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A junta airstrike on Nyaungpinkwin Village in Tanintharyi Township at about 9:00 pm on 17 February 2025 destroyed approximately 60 houses. Karen News – February 21, 2025Link to original article. The junta aircraft carried out three bombing runs, according to a resident of the nearby Theinkhun Village who spoke to
Center for Strategic and International Studies, By Michael Martin – February 20, 2025Link to original article. The Arakan Army (AA), the ethnic armed organization for the Arakan (Rakhine) people, has now seized control of almost all of Myanmar’s Rakhine State, with the notable exceptions of the capital of Sittwe and
Mizzima – February 20, 2025Link to original article. Daily airstrikes by Myanmar’s military junta in Monywa Township, Sagaing Region, have displaced around 10,000 residents, leaving them in desperate need of food and humanitarian aid, according to local relief workers. Monywa Township, which is also the location of the Northwestern Region
The Russian Armed Forces launched a high-precision strike by air-based weapons and strike unmanned aerial vehicles at the infrastructure of Ukrainian military airfields. The goals of the strike were achieved. In Kharkov direction, the Sever Group of Forces defeated formations of one motorised infantry brigade and one territorial defence brigade of the AFU near Volchansk and Liptsy (Kharkov
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 25.02.25 personnel ‒ about 869530 (+1300) persons, tanks ‒ 10182 (+5), troop-carrying AFVs ‒ 21168 (+11), artillery systems – 23652 (+26), MLRS – 1299 (+0), anti-aircraft systems ‒ 1083 (+2), aircraft – 370 (+0), helicopters – 331 (+0), UAV
It’s Essential That When We Negotiate With Russia, the Strongest Defenders of Freedom Are at the Table – America, Europe, and Ukraine – Speech by Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the G7 Leaders’ Session 24 February 2025 Dear leaders, dear guests, dear representatives of nations whose freedom gives the world hope, I’m
The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continue the special military operation. In Kharkov direction, units of the Sever Group of Forces inflicted fire damage on units of one motorised infantry brigade of the AFU and one territorial defence brigade close to Liptsy and Volchansk (Kharkov region). The AFU lost up to 25 troops
The estimated total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 24.02.25: personnel: about 868 230 (+1 050) persons tanks: 10 177 (+9) troop-carrying AFVs: 21 157 (+6)artillery systems: 23 626 (+44) MLRS: 1 299 (+3)anti-aircraft systems: 1 081 (+0) aircraft:370 (+0)helicopters: 331 (+0)UAVs operational-tactical level: 26 645 (+217)cruise missiles: 3
Russia dedicated staggering amounts of manpower and equipment to several major offensive efforts in Ukraine in 2024, intending to degrade Ukrainian defenses and seize the remainder of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts. These Russian efforts included major operations in the Kharkiv-Luhansk Oblast area, Avdiivka, Chasiv Yar, northern Kharkiv Oblast, Toretsk, Marinka-Kurakhove,
February 25, 2025
Russian Defense Ministry
Forced displacement represents one of the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time. Individuals and families, torn from the fabric of their communities, find themselves navigating a world of uncertainty, often without basic necessities or a clear path to safety. There are currently some 110 million forced displaced, and this number is growing by 10 million each year!
At the heart of this crisis are the political triggers. Armed conflicts, ethnic or religious persecutions, and systemic human rights abuses force millions to flee their homes in terror. Many are displaced within their own national boundaries, while others seek asylum abroad. If these factors change as a result of political shifts at home or the pressures from abroad, they can return to their homes. Forced displacement is thus different from environmentally driven displacement, as victims of climate change may never be able to return to their homes.
The ramifications of any sort of displacement are profound, not just for those directly affected, but also for host communities and countries. Overburdened infrastructures, socio-economic strains, and cultural tensions can arise, necessitating comprehensive strategies to foster harmony and integration. Yet the root causes of forced displacement can be remedied with a concerted focus by local players and international diplomacy.
Organizations like Refugees International play a crucial role in this arena, advocating for the rights and needs of the displaced, conducting on-the-ground assessments, and influencing policymakers to take informed actions. Their relentless work underscores the gravity of the situation and the urgency ofinternational cooperation. But they, too, are overwhelmed by the rapid expansion of the crisis.
International Humanitarian Law (IHL), with its core principles centered on the protection of civilians during conflicts, plays a pivotal role in this discourse. Yet, despite clear legal frameworks, compliance remains
inconsistent. This initiative emphasizes the importance of upholding and reinforcing these international standards.
It’s not just about recognizing the problem; it’s about active engagement. We urge governments, organizations, and individuals to prioritize the rights and needs of the forced displaced. Through collective efforts, informed policies, and sustained advocacy, we can shift the narrative from passive acknowledgment to proactive intervention.
