Myanmar Civil War War Turns 3

Asia & the Pacific

🎥 Myanmar: Three Years of Conflict and No End in Sight

Myanmar’s civil war has raged for three years since the 2021 military coup, with no resolution in sight. The country remains divided between the military junta, which has cracked down brutally on dissent, and resistance groups pushing for democracy. Ethnic armed organizations have intensified their fight against the regime, and international efforts to mediate have largely failed. As violence escalates, civilians bear the brunt, with widespread displacement and humanitarian crises worsening by the day. Watch the explainer.

Students in Indonesia Protest Budget Cuts in ‘Dark Indonesia’ Movement

University students across Indonesia are protesting education budget cuts, warning they threaten accessibility and research. Read more.

South Korean Actor’s Death Sparks Online Harassment Debate

Kim Sae-rons’s sudden death has reignited calls for stronger cyberbullying regulations in South Korea’s entertainment industry. Read more.

Africa

Sudan’s RSF Moves to Form Rival Government

Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and its allies have signed a charter to form a parallel government, deepening the country’s political crisis. The move comes amid ongoing conflict with the military-led government, raising fears of prolonged instability and potential international intervention. Read more.

Murder of Openly Gay South African Imam Sparks Debate

The killing of Imam Muhsin Hendricks has renewed discussions on LGBTQ+ rights and religious tolerance in South Africa. Read more.

Malian Cinema Legend Souleymane Cissé Dies at 84

Souleymane Cissé, a pioneering figure in African cinema, has passed away at 84. Read more.

Middle East

Hamas Releases 6 Hostages in Gaza as Ceasefire Negotiations Continue

Hamas has released six Israeli hostages, the last of the Israeli hostages in the first phase of the ceasefire, marking a significant moment in efforts to de-escalate the Israel-Gaza conflict. While the move has been welcomed by international mediators, tensions remain high, and questions linger over whether this signals a broader peace effort or just a temporary lull in the violence. Read more.

Arab Leaders Push Alternative to U.S. Gaza Plan

At a Saudi summit, Arab leaders proposed a new Gaza peace plan emphasizing Palestinian statehood. Read more.

Hezbollah Mourns Slain Leader Amid Regional Tensions

The assassination of a high-ranking Hezbollah leader has heightened tensions in Lebanon and beyond. Read more.

Latin America & the Caribbean

Argentina’s Crypto Crash: A Political Headache for Milei

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Bolsonaro Faces Coup Plot Charges

Jair Bolsonaro faces formal charges over his alleged role in a coup attempt, potentially barring him from the 2026 election. Read more.

Mexico Advances Housing Reform to Tackle Affordability Crisis

Mexico is pushing forward with housing reforms to address skyrocketing property prices, working to fulfill Sheinbaum’s pledge to build 1 million affordable homes. Read more.

Eastern Europe

Anti-Euro Protests in Bulgaria Turn Violent

Protesters in Bulgaria opposing the country’s adoption of the euro attempted to storm an EU building in Sofia. The demonstrations, driven by economic concerns and nationalist sentiment, reflect growing skepticism over deeper European integration among some Bulgarians. Read more.

Zelenskyy’s Approval Rating Climbs Amid War Efforts

Despite ongoing war fatigue, President Zelenskyy’s approval rating has risen to 57%, not the 4% Trump has claimed. Read more.

Hungarian Judges Demand Judicial Independence

Hungary’s judges are protesting government interference in the judiciary, citing democratic backsliding. Read more.