Category: Middle East

photo Osama Alkahlout, Gaza

An Eid Message from Gaza

I had hoped to write to you: “Wishing you a blessed Eid.” But the Palestinian wound runs too deep, carved into the very marrow of

Syria by Dred al Assad

Syria’s Disappeared Women

NCF Research Officer Aaliya Boakye, explores the recent kidnappings and mysterious disappearances of young women occurring in Syria and addresses the conflicting narratives surrounding the

Ghana’s Smuggling Crisis

NCF discusses the smuggling crisis that has overrun Ghana and speaks to the government corruption that facilitates this. What is happening? Smuggling has been around

Pope Francis 1936-2025

With the passing of Pope Francis, tributes have largely focused on his global spiritual leadership and influence within the Catholic Church. Less often highlighted, but

Syrian Women

Syrian girls sold into Slavery

There are conflicting reports about Syrian Alawite girls being kidnapped and sold into slavery. There are also denials. You can make your own mind up.

Gaza

Gaza Starvation – becomes Acute

The current food and supply situation within Gaza as a result of Israel’s blockade is catastrophic.  The situation in Gaza regarding food and water is