A 16-year-old Syrian girl who fled to Jordan tells of the obstacles she faces while seeking education, training, and work.
Opinion
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The global fight against extremism requires a serious conversation on how best to implement and frame the question within the lens of social inclusion and effective governance.
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Responding forcefully to anti-Semitic acts and changing the relationships between young Muslims and the broader European community are two sides of the same issue.
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Friday marked the anniversary of the entry into force of the UN charter, and while we celebrate the achievements of the 69-year-old world body in perennial crisis, we need to keep an eye on long-term political trends.
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To be truly successful, the US-led coalition against ISIS will have to address some of the deep-seated causes of the group’s rise.
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A product of negotiations, the 17 SDGs may not be perfect, but they can serve as clear goals for popular movements, local communities, and all manner of networks.
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To protect its interests, Russia is pushing for the federalization of Ukraine through economic influence and propaganda, but use of force could still be possible.
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The real answer about the impact of sanctions—whether multilateral or unilateral—on the Iran deal will continue to be debated, but it is clear that until a comprehensive solution is reached, member states must continue to implement existing UN sanctions.
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Former US Ambassador John Hirsch traces the path of Mandela’s relentless diplomacy.
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Adekeye Adebajo writes that Mandela’s legacy will be his export of the pan-African spirit of ubuntu: the gift of discovering our shared humanity.
