Author: Maryam F. Mohammed

Russia Attacks Ukrainian Ports, Destroying Grain Stores

Local officials have reported the destruction of grain storages by Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian ports. The ports are located on the River Danube just across the waterway from Romania, a NATO member. The Danube is a key export route that supplies agricultural and other goods to the Black Sea. 

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Afghanistan: Taliban Bar Women From Taking Key University Exams

The Taliban-ruled government of Afghanistan has banned Afghani women from taking an exam necessary to practice medicine, according to a U.N. report. Since May 2023, officials have only permitted male medical students to take the Exit Supplementary Exam—some women had been blocked from taking the exam earlier in the year

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Philippines Increases Ties With U.S. As Tension With China Continues To Rise

On August 5th, the Chinese Coast Guard used water cannons to redirect a Philippine Navy supply vessel away from a disputed reef. The Second Thomas Shoal, or Ayungin Shoal, hosts a grounded Philippine warship and Philippine troops, who were expecting basic provisions. China’s Foreign Ministry claims that the Philippines’ occupation

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Bolsonaro Banned From Office For Undermining Election Validity

Former president Jair Bolsonaro’s political future has taken a heavy hit after being found guilty on charges of abuse of power and misuse of public media. As Brazil’s leading conservative politician, Bolsonaro spread misinformation regarding the validity of the Brazilian electoral system to audiences across the country, weakening trust in

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Canada Sanctions Iranian Judges Over Human Rights Abuse

The Canadian government has placed sanctions on Iranian judges, citing human rights violations. This includes claims of overuse of the death penalty, harsh prison terms, and unfair trials, along with systemic oppression of women. The sanctions’ aim is to prohibit the selected judges from holding assets in Canada and from

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