This article written by Hala Gharaibeh examines how the breakdown of civilian protection in Sudan has increased women’s vulnerability to conflict-related sexual violence, and why addressing CRSV is essential to conflict prevention, civilian protection, and human security.
When the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran on the 28th of February, Iran not only retaliated through military actions in the region, but it also closed the Strait of Hormuz, sending shockwaves through the global economy. Located between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula, the Strait of Hormuz is a narrow maritime chokepoint connecting Read More…
Over the years, modern warfare has shifted away from conventional battlefields to urban centers, exposing civilian populations and critical infrastructure to direct risk. Critical infrastructure refers to the facilities, systems and assets that are required for countries and economies to function properly. As a result, essential systems such as healthcare, energy, water, and communication networks Read More…