Breaking News What happened on 27 September 2024? On 27 September 2024, a devastating earthquake struck a small town in South Asia, leaving many families homeless and in need of urgent assistance. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.8, caused widespread destruction and loss of life. How did the earthquake impact the community? Homes were … Read more
IRAP Condemns Israeli Attacks on Lebanese Civilians, Calls for Ceasefire September 27, 2024 Press Contact Spencer Tilger | [email protected] (New York, NY) – In response to the escalation of violence by Israel against Hezbollah, including the bombardment of densely populated residential areas, the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) calls for a ceasefire and the upholding … Read more
Why is the EU concerned about Tunisia’s upcoming election? Amnesty International’s Hussein Baoumi warns of a repeat of previous mistakes. President Saied’s actions leading up to the elections. EU’s complicity in human rights violations in Tunisia. The risks posed by the EU-Tunisia border deal. What actions should European leaders take? Key steps to ensure human … Read more
Armenia: Operational Highlights for the First Half of 2024 What progress has Armenia made? Armenia has made significant progress in various sectors during the first half of 2024. The country has shown positive growth in its economy and infrastructure development. Efforts have been made to improve healthcare and education systems. How has Armenia addressed humanitarian … Read more
Key Points from Mirjana Spoljaric’s Speech at the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons Signing Ceremony On 24 September 2024, Mirjana Spoljaric addressed the attendees at the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons Signing Ceremony. Let’s take a closer look at the key takeaways from her impactful speech: Why is Nuclear Disarmament Important? … Read more
Empowering Women: Making Abortions Accessible How did Verónica Cruz Sánchez start her fight for abortion rights in Mexico? Formed feminist organization Las Libres to promote women’s rights Network of gynaecologists, psychologists, and lawyers for free and safe abortion Helped women access abortion pills for unwanted pregnancies Why did Verónica Cruz Sánchez’s efforts gain recognition? Supporting … Read more
Logistical improvements for gender equality in peace and security in Cameroon How is gender equality shaping peace and security initiatives in Cameroon? The importance of international frameworks in promoting gender equality in peace and security UNSCR 1325 as a cornerstone for women’s participation in peace processes 2020 ECOWAS Guidelines on Women, Peace and Security advocating … Read more
What is the Joint Statement by the International Committee of the Red Cross and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies? The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies have released a joint statement on the occasion of the International Day … Read more
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) have come together to issue a joint statement in honor of the International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons in New York. What are the key points highlighted in this important statement? Joint … Read more
Pope Calls for Legal Pathways, Justice-Based Migration Governance What did Pope Francis say about pushing back migrants? Pope Francis called it a grave sin. He mentioned that many migrant deaths in the Mediterranean could have been avoided. What did the Pope call for? Expanded safe and legal pathways for migrants. Global migration governance based on … Read more