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Once a FARC guerrilla, Sandra Gonzalez Sanabria now leads Agua Bonita—a village built by former rebels in Colombia’s Caquetá region. Rooted in collective living, feminist leadership, and socialist values, the community stands as a powerful model of post-conflict transformation, resilience, and hope in a country scarred by decades of war.

It was lunchtime and participants had gathered outside the National University Hall to collect their food. The organisers wanted people to form two separate...

Iran’s defiant missile strikes during the brief war with Israel shook regional power dynamics, exposing cracks in Israeli and US defenses. While Tehran gained prestige, Gulf Arab rulers remained passive, revealing their declining credibility. The conflict marked a turning point, shifting both hard power perceptions and soft power influence in the region.

Kolkata: Indian-American politician Kshama Sawant is determined to legally challenge the Indian government for having denied a travel visa to visit her ailing mother...

Bangladesh’s democracy stands at a crossroads, with rising majoritarianism threatening its pluralistic fabric. The country’s rich multicultural identity is under strain, as forces seek to reshape its political and historical narratives. The legacy of its liberation movement is fading, raising concerns about the erosion of democratic values and minority rights.

Bangladesh’s political turmoil, sparked by Sheikh Hasina’s exit and student protests, has reshaped the nation’s democratic aspirations. While civil society remains hopeful for reforms, concerns over media narratives and external interference persist. Despite uncertainties, the people’s movement emphasizes inclusivity, regional solidarity, and self-determined progress, challenging dominant narratives of religious extremism and instability