October 2018
For the First Time, a Woman Becomes President of Ethiopia
Ethiopia has elected its first female president, Sahle-Work Zewde, following the approval of a gender-balanced cabinet. This election is significant in a patriarchal society, aiming…
Agreement Between Two Koreas to Remove Guard Posts from Demilitarized Zone
South Korea, North Korea, and the UN have agreed to demilitarize the Panmunjom area by removing guard posts and weapons. This agreement follows recent diplomatic…
The Number of Displaced Persons Due to Drought in Afghanistan Exceeds War Displaced
The UN reports that drought has displaced more people in Afghanistan than violence, with 275,000 individuals affected. This crisis threatens over two million people, exacerbating…
Reopening of the Nasib Crossing at the Syria-Jordan Border After Three Years
The Nasib border crossing between Syria and Jordan has reopened after three years, allowing limited movement of people and goods. This reopening is significant for…
UN: Civilian Casualties in Afghanistan Reach Highest Level Since 2014
The UN reports a significant rise in civilian casualties in Afghanistan, with 2,798 killed and 5,252 injured in the first nine months of 2023, marking…
Amnesty International's Concern Over Imminent Execution of Zeinab Sekanvand
Amnesty International has raised alarms about the imminent execution of Zeinab Sekanvand, who was arrested for murdering her husband at age 17. The organization highlights…
Syrian Rebels Deny Reports of Weapons Transfer from Buffer Zone in Idlib
Syrian rebels have denied reports of withdrawing heavy weapons from the Idlib buffer zone, despite a recent agreement between Russia and Turkey aimed at reducing…