War

October 31, 2006

Peace and War

Ekklesia proposes non-violent alternatives to military action as well as peace-making strategies. Ekklesia hit the headlines in 2002 by proposing public consideration of strategies for non-violent regime change in Iraq.
September 21, 2018

Eritrea peace deal could offer hope for reforms, says UN expert

The peace agreement between Eritrea and Ethiopia raises hopes that human rights will be at the centre of Eritrea’s path towards a society respectful of all fundamental rights, says the UN Special Rapporteur.
August 13, 2018

Turkish President urged to end campaign against doctors

World Medical Association says there is a state campaign of harassment against leading members of the Turkish medical profession.
July 26, 2018

Ian Paisley suspension - 'real victims are Sri Lankans denied justice for war crimes'

The real scandal is an MP attempting to stand in the way of justice for thousands of civilians who lost their lives in Sri Lanka, says Amnesty.
July 13, 2018

Thousands of Syrians out of reach of aid, says Oxfam

Thousands of Syrians forced from their homes due to the recent fighting in Dar’a are unable to get the help they desperately need, Oxfam says.
July 5, 2018

Hodeidah cannot be allowed to become a graveyard, says Oxfam

Conditions for over half a million people in Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah are steadily deteriorating with food in short supply and seriously damaged water and sewage systems increasing the risk of cholera, Oxfam said today.
July 4, 2018

No justification for the carnage in Yemen, says Unicef

Visiting Yemen, Unicef's Executive Director says, “There is no justification for this carnage".
July 4, 2018

Peace Pledge Union says its fears were confirmed on Armed Forces Day

Small children were invited to play with real weapons on Armed Forces Day.
June 12, 2018

Hodeida offensive 'must be stopped to save lives and the chance for peace'

The UN and NGOs have received warnings for staff to evacuate Hodeida, Yemen by Tuesday 12 June 2018 ahead of a miltary offensive.
June 1, 2018

Half the world's children 'robbed of childhood'

More than half of all children globally are threatened by conflict, poverty or discrimination against girls, a new report by Save the Children has found.