Aid Begins to Flow into North West Syria
Local activists continue to criticise international community for not doing enough to support relief efforts.
20 Feb 23
Foreign aid
Syrian Activists Condemn “Failure” of UN Aid Efforts
Fears that Damascus regime had politicised delivery of humanitarian relief to areas outside its control.
16 Feb 23
Ukraine’s Artillery Ups Its Game
Western weapons have enabled Ukrainian forces to hit Russian ammunition depots, tilting the balance on the battlefield.
15 Aug 22
Afghanistan: Pistachio, Not Poppy
New scheme aims to entice locals away from growing narcotics that help fuel insurgency.
10 Jul 18
Kyrgyzstan Bares Teeth at Washington
After two decades of accepting American economic and humanitarian support, the government decides its donors are meddling.
29 Jul 15
Afghan Blood Banks Find Willing Donors
Public awareness drive and better organisation mean a steady supply of blood is available in Khost province.
4 Sep 14
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