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Finding moments of childhood in Gaza, one bubble at a time

by Alessandra Bajec June 5, 2026

A project focused on bubble play for children aims to bring some happiness to those living through Israel’s genocide The Global Sumud Flotilla, which was attacked by Israeli forces on 18 May as it …

June 5, 2026 251 views

Iranian Artists Keep the Spirit of “Woman, Life, Freedom” Alive

by Alessandra Bajec February 3, 2026

“Raised fists, flowing scarves and bold female figures,” Rouzbehani says. “All these elements reflect the movement’s core spirit: autonomy, resistance and hope.” The 2022 “Woman, Life, Freedom” protests erupted in Iran following the shocking …

February 3, 2026 231 views

In a Turkish border city swelled by Syrians, many prepare to leave

by Alessandra Bajec June 24, 2025

A six-month window for refugees in Turkey to visit Syria before returning is set to close on July 1. In Kilis, many are preparing to leave, others remain uncertain. KILIS — On …

June 24, 2025 1.5K views

From Ruins to Renaissance: Syrian Artists Reclaim Freedom After Assad

by Alessandra Bajec April 1, 2025

Following more than five decades of repression under the Assad regime, these artists are seizing the moment of cultural revival. Shireen Atassi, building a new life with her family in Dubai, felt a strong …

April 1, 2025 1.6K views

Climate change effects in South Sudan fuel rising floods and droughts

by Alessandra Bajec November 26, 2024

South Sudan is continuing to struggle with the impacts of climate change, including floods and droughts, leaving many people without food, homes, or resources South Sudan is increasingly feeling the harsh effects …

November 26, 2024 1.6K views

Will revolution return to Tunisia?

by Alessandra Bajec October 5, 2024

Karim Benabdallah looks tired. The 48-year-old activist and blogger has been actively engaged in Tunisian politics for more than 20 years. Yet as he gazes up at a carob tree, at the …

October 5, 2024 1.6K views

‘If we don’t die from the bombings, we will die from the diseases’

by Alessandra Bajec July 30, 2024

Israel’s escalating war and blockade, along with a failing health system, are worsening Gaza’s health crisis, leading to the rapid spread of infectious diseases As summer temperatures rise amidst Israel’s ongoing war in Gaza, …

July 30, 2024 1.7K views

Women in Sudan, backbone of society, face war and famine

by Alessandra Bajec April 12, 2024

A year into the war, Sudanese women are struggling to survive in extremely dire humanitarian conditions, yet they remain resilient, keeping the community united. “I know a 30-something woman from Al Geneina …

April 12, 2024 1.6K views

Children in Gaza are dying of starvation at a sickening rate

by Alessandra Bajec March 12, 2024

Reports of hunger and malnutrition are rife across Gaza. By depriving Gaza of food and water, Israel’s assault is literally starving children to death. “There’s an everyday struggle to find food. Her …

March 12, 2024 2.1K views

Miscarriage rates in Gaza turn pregnancy into death sentence

by Alessandra Bajec January 31, 2024

Israel’s assault on the Gaza Strip has caused miscarriages to increase by 300%, turning pregnancy into hell for hundreds of Palestinian women. “We’ve heard of numerous stories of women arriving at the …

January 31, 2024 2.6K views