Since the Taliban came to power in August 2021, speculation had been rife that women's rights would be curtailed. That fear came true in December 2022, when girls' education was officially banned
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Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan
Rushed deals and a disregard for root problems provide a flimsy foundation for sustainable peace
The army and the RSF rely on the assets at their disposal to sustain governance and fund their war efforts, while trying to win over the international community by seizing larger swathes of Sudan
In Moscow, Syria's new president said he wants to restore and redefine relations with Russia—a former foe. But is this a genuine olive branch or a message to Washington?
The international community's contradictory responses to Ukraine and Gaza lay bare the farce of a supposed rules-based global order
The Israeli premier's uncompromising attitude threatens the fragile ceasefire that the US president has worked so hard to secure
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