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Trump’s move to lift sanctions against Syria: A humanitarian move or carrot-and-stick politics?
With Syria entering a new phase under the leadership of Ahmad Al-Sharaa, the new government has faced several barriers, notably the sanctions imposed by the United States (US) on Syria. In response, on 13 May, 2025, the new US President Donald Trump announced that his administration would lift the sanctions…
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Are minorities in Syria vulnerable groups or political loopholes?
When the decades-long Assad family dictatorship fell in December, it sparked hopes for a better Syria. But did it bring hope to all Syrians? The outbreak of peaceful protests in Syria in 2011 demonstrated the Syrian people’s wish for a government that truly represents them. With the rise of radical…
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Universalism of human rights and humanitarian response to the Sudanese crisis
Human rights and humanitarian action are closely interlinked, each aiming to alleviate the suffering and enhance the well-being of affected populations, albeit through distinct approaches. Unlike humanitarian action, which takes place only during humanitarian crises like armed conflicts and natural disasters, human rights are applicable at all times, both in…