War

Three years of Sudan civil war: millions displaced and starving

It’s been three years since civil war erupted in Sudan, when a power struggle between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), and their allies broke out in April 2023, launching major conflict in the region. Since, 14 million people have been displaced, with famine declared in several locations across Sudan. While …

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Escalating Iran Conflict Sparks Strategic and Economic Concerns

The Middle East is entering a highly volatile phase, as tensions between the United States, Israel and Iran intensify following a series of military strikes and escalating retaliation. The confrontation has raised urgent questions about Washington’s strategic objectives, the possibility of regime change in Tehran, and whether the conflict risks drawing in other powers across …

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Over 100,000 Australians stranded after Middle East strikes

More than 100-thousand Australians remain stranded across the Middle East after US and Israeli strikes on Iran over the weekend sparked widespread airspace closures. Transit passengers in Qatar have been moved into hotels indefinitely as military action escalates, leaving travellers uncertain about when they’ll be able to continue their journeys. Martin Davies is one of …

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Conflict Escalates after US-Israeli Strikes on Iran kill Supreme Leader Khamenei

Last weekend, coordinated strikes by the United States and Israel hit several cities in Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The attacks have drawn mixed reactions around the world. Some Iranians have welcomed the intervention, saying they hope it opens the door for democratic change. Others are mourning the Ayatollah’s death and bracing for instability. …

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Gaza academics keeps college running under bombardment

Israel’s bombardment of Gaza has devastated education as students and staff have faced loss of life, destruction of infrastructure and multiple displacements. Universities and colleges have been forced to suspend classes as buildings have been destroyed and staff and students killed by bombing in the past 2 years. Teachers from the Palestine Technical  College at …

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Tensions high following Thai-Cambodian border war

Tensions remain high between Thailand and Cambodia following a deadly border conflict, just days after announcing a ceasefire. Thailand had accused Cambodian troops of violating the ceasefire agreement following attacks some hours after the signing. Authorities in Phnom Pehn denied the charge and instead accused the Thai military of detaining 18 of its soldiers.  Both …

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