More than 100 million people have been displaced globally, with most being forcibly displaced within their countries, due to armed conflicts, generalized violence, or human rights violations.
According to the United Nations, global conflict, cost-of-living crises, and the number of displaced people are all worsening. Most conflicts are now between domestic groups vs nation states, with the drivers being unresolved regional tensions, rule of law breakdowns, corrupt state institutions, illicit gain schemes, and climate change-induced resource scarcity.
These conflicts are leading to global crises, including severe famine and extreme poverty – which now impact an estimated 1.6 billion people worldwide.
Below are some of our most popular news, articles, and podcasts related to global crises and global conflicts including invasions, civil and international wars, coups, and national protests. Click to see a list of other popular global topics.
Biden Sending Hundreds Of Troops To Somalia And Expanding US Drone Strikes
Listen to experts discussing, in May 2022, Biden’s increased support for Somalia, including sending additional US troops and increasing airstrike effectiveness against the al-Shabaab command. Learn about the US-trained elite unit, Danab, and its role in revamping the Somalian national army. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Why Is Turkey Blocking Sweden And Finland From Joining NATO
Listen to experts discussing, in June 2022, Turkey’s objection to Finland and Sweden’s membership in NATO. Learn about Turkey’s foreign policy, grievances, and its position regarding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Civil War In Ethiopia Sparked By Conflict In The Tigray Region
Listen to experts discussing, in March 2021, the Ethiopian Civil war, its history, its origin in a Tigray regional conflict, and the current escalation. Click here to listen to the podcast.
UN Report: Countries Most Affected By Global Water Crisis
Read the article, from March 2021, about the global water crisis, its current impact on more than 1.4 billion people in 80 countries, and a ranking of the most affected countries. The article includes information about “UNICEF’s Water Security For All initiative.” Click here to read the article.
Crisis In Syria At Major Turning Point
Listen to experts discussing, in July 2021, Syria’s civil war crisis, the trapped population in the Idlib province held by rebels, and Russia’s threat to veto the United Nations’ humanitarian aid. Click here to listen to the podcast.
What’s Next For The US In Afghanistan
Listen to experts discussing, in February 2021, the status of the “forever war” in Afghanistan, the negotiated deal with the Taliban for United States troop withdrawal, and the recent history with US, Afghani, and Taliban forces. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Conflict In Yemen Takes A Dangerous Turn
Listen to experts discussing, in February 2021, the conflict in Yemen, the history of outside intervention, and the creation of the world’s worst humanitarian disaster. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Crisis In The Central African Republic
Listen to experts discussing, in February 2021, the crisis in the Central African Republic and the significant international implications of the multinational conflict. Listen to a history of disputed presidential elections and the long-standing UN Peacekeeping mission, MINUSCA. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Transition To Green Economies Could Fuel Demand For Conflict Minerals
Listen to experts discussing, in May 2021, the transition to green economies, the dependence of green energy on scarce minerals and metals, and the demand-based conflicts that could result in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Click here to listen to the podcast.
World Bank And International Monetary Fund (IMF) Response To Global Economic Crisis
Listen to experts discussing, in April 2021, how the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) responded to the COVID-19-based economic crisis, its effectiveness, and the changing role these institutions could play in global affairs. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Why There’s a Resurgence of Armed Conflict in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
Listen to experts discussing, in July 2022, the political and regional grievance history within the DRC and the origin of the M23 group. Learn about the various periods of conflict, UN intervention, and the current resurgence of a renewed M23 organization and its escalating attacks against a flawed central government force. Click here to listen to the podcast.
How to Stop the Global Food Crisis From Getting Worse | Sir Mark Lowcock
Listen to experts discussing, in July 2022, how climate change, conflict-related famine, and other economic and pandemic-related forces have fueled a surge in the already present global food crisis. Learn about the causes continuing to deepen the crisis and what actions could be taken to stop its expansion. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Europe Is In The Midst Of A Deepening Energy Crisis
Listen to experts discussing, in September 2022, the deepening European energy crisis, soaring energy prices in Europe, uncertainty surrounding Russian gas exports, and Putin’s strategy to break European support for Ukrainian sovereignty. Click here to listen to the podcast.
The Crisis In Myanmar Takes A Turn For The Worse
Listen to experts discussing, in September 2022, how Myanmar’s civil war has taken a turn for the worse, with the resumptions of pro-democratic political executions, and escalating opposition group violence. Learn what the United States and the broader international community can do to influence the conflict. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Europe Is In The Midst Of A Deepening Energy Crisis
Listen to experts discussing, in September 2022, the deepening European energy crisis, soaring energy prices in Europe, uncertainty surrounding Russian gas exports, and Putin’s strategy to break European support for Ukrainian sovereignty. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Who Is Jimmy “Barbecue” Cherizier, The Haitian Gang Leader At The Center Of Haiti’s New Crisis?
Listen to experts discussing, in October 2022, the gang war crisis in Haiti, including the G9 Gang leader Jimmy “barbeque” Cherizier’s blockade of Haiti’s main fuel terminal. Learn about UN Security Council interventions and the deteriorating civilian humanitarian and security crisis. Click here to listen to the podcast.
The Ethiopia-Tigray War Is About To Get Even Worse!
Listen to experts discussing, in October 2022, the Ethiopia-Tigray conflict, the humanitarian crisis, and the dangerous resurgence of conflict. Learn about the March cease-fire, August dissolution, and the current trajectory of the conflict, including the creation of the world’s worst humanitarian crisis and the role international intervention has played. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Why is Turkey About to Invade Syria?
Listen to experts discussing, in November 2022, suspected Kurdish militant bombings in Istanbul, Turkey’s initial response and intent to attack Northern Syria. Learn how Turkey’s evolving relationships with its regional neighbors may be influencing the trajectory of the conflict. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Protests In China And The Death Of Jiang Zemin
Listen to experts discussing, in December 2022, rare protests in China. Learn how Covid lockdown barriers blocked a building fire response, killing ten residents, and sparking pent-up civilian outrage against Xi’s Zero Covid policy and government censorship. Learn why the death of revered leader Jiang Zemin may be fueling the historic anti-government movement. Click here to listen to the podcast.
A New Study Shows How to Counter Violent Extremism Through “Social Cohesion”
Listen to experts discussing, in December 2022, how experimental social-cohesion programs reduced villager recruitment into the violent extremist groups in the Tillaberi region of Niger. Learn why peacebuilding projects like ”social cohesion” are such important alternatives to the military removal of terrorist groups and fit within SDG11. Click here to listen to the podcast.
The Top Global Crises To Expect In 2023 | David Miliband
Listen to experts discussing, in December 2022, the International Rescue Committee’s global crises watchlist for 2023. Learn about the methodology of creating a crisis watchlist, the top crises of concern, existing humanitarian solutions, and where humanitarian needs are expected to be most acute, SDG3. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Can Canadian Diplomacy Help End Cameroon’s Civil War
Listen to experts discussing, in March 2023, the bloody Cameroon civil war, its history, failed previous negotiations, and the party’s current consideration of Canadian facilitation of peace talks. Learn about the Anglophone Crisis and prospects for a lasting resolution. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Why Did The USA Invade And Occupy Iraq 20 Years Ago And What Are The Iraq War’s Legacies Today?
Listen to experts discussing, in March 2023, a 20-year hindsight perspective on the real reasons the US invaded and occupied Iraq. Learn about the decision’s many lasting legacies and their effect on US Foreign policy and international relations today. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Better Know Ajay Banga, Biden’s Pick To Lead The World Bank
Listen to experts discussing, in February 2023, Ajay Banga, World Bank Presidential nominee, and the challenges ahead for the Bank to grow its global relevance. Learn about member pressure for the bank to better align with global initiatives of climate change, climate shock, sustainability, and to achieve the required capital capacity. Click here to listen to the podcast.
It’s Syria Earthquake Relief Vs Messy International Politics
Listen to experts discussing, in February 2023, the non-symmetric supply of humanitarian resources to Turkey Vs Syria. Learn about the international politics that is blocking the access route needed by the UN, to provide the massive cross-border response that is available. Understand the constituents, complexities, and probability that sufficient aid will ever get to those desperately in need. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Will War Resume Between Armenia And Azerbaijan?
Listen to experts discussing, in February 2023, the deteriorating Azerbaijan-Armenian ceasefire and control over the former Azerbaijan region of Nagorno-Karabakh. Learn about regional supply blockades, a worsening humanitarian crisis and the hopeful intervention by the European Union to stabilize the conflict. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Can One Of The World’s Largest Refugee Camps Handle A Coming Rush Of Arrivals?
Listen to experts discussing, in February 2023, Dadaab, the world’s largest refugee camp, its ballooning population, and the ability of its humanitarian agencies to provide basic services. Learn about concern over needed infrastructure expansion and a worsening incidence of acute childhood malnutrition. Click here to listen to the podcast.
An Escalating Cycle of Violence In Israel And Palestine
Listen to experts discussing, in February 2023, the escalating violence cycle in Israel and Palestine, the potential causes, and consequences of a continuing trend of escalation. Learn about the second intifada and conditions that could precipitate a third. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Crisis In Peru
Listen to experts discussing, in January 2023, the escalating political crisis in Peru, its history, current leadership chaos, class-based protests, police corruption, and disproportionate police response. Learn about the escalating cycle of violence and prospects for a consensus leader and political stability. Learn the causes and consequences of this political crisis. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Why Are So Many African Countries Facing A Huge Debt Crisis Right Now?
Listen to experts discussing, in January 2023, the elements and complexity of the debt crisis across many African countries. Learn about the causes and consequences of the crisis and what accommodations are required to prevent bankrupting the populations that must live under their government’s unserviceable debt load. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Learn more about other global issues:
- UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Ukraine Crisis ~ War With Russia
- Global Warming and Climate Change
- UN Peacekeeping Activities
- Global Women’s Rights
- Global Health
- Human Rights
- Nuclear Non-proliferation ~ Nuclear Security
- Humanitarian Crises and Responses
- International Relations, Politics, And Diplomacy