The Policy Unit

The status of Abyei remains deeply entangled in a complex web of historical grievances. Despite the establishment of special administrative arrangements and security protocols, the region continues to grapple with instability and violence.

The situation resulting from the attacks on Israel has evolved into a humanitarian crisis of immense proportions. The scale of destruction, mass evacuations and accusations of war crimes by Israel paints a grim picture of the ongoing crisis.

As UNITAD approaches the conclusion of its mandate in 2024, the depth and breadth of its investigations into ISIL's crimes are evident. The relentless pursuit of justice is clear across key areas.

The alarming rise in attacks on education during the reporting period of 2020-2021, documented by the GCPEA, demonstrates a critical need for renewed global attention and concerted efforts to protect educational institutions in conflict zones.

The joint application to the ICJ by Canada and the Netherlands, alongside the international efforts to bring Iranian and Syrian military officials to account for alleged war crimes at the ICC, mark significant steps toward achieving justice and accountability for the victims of the long-lasting Syrian conflict.

The global overview of the period between 2000 and 2022 reflects significant progress in providing safe drinking water and sanitation services to communities worldwide. Despite the increase in global population to a predicted 8 billion people, the number of individuals lacking at least basic drinking water services decreased from 1.2 billion to 703 million.

There are multiple groups of varying sizes involved in transhumance, attacks on herders as well as terrorist activity. Being able to accurately identify each group that may be involved is becoming increasingly difficult as the influx of violence continues to rise.

The case of Project NEOM exemplifies the need for greater scrutiny of the application of anti-terrorism laws, the protection of human rights and the fair administration of justice in Saudi Arabia.

Despite the fall of IS in Northern Syria, closure for the many victims of their assaults and exploitation has not yet been obtained. Repatriation efforts appear insignificant at best, with hundreds of vulnerable children still being detained in inhumane conditions with little hope for freedom.

The Peruvian government are holding onto the aged ideas of their 20th-century political and academic influences in what can only be described as a century-long path of exploitation, violence and ignorance.