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Far from the front lines, Ukrainians fight a war to preserve their culture

Ukrainians in Transcarpathia actively work to preserve their cultural heritage amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, fighting for dignity and history.

Women are saving Ukraine's wartime economy

Women in Ukraine have stepped up significantly in the workforce during the war, taking on traditionally male roles and challenging long-standing gender stereotypes.

War opens the way for Ukrainian women in male-dominated professions

The war in Ukraine is reshaping workforce dynamics, creating opportunities for women in male-dominated sectors despite cultural resistance to feminism.

As Russia's siege of Pokrovsk tightens, Ukrainian soldiers, and shopkeepers, hold on

Ukrainian city Pokrovsk faces severe hardships as electricity fails, citizens endure the war without basic needs, yet display resilience amidst devastating conditions.

Russian metal shredded their faces. Doctors try to give them a new life.

Russian attacks severely injure Ukrainian soldiers' faces, necessitating advanced reconstructive surgeries to help them reintegrate into society.

Ukrainians face growing homelessness crisis at home and abroad, report finds

The war in Ukraine has led to a significant increase in homelessness, impacting both those displaced internally and refugees across Europe.

Far from the front lines, Ukrainians fight a war to preserve their culture

Ukrainians in Transcarpathia actively work to preserve their cultural heritage amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, fighting for dignity and history.

Women are saving Ukraine's wartime economy

Women in Ukraine have stepped up significantly in the workforce during the war, taking on traditionally male roles and challenging long-standing gender stereotypes.

War opens the way for Ukrainian women in male-dominated professions

The war in Ukraine is reshaping workforce dynamics, creating opportunities for women in male-dominated sectors despite cultural resistance to feminism.

As Russia's siege of Pokrovsk tightens, Ukrainian soldiers, and shopkeepers, hold on

Ukrainian city Pokrovsk faces severe hardships as electricity fails, citizens endure the war without basic needs, yet display resilience amidst devastating conditions.

Russian metal shredded their faces. Doctors try to give them a new life.

Russian attacks severely injure Ukrainian soldiers' faces, necessitating advanced reconstructive surgeries to help them reintegrate into society.

Ukrainians face growing homelessness crisis at home and abroad, report finds

The war in Ukraine has led to a significant increase in homelessness, impacting both those displaced internally and refugees across Europe.
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#lebanon

Lebanon's Economy Reels From Israel-Hezbollah War

The ongoing war in Lebanon has led to extensive unemployment and displacement for individuals like Hasan Raad, disrupting lives and livelihoods.

Lebanon indefinitely postpones all football matches amid Israel's attacks

Football matches in Lebanon have been indefinitely postponed due to ongoing Israeli attacks and fears of escalating conflict.

At a Beloved Lebanese Market, the Destruction Is Painful'

Local business owners in southern Lebanon are working to salvage their livelihoods after intense air raids and ground invasions decimated their market.

Thousands of displaced Lebanese return home: Victory? Is everything that has happened to us a victory?'

The personal trauma and challenges faced by residents of Dahieh contrast sharply with the public perception of victory following the ceasefire.

What Syria means for Hezbollah's efforts to rebuild Lebanon

Hezbollah is pledging compensation and rebuilding efforts for families affected by Israeli airstrikes, despite facing substantial challenges in following through.

With Joy and Tears, Lebanese Return Home: Look at All the Destruction'

The cease-fire between Hezbollah and Israel brings relief, but many, like Hussein Nassour, feel the war resulted in significant loss without any gain.

Lebanon's Economy Reels From Israel-Hezbollah War

The ongoing war in Lebanon has led to extensive unemployment and displacement for individuals like Hasan Raad, disrupting lives and livelihoods.

Lebanon indefinitely postpones all football matches amid Israel's attacks

Football matches in Lebanon have been indefinitely postponed due to ongoing Israeli attacks and fears of escalating conflict.

At a Beloved Lebanese Market, the Destruction Is Painful'

Local business owners in southern Lebanon are working to salvage their livelihoods after intense air raids and ground invasions decimated their market.

Thousands of displaced Lebanese return home: Victory? Is everything that has happened to us a victory?'

The personal trauma and challenges faced by residents of Dahieh contrast sharply with the public perception of victory following the ceasefire.

What Syria means for Hezbollah's efforts to rebuild Lebanon

Hezbollah is pledging compensation and rebuilding efforts for families affected by Israeli airstrikes, despite facing substantial challenges in following through.

With Joy and Tears, Lebanese Return Home: Look at All the Destruction'

The cease-fire between Hezbollah and Israel brings relief, but many, like Hussein Nassour, feel the war resulted in significant loss without any gain.
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#humanitarian-crisis

Shaban al-Dalou: The Palestinian teen burned to death in Israeli bombing

Shaban al-Dalou's story highlights the plight of displaced families in Gaza and the urgent need for global awareness and humanitarian action.

More than 40,000 killed in Israel's war in Gaza, Health Ministry says

Over 40,000 Palestinians have been killed in the ongoing conflict in Gaza, highlighting the war's devastating toll on civilians.

Photos: A look back at the year since Oct. 7

The year-long conflict has dramatically transformed life in Israel and Gaza, revealing deep societal divisions and widespread suffering among civilians.

Palestinians in Gaza Reflect on One Year of Israel's War With Hamas

The war in Gaza has led to immense personal and societal loss, leaving many young individuals without hope or clarity about their future.

The Children Who Left Gaza

The children evacuated from Gaza face immense physical and emotional scars from war, and uncertain futures in a foreign land.

Israel's war on Gaza: 12 months, 12 pictures

The war on Gaza has resulted in profound humanitarian crises affecting over two million Palestinians.

Shaban al-Dalou: The Palestinian teen burned to death in Israeli bombing

Shaban al-Dalou's story highlights the plight of displaced families in Gaza and the urgent need for global awareness and humanitarian action.

More than 40,000 killed in Israel's war in Gaza, Health Ministry says

Over 40,000 Palestinians have been killed in the ongoing conflict in Gaza, highlighting the war's devastating toll on civilians.

Photos: A look back at the year since Oct. 7

The year-long conflict has dramatically transformed life in Israel and Gaza, revealing deep societal divisions and widespread suffering among civilians.

Palestinians in Gaza Reflect on One Year of Israel's War With Hamas

The war in Gaza has led to immense personal and societal loss, leaving many young individuals without hope or clarity about their future.

The Children Who Left Gaza

The children evacuated from Gaza face immense physical and emotional scars from war, and uncertain futures in a foreign land.

Israel's war on Gaza: 12 months, 12 pictures

The war on Gaza has resulted in profound humanitarian crises affecting over two million Palestinians.
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#gaza

Life in a Gaza field hospital in pictures

UK-Med is providing crucial medical assistance in Gaza, highlighting the impact of war on children.

Gazans Are Living Through a Yearlong Blackout

The yearlong blackout in Gaza significantly disrupts daily life and essential services, leaving families struggling with basic needs.

In Gaza, Families Survive on Scraps of Bread and Contaminated Canned Food

Displaced Palestinian families are suffering from severe food and water shortages, with basic necessities becoming increasingly difficult to obtain.

How a Palestinian Woman Lives With a Rare Illness While Surviving Gaza Genocide

Rana Baalousha's story illustrates the struggle for medical care amidst the devastation of war in Gaza.

Death feels imminent for 96% of children in Gaza, study finds

The psychological impact of war on children in Gaza is extreme, with high levels of trauma leading to feelings of impending death and desire to die.

All That Remains

Leyan's story symbolizes the resilience and hope of child amputees in Gaza amidst the consequences of war.

Life in a Gaza field hospital in pictures

UK-Med is providing crucial medical assistance in Gaza, highlighting the impact of war on children.

Gazans Are Living Through a Yearlong Blackout

The yearlong blackout in Gaza significantly disrupts daily life and essential services, leaving families struggling with basic needs.

In Gaza, Families Survive on Scraps of Bread and Contaminated Canned Food

Displaced Palestinian families are suffering from severe food and water shortages, with basic necessities becoming increasingly difficult to obtain.

How a Palestinian Woman Lives With a Rare Illness While Surviving Gaza Genocide

Rana Baalousha's story illustrates the struggle for medical care amidst the devastation of war in Gaza.

Death feels imminent for 96% of children in Gaza, study finds

The psychological impact of war on children in Gaza is extreme, with high levels of trauma leading to feelings of impending death and desire to die.

All That Remains

Leyan's story symbolizes the resilience and hope of child amputees in Gaza amidst the consequences of war.
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Review: In 'Porcelain War,' Ukrainian artists document their struggle against Russian aggression

Ordinary people in Ukraine are becoming citizen soldiers in a fight for cultural survival amidst war.
#ukraine-conflict

War Shatters Dating Scene for Women in Ukraine

War impacts dating in Ukraine, making it hard to find and maintain relationships amidst ongoing conflict.

The week around the world in 20 pictures

Ongoing violence in Ukraine continues to traumatize civilians amidst conflicts, particularly marked by recent missile attacks on urban centers.

War Shatters Dating Scene for Women in Ukraine

War impacts dating in Ukraine, making it hard to find and maintain relationships amidst ongoing conflict.

The week around the world in 20 pictures

Ongoing violence in Ukraine continues to traumatize civilians amidst conflicts, particularly marked by recent missile attacks on urban centers.
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#cultural-heritage

The Wildly Subversive Music of Soviet Ukraine

Ukrainian music's resurgence is linked to cultural discovery amid war, showcasing a rich legacy previously overlooked.

Aleppo's soap makers, now making their soaps in a free Syria

Aleppo's soap-making tradition, over 2,000 years old, is reviving despite challenges from war, highlighting community resilience and the impact of local craftsmanship.

The Wildly Subversive Music of Soviet Ukraine

Ukrainian music's resurgence is linked to cultural discovery amid war, showcasing a rich legacy previously overlooked.

Aleppo's soap makers, now making their soaps in a free Syria

Aleppo's soap-making tradition, over 2,000 years old, is reviving despite challenges from war, highlighting community resilience and the impact of local craftsmanship.
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#reconstruction

How can Syria be rebuilt and who will pay?

Syria requires substantial foreign funding and political stability for effective reconstruction after years of war and sanctions.

Ukraine seeks return of up to 10 million refugees and migrants fleeing Russia's war

Ukraine aims to repatriate its diaspora to address demographic challenges exacerbated by the war.

How can Syria be rebuilt and who will pay?

Syria requires substantial foreign funding and political stability for effective reconstruction after years of war and sanctions.

Ukraine seeks return of up to 10 million refugees and migrants fleeing Russia's war

Ukraine aims to repatriate its diaspora to address demographic challenges exacerbated by the war.
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#gaza-conflict

Killed in her pink roller skates, a Palestinian girl's photo in Gaza goes viral

The image of young Tala symbolizes the tragic impact of war on children in Gaza.

Everything is gone': how Israeli forces destroyed Jabaliya refugee camp

Jabaliya, a refugee camp in Gaza, experienced severe devastation from Israeli airstrikes, transforming its vibrant environment into a wasteland within hours.

American Doctors Tell New York Times They Saw Pattern of Gaza Children Being Shot in Head: Every Day I Was There'

Healthcare workers in Gaza report a shocking increase in children injured by gunfire, often in head or chest, resulting in high fatality rates.

Al-Shifa Hospital: Annihilation and Resilience

Al-Shifa Hospital has been devastated by ongoing conflict, reducing it to an unusable shell and drastically limiting healthcare access for Gazans.

For Many Palestinians, the Olympics Are Easy to Root for but Hard to Actually Watch

Palestinians in Gaza find it hard to stay connected to the Paris Olympics amid ongoing war and devastation.

'German voice from Gaza' adjusts to new reality in Berlin DW 10/02/2024

The ongoing conflict in Gaza deeply impacts individuals like Abed Hassan, even when they are far from the site of violence.

Killed in her pink roller skates, a Palestinian girl's photo in Gaza goes viral

The image of young Tala symbolizes the tragic impact of war on children in Gaza.

Everything is gone': how Israeli forces destroyed Jabaliya refugee camp

Jabaliya, a refugee camp in Gaza, experienced severe devastation from Israeli airstrikes, transforming its vibrant environment into a wasteland within hours.

American Doctors Tell New York Times They Saw Pattern of Gaza Children Being Shot in Head: Every Day I Was There'

Healthcare workers in Gaza report a shocking increase in children injured by gunfire, often in head or chest, resulting in high fatality rates.

Al-Shifa Hospital: Annihilation and Resilience

Al-Shifa Hospital has been devastated by ongoing conflict, reducing it to an unusable shell and drastically limiting healthcare access for Gazans.

For Many Palestinians, the Olympics Are Easy to Root for but Hard to Actually Watch

Palestinians in Gaza find it hard to stay connected to the Paris Olympics amid ongoing war and devastation.

'German voice from Gaza' adjusts to new reality in Berlin DW 10/02/2024

The ongoing conflict in Gaza deeply impacts individuals like Abed Hassan, even when they are far from the site of violence.
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The Military Under Trump Will Be a Disaster

'Broken heart syndrome' illustrates the pervasive psychological impact of stress from war, affecting populations beyond the battlefield.

Why Another Stalker 2 Delay Was Never An Option For Its Ukrainian Developer

Stalker 2 faced significant development challenges, including team exhaustion and stressful conditions due to war, leading to its imperfect launch despite good sales.
#conflict

Weapon contamination in Ethiopia wrecks limbs and dreams

Young Birhane's heroic act to save children from an explosive cost him limbs, showcasing the tragic consequences of war on civilians.

For Lebanese Americans, calm at home is surreal as Israel strikes Beirut

Lebanese Americans face emotional dissonance as they cope with conflict at home while managing professional life in the U.S.

Weapon contamination in Ethiopia wrecks limbs and dreams

Young Birhane's heroic act to save children from an explosive cost him limbs, showcasing the tragic consequences of war on civilians.

For Lebanese Americans, calm at home is surreal as Israel strikes Beirut

Lebanese Americans face emotional dissonance as they cope with conflict at home while managing professional life in the U.S.
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#human-rights

Violence against children worldwide at an 'all-time high' DW 12/08/2024

One in six children lives in war zones, facing unprecedented levels of violence and significant risks to their lives and rights.

468 Million Children Who Live in Areas Affected by Armed Conflict Are Suffering

The impact of war on children is catastrophic, with millions affected by conflict and a rising number of violent incidents against them.

Violence against children worldwide at an 'all-time high' DW 12/08/2024

One in six children lives in war zones, facing unprecedented levels of violence and significant risks to their lives and rights.

468 Million Children Who Live in Areas Affected by Armed Conflict Are Suffering

The impact of war on children is catastrophic, with millions affected by conflict and a rising number of violent incidents against them.
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Health services across Idlib no longer functioning', say Syrian doctors

Idlib's health services have been devastated by airstrikes, resulting in patient deaths and critical operational failures.
Oxygen and power shortages due to airstrike damage have led to fatalities in intensive care units.

I fled the war in Ukraine. Now I work on ways to help the country's soil heal

Building international networks proved crucial for survival and ongoing research amidst crisis.

Sharp rise recorded in landmine casualties in 2023, warns report

The global casualties from landmines surged in 2023, reaching over 5,700, with civilians making up 84% of the victims.

We can't fight the climate crisis without fighting militarism | All Hail

War's environmental impact extends beyond military emissions, presenting a substantial threat to both humanity and planetary health.

Notes on chocolate: Ukraine's hero chocolatiers

Meetty chocolate exemplifies resilience and creativity in Ukraine, providing a taste of joy amidst the challenges of war.

We Are Failing Children Around the World With Our War-Making

War significantly endangers children's safety, with millions affected by armed conflicts and a troubling rise in violence against them.

Kate Bush's beautiful new animated film just made me cry

Kate Bush's animated film highlights the plight of war-affected children, delivering a poignant message of hope through the lens of a fragile shrew.

'This year is particularly special': art prize exhibition delayed by Russian invasion opens in Kyiv

The Future Generation Art Prize has been rescheduled to October 2024 due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, symbolizing resilience amid adversity.

What's the economic toll of Israel's war on Gaza?

Israel's economy is in distress due to the Gaza conflict, leading to a severe budget deficit and anticipated business bankruptcies.

Why Russia's brain drain is the biggest problem facing its economy

Russia faces a significant economic crisis due to a brain drain of skilled workers fleeing the war, potentially leading to long-term decline.

In Ukraine-controlled Sudzha, stranded Russian civilians question what's next

Ukrainian forces prioritize negotiating leverage over territorial gains in their offensive.
Russian civilians in Sudzha experience a dual reality under Ukrainian control.

In a Ukrainian prison, cells are full of young Russian conscripts

The capture of young and unprepared Russian soldiers presents significant political challenges for the Kremlin amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

A summer away from the bombing of Ukraine, thanks to the Spanish province of Jaen

The A Breath of Hope program offers Ukrainian orphans a safe and joyful escape from war for three weeks in Spain.

Ukraine delegation visits NHS to help war-torn children

A Ukraine delegation visited East London NHS to learn about child mental health services.

The Gaza physiotherapist: My house was bombed and my baby son and beloved husband died

The story of Suha Nasser illustrates the challenges of starting a family amidst conflict and the struggles faced by families during times of war.
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