Afghan media outlet Etilaatroz launch fact-checking unit as a result of Afghan Witness partnership
CIR is delighted to announce the launch of a new fact-checking unit by Afghan media outlet, Etilaatroz. The unit, named ‘Sanjah’ – a Dari/Farsi word meaning to measure, check or verify – has been supported by CIR’s Afghan Witness (AW) project.
Dnipro Dam Attack: a wave of Russian strikes hits Ukraine
On 22 March 2024, Russia launched a wave of attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, hitting the hydroelectric power plant in Zaporizhzhia in the early hours of the morning.
Arrests for violating Taliban Hijab rules cause controversy
The Taliban’s reported detentions for non-compliance with hijab rules have received mixed reactions: contradictory claims from Taliban officials, concern from local groups, and condemnation from international community.
Male protests 2023: Driven by scarcity, restricted by risk
2023 saw Afghan men engaging in protests driven predominantly by economic concerns, but also in solidarity with women and minorities, risking their personal safety and financial security.