The Guardian
Friday, May 29, 2015 - 07:50
Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have caused the majority of civilian casualties in the nation’s capital Sana’a by firing anti-aircraft munitions that explode after landing in populated areas, a leading human rights watchdog has said in a report published two months into a Saudi-led air war.
Wednesday, May 27, 2015 - 06:38
The thaw in relations between the US and Cuba has led to a stunning 36% increase in visits by Americans to the island, including thousands who are flying into Cuba from third countries like Mexico in order to sidestep US restrictions on tourism.
Tuesday, May 26, 2015 - 06:54
After more than 50 years of conflict marked by widespread and systemic sexual violence, Colombia has established a national day to remember the appalling suffering experienced by so many women, whose plight has until now been largely ignored.
Friday, May 22, 2015 - 06:15
At least 18 Farc rebel fighters were killed during an operation by Colombia’s army on Thursday, in one of the most deadly confrontations since the guerrillas began peace talks with the government more than two years ago.
Friday, May 22, 2015 - 05:50
After five years of insurgency, the military has made significant gains on the battlefield. But now the battle for peace must begin.
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 - 08:00
From Kenya to India, online platforms are springing up to tackle bribery in developing countries, but reporting needs to translate into action.
Wednesday, May 20, 2015 - 06:32
Despite animosity between the Farc and the US, which considers the rebel group ‘narco-terrorists’, envoy Bernard Aronson is seen as a critical voice at peace talks.
Monday, May 18, 2015 - 11:07
Saudi-led coalition air strikes targeting Shia rebels have resumed in the southern port city of Aden after the end of a five-day humanitarian ceasefire, Yemeni security officials and witnesses said.
Thursday, May 7, 2015 - 07:24
Foreign fighters who claim allegiance to Islamic State are gathering dozens of recruits in eastern Afghanistan, luring would-be jihadis with generous resources and the group’s powerful brand, according to a Taliban fighter who has met several of their commanders.
Thursday, May 7, 2015 - 06:50
Senior security and immigration officials have expressed confidence that this summer will not see a repeat of past year massive crossings by unaccompanied Central American children: a result which officials attribute to a successful campaign in Central America to persuade would-be migrants that even if they reach the US, they will have little prospect of remaining.