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Demolished buildings in Borodyanka, Ukraine, showcasing urban devastation.
Global Development

Global Conflicts Systematically Erasing Cultural Heritage, Report Warns

Across Ukraine, Gaza, Iran, and Lebanon, modern warfare is increasingly targeting and destroying historic sites, religious buildings, and cultural archives, raising concerns about the systematic eradication of a people's past. International conventions designed to protect such heritage are reportedly proving ineffective amidst a perceived collapse of global governance.

By Alex Beauregard | 14 August 2026
Beirut cityscape showing damaged buildings
Global Development

Humanitarian Situation Monitoring Launched to Aid Hard-to-Reach Conflict Zones in Lebanon

Rapid escalation of conflict since March 2026 has led to mass displacement and significant casualties in Lebanon, with nearly one million forced to flee. A new monitoring initiative seeks to address critical information gaps on populations remaining in inaccessible areas, supporting targeted humanitarian response amid ongoing instability.

By Alex Draeth | 19 May 2026