Libya Faces Rising Tensions Over Migrants & Refugees

The United Nations has warned against misinformation campaigns creating hate speech and tensions toward refugees and migrants in Libya. Public unrest has increased with calls to expel undocumented migrants. Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah stressed that Libya will not become a destination for irregular migration and urged the public not to be misled by false [...]

Violence Escalates In South Sudan

South Sudan faces escalating violence, particularly in Upper Nile State, as recent clashes between security forces and armed groups linked to Vice President Riek Machar threaten the fragile peace established in 2018. The violence, sparked by tensions over disarmament and the White Army militia, has put the country’s power-sharing agreement at risk. The arrest of [...]

Violence and Aid Suspension Worsen Crisis in Zamzam Camp, Sudan

Civilians in Sudan's Zamzam displacement camp, North Darfur, are nearly unreachable, with severe food shortages and escalating violence. The UN warns of rising deaths, including children, after aid was suspended due to shelling. Fighting between Sudan's army and the RSF militia has intensified, with recent attacks killing dozens in Abu Shouk camp. Médecins Sans Frontières [...]

Germany Reaffirms Support for UN Resolutions on Western Sahara

Germany has confirmed its support for United Nations resolutions regarding Western Sahara. In response to a letter from the Western Sahara Association, the German foreign ministry emphasized its commitment to international legitimacy and cooperation with the UN for a fair and lasting solution. Germany also supported Staffan de Mistura, the UN secretary general envoy to [...]

Employment And Economic Recovery In Morocco

In 2024, Morocco's unemployment rate increased to 13.3%, up from 13% in 2023, affecting approximately 1.63 million people. The agricultural sector was particularly impacted, losing 137,000 jobs due to prolonged drought conditions. Youth unemployment remains a significant concern, with rates at 36.7% for individuals aged 15-24 and 19.6% among graduates. In response, the government plans [...]

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 [...]

South Sudan: Violence in Nasir County

Violence in South Sudan's Nasir County, Upper Nile State, has increased. Clashes occur between the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and armed youth. On February 14, 2025, SSPDF hit civilians, resulting in civilian casualties, injuring a peacekeeper and displacing thousands. Airstrikes on February 25 hit civilian areas, escalating tensions. The conflict shows that key [...]

War Crime: Sexual Violence Against Children In Sudan

UNICEF reports alarming sexual violence against children in Sudan’s civil war, with armed men raping children as young as one. 221 cases of rape have been reported since 2024, though the actual number is much higher. Victims, including boys, face societal stigma, which discourages many from seeking help. The violence has devastated many children, with [...]

Egypt Energy Crisis

Egypt’s gas industry is facing big problems as work on important gas projects has dropped significantly because of the ongoing energy crisis. The country is dealing with high demand and shortages, which is making it hard for gas projects to move forward as planned. As a result, some key gas developments that were meant to [...]

HRW: 3,800 Migrants were Forcibly Returned to Libya

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has criticized the European Union for helping Libyan forces send back more than 3,800 migrants to Libya over the past three months. During this time, at least 400 people have died or disappeared while trying to cross the sea. Judith Sunderland from HRW called the EU’s actions “appalling” and urged them [...]

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