Russia–Ukraine
The war between Russia and Ukraine remains a central global crisis in 2025. After a brief ceasefire in mid‑March, Russia launched new strikes against Ukrainian civilian infrastructure mere hours later, intensifying conflict despite ongoing peace negotiations held in Saudi Arabia. Both nations suffer sustained casualties and infrastructure destruction, with military aid flowing into Ukraine from NATO and the United States
Myanmar
Myanmar’s internal conflict has worsened following the 2021 coup. Armed groups now dominate regions, and in 2024–25 growing rebellion led to the capture of key military positions. Civilian casualties since the coup exceed 6,200, with political repression rising. The situation was further compounded by a massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake in March that struck central Myanmar, killing thousands amid ongoing conflict and severely hampering aid efforts
Sudan
More than two years into civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces, the humanitarian toll has surpassed 61,000 deaths, mostly from hunger and disease. Over 11 million people internally displaced, and two‑thirds of the population now requires humanitarian aid. The crisis now represents the world’s largest displacement scenario
Syria
In Syria, a surprise offensive by non-state armed factions in late 2024 destabilized areas long held by the Assad government, triggering renewed collapse of control and humanitarian displacement. Over 13.8 million Syrians are now displaced, with widespread poverty, hyperinflation, collapsed health care systems, and looming disease risk, including cholera in overcrowded camps
Mali & Balochistan (Pakistan)
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In Mali, widespread protests began in May 2025 after the junta dissolved all political parties and extended presidential powers. Tens of thousands took the streets in Bamako, calling for democratization. Security forces cracked down, and Amnesty International decried the arrests and repressionBalochistan protests erupted in Pakistan’s southwestern province following the arrest of human rights activists connected to the Jaffar Express hijacking. Security forces fired on demonstrators in Quetta, leading to multiple deaths and widespread protests in Karachi and internationally among diaspora communities
Gaza Famine Crisis
In Gaza, famine conditions are now unfolding as conflict with Israel continues. With food supply blocked at crossings, malnutrition rates are surging—especially among children and pregnant women. Aid deliveries remain insufficient. Humanitarian groups warn that starvation is being used as a weapon of war. Recognitions of Palestinian statehood and ceasefire proposals are under debate, but no diplomatic breakthrough is imminent
