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Human Rights · SyriaA U.N.-backed commission that investigated sectarian violence on Syria’s coast earlier this year found that there was “widespread and systematic” violence against civilians perpetrated by some government-affiliated factions, but found no evidence that it was directed by the central government.See the Story
U.N.: Syrian factions committed ‘widespread and systematic’ attacks on civilians in coastal violence
43% Left coverage: 21 sources

Cyril Ramaphosa · South AfricaThe ministries of International Relations and Cooperation and of Defence have dissociated the government from SANDF chief Rudzani Maphwanya's remarks expressing solidarity with Iran.See the Story
General Maphwanya Faces Backlash for Controversial Iran Visit
45% Center coverage: 9 sources

Shell · Cape TownA court in South Africa has halted an oil and gas exploration project led by TotalEnergies, saying the environmental assessment for the project was “deeply flawed, failing to address key risks, legal requirements, and public participation,” per a Bloomberg report. The case was brought in front of the court by a group of environmentalist organizations opposing oil and gas development in South Africa and elsewhere. The news comes hours after Bloom…See the Story
South African Court Blocks TotalEnergies Oil Project
Coverage: 7 sources