South Sudan On Brink Of Civil War Amid Rising Violence And Political Strife

South Sudan is on the verge of fresh conflict as rising violence and political tensions risk tearing apart the fragile peace. The detention of First Vice President Riek Machar by the government of President Salva Kiir comes after months of unrest, including deadly fighting with the White Army militia and allegations of ethnic rifts. The [...]

Arrest Of Opponent Of President Erdogan Triggers Public Outcry And Market Turmoil In Türkiye

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a strong opponent of President Erdogan, was detained during an investigation into corruption and alleged ties to terrorist organizations. Warrants were issued for about 100 others, and restrictions were placed on protests and social media sites. The arrest came after the cancellation of Imamoglu's university degree, which disqualified him from the presidential election. Imamoglu's opposition [...]

Syria: Clashes Between New Government Forces And Assad’s Loyalists In Costal Areas

Heavy fighting broke out between Syria's new government forces and loyalists of deposed President Bashar al-Assad in coastal areas, marking the worst violence since rebels toppled Assad in December. Over 1,300 people were killed, mostly civilians. The coastal region, home to the Assad family and the Alawite minority, faces increasing violence. The government announced the [...]

Crisis In Syria: Multiple Factions Competing For Control

Syria is in the midst of a crisis with multiple competing powers vying for control. One needs a road map to identify all the players involved in the power struggle. In a surprise offensive, Syrian opposition forces entered Aleppo, Syria, for the first time in eight years. President Bashar al-Assad has ruled Syria since 2000. [...]

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