Conflict zones
Coverage of Conflict zones in the Nexus archive.
- More than 16,000 refugees unable to reunite with families in UK, says Refugee Council
More than 16,000 refugees have been unable to reunite with families in the UK due to the suspension of the refugee family reunion route. The suspension, which began last September, has left many refugees stuck in conflict zones or relying on people-smugglers to reach safety.
- DGS withdraws restriction on the movement of Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz
DGS has withdrawn restrictions on Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The advisory against deploying Indian seafarers in conflict zones has also been revoked.
- How AI is helping groups in conflict zones where they’re seeking to bring peace
The Red Cross and tech companies like Transcend are using AI to protect civilians, reunite families, and analyze conflicts in war zones. AI tools help identify people in need, digitize historical records of missing persons, and compress conflict analysis timelines, while drones are used cautiously due to risks of causing fear.
- The Next Pandemic Will Come From a Conflict Zone
The latest Ebola outbreak reveals critical weaknesses in the global pandemic preparedness system. The article argues that future pandemics are likely to originate from conflict zones where disease surveillance and containment measures are inadequate.