The House of Lords International Relations and Defence Committee has published the HSC's evidence on the implications of the war in Ukraine for UK defense. The inquiry comes as the conflict enters its third summer and Russia has intensified its offensive operations.

As Turkish influence becomes more and more ingrained in Syrian politics, it succumbs to growing scrutiny over its poor, continual misconduct against innocent people and the impact of its military operations on these civilian populations.

In the end, Qatar’s criticized leniency and support of Hamas will take a back-seat as the country will likely play a key role in finding a resolution to the war, giving it the credibility it needs to continue maintaining some degree of ties with a near globally recognized terrorist group.

The situation in Haiti stands as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of armed gangs and criminal groups on a nation's stability, democracy and most importantly, its people.

The spectre of populism is haunting Europe. The populist parties are surging around the whole continent, and Germany is not an exception. The support for the far right-wing party Alternative for Germany (AfD) has risen significantly, which brings with it concerns about the sustainability of German democracy in the future.

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.

The House of Commons Defence Committee has published its ‘Ready for war?' report. The HSC provided evidence to the inquiry centred upon a breakdown of key capability shortfalls.

Brexit became a turning point that vividly demonstrated the difference between the promised vision of devolution and its actual functionality in today’s reality. It is high time for the Good Friday Agreement to be reviewed.

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.