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Security Challenges In Northern Benin

Benin is facing increasing security threats from violent extremist organizations, particularly in the northern regions. In January 2025, militants attacked a fortified military post, causing significant casualties among the armed forces. Analysts suspect the al-Qaida-linked JNIM (Group for Support of Islam and Muslims) is responsible for this attack, which underscores the growing jihadist presence in [...]

Media Crackdown In Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan has intensified its crackdown on media, arresting several journalists, including staff from the independent Meydan TV, which has been targeted for its critical reporting. These arrests, including charges of smuggling foreign currency, are widely seen as retaliation for the journalists' work on human rights and government corruption. International organizations like Reporters Without Borders and [...]

Mali’s Struggle For Economic Justice In Mining

Mali, one of Africa's largest gold producers, faces significant challenges in ensuring that the wealth generated from its mining industry benefits its citizens. Despite gold accounting for 80% of its exports, much of the profits go to foreign companies, leaving Mali with high poverty rates and limited infrastructure. In response, Mali has been pushing to [...]

Youth Employment Opportunities In Albania

Youth unemployment in Albania remains a significant challenge, with 24.6% of young people aged 15-29 neither in employment, education, nor training (NEET). The Youth Guarantee, launched in November 2023, aims to combat this issue by offering youth under 30 employment, education, or training opportunities within four months of registration. The program has helped 543 young [...]

Deteriorating Human Rights Crisis In Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso's human rights situation sharply worsened in 2024, with rising violence from Islamist armed groups and abuses by the military and militias. Over 6,000 civilians died in conflict-related violence between January and August, and more than 2.3 million were displaced. The military Junta, which took power in 2022, intensified its crackdown on media, political [...]

Economic Crisis In Iran

Iran's economy is struggling under severe sanctions, mismanagement, and internal corruption. Inflation is around 30%, exacerbating the financial burden on its citizens. The value of Iran's currency has plunged, causing economic instability and widespread frustration. Despite having vast natural resources, the country faces energy crises, including gas shortages, due to poor management. Efforts to reconnect [...]

Arbitrary Detentions In Egypt

Arbitrary detentions in Egypt have become a significant human rights issue, with thousands, including activists, journalists, and political dissidents, detained without trial or due process. These detentions are often justified on national security grounds, with detainees facing prolonged imprisonment, torture, and inhumane conditions in overcrowded prisons. The government has been criticized for restricting freedoms of [...]

Persecution in Brunei

In Brunei, Christians face significant persecution due to the country's strict Islamic laws. The government enforces Sharia law, which limits religious freedom and criminalizes evangelism. Conversion from Islam is illegal, and those who leave the faith face social ostracism and legal repercussions. Churches operate under tight restrictions, with no new places of worship allowed. Religious [...]

Corruption and Drug Cartels in Albania

Corruption and drug trafficking remain significant issues in Albania, deeply intertwined with political and economic structures. Criminal organizations exploit weak institutions and bribery to facilitate large-scale cannabis cultivation and cocaine smuggling. High-level officials have been accused of collusion, allowing traffickers to operate with impunity. Despite government efforts and international pressure, law enforcement struggles with deeply [...]

Kuwaiti Rights Crisis

Kuwait is steadily falling backward in terms of women’s rights. Their failure to allow women equal rights and heavily discriminate against them to extreme levels is quite alarming. The Kuwaiti government punishes honor killings only with fines or superficial jail sentences. Pray against the indiscriminate arrests of social activists in Kuwait. Pray for the release [...]

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