Tag: politics
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W.W. Hunter – “The Indian Musalmans”
Sir William Wilson Hunter was a Scottish historian, and a prominent member of the Indian civil service based in the Bengal province. Hunter joined the Indian Civil Service (ICS) in 1862 before being posted in Bengal. From 1862-1875, he served in various capacities in Bengal, including analysis, administration and governance. During this time he gained…
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Daybreak in Gaza
Daybreak In Gaza: Daybreak in Gaza is a compilation of accounts from many contributors on the genocide in Gaza. Accounts are taken from residents of Gaza, humanitarian workers that have lived there previously, refugees, and cultural icons including poets and singers. The purpose of this piece is to humanize Gaza. It is compiled in English,…
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Beyond Commemoration – The Plight of Uyghur Women
As the world observes International Women’s Day, our attention is drawn to the inspirational stories and achievements of gender equality advocates worldwide. We marvel at powerful women’s accomplishments, affirming their capabilities and contribution to the world without geographic constraints. We are reminded of and celebrate international and grassroots movements aimed at empowering women. Yet, amidst…
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Massacres & Resistance in Idlib (2023)
October 6th. Assad begins his retaliatory attack against the Syrian rebels in Idlib following the Homs drone strike at the Homs Military Academy – killing 125 and leaving 277 injured. To many, Assad’s retaliation is a continuation of a consistent back and forth between the rebels and Assad, yet the recent bombardment of Idlib paints…
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The Assad Regime and Captagon Trade
Introduction Following crippling sanctions against the Syrian regime under Bashar Al-Assad, the world has seen a terrifying uptick in the manufacturing and distribution of captagon. Captagon is a synthetic drug that was produced in Bulgaria in the 1990s, and its popularity and manufacture soon found its home in the Middle East. While production was relatively…
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The Uyghur Diaspora and International Institutions
Introduction The plight of Uyghur Muslims in China’s Xinjiang province (widely referred to as East Turkestan by Uyghurs) has recently gained international attention and support. According to the independent Tribunal in London, and multiple parliamentary and governments Uyghur Muslims are undergoing a genocide perpetrated by the Chinese government. The atrocities they face have led to…
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Syria – October (2023)
A brief timeline of events: 01/06/2023 – A suicide bombing in front of the General Directorate of Security building in Ankara. Two police officers injured. PKK claims responsibility. 05/06/2023 – The Turkish Armed Forces deploy troops and engages in aerial warfare against YPG – the Syrian branch of the PKK. 05/06/2023 – A series of…
Ghurkan Investigative Notes 