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Africa: Long After the Guns Fall Silent, Conflict-Related Sexual Violence Leaves Lasting Scars

eriinfo.com5 months ago07 mins

Sexual violence in conflict is a tactic of war, torture and terror. It does not only devastate survivors but also tears apart families and communities. The trauma, shame and stigma are borne by victims, not perpetrators – echoing across generations. In 2024 alone, the UN verified around 4,500 cases of conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV), though…

Oil prices fall on reports Iran wants to end hostilities with Israel

eriinfo.com5 months ago06 mins

The run-up in crude futures paused on Monday, with prices falling more than 4% on reports that Iran wants to end hostilities with Israel and resume nuclear talks. U.S. crude oil was down $1.93, or 2.64%, to $71.05 per barrel by 11:51 a.m. E T., while global benchmark Brent fell $1.99, or 2.68%, to $72.24….