War – Page 2 – The Diplomatic Envoy

In Ukraine, an Invasion and its Consequences

February 28, 2022February 27, 2022 Alejandro Ramirez 0 Comments Conflict, International Security, Ukraine, Russia, War

Weeks of escalating tensions in Europe reached their breaking point on February 24, when Russia officially launched its first attacks against Ukraine. As the ominous buildup of over 100,000 Russian troops on Ukraine’s border showed no signs of slowing down in the days leading up to the attack, many nations expressed concern that President Vladimir Putin was formulating plans for military operations against Ukraine, reports The New York Times.

October 2020 International News 2020 Middle East

Yemen and Houthi Talks Showcase First Step Towards Peace

October 4, 2020October 4, 2020 Christiana Mones 0 Comments Yemen, Houthis, Saudi Arabia, War, Peace talks, Iran

After 10 days of intense negotiation, the Yemeni government coalition and Houthi rebels have agreed to release over 1,000 prisoners. The war between the two parties began in 2014, when a Houthi-led rebel group, backed by Iran, took control of the northern and western regions of Yemen, including the capital of Sanaa. In March 2015, a Saudi-led coalition intervened, displaying support for the internationally recognized Yemeni government headed by President Hadi. In recent months, the rebels have also intensified drone-strikes and missile attacks on Saudi Arabia.

Summer 2017 2017 Middle East

Mosul’s Blood-Soaked Liberation

September 13, 2017September 13, 2017 Mohammed Syed 0 Comments Iraq, War, Summer Edition, Mosul

Due to awful battle that raged on for eight months, more than 920,000 people have been displaced in Mosul.