The article reports on the dire situation in Al Fashir, Sudan, where the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are advancing against the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) amidst the ongoing Sudanese Civil War. The city, a strategic military location, has become a refuge for internally displaced persons, facing severe shortages of healthcare, food, and shelter due to the conflict. The RSF's use of heavy weaponry in urban areas has resulted in significant civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure, including hospitals. The United Nations and the International Criminal Court have raised concerns about potential genocide. Local and international mediation efforts are ongoing, but the RSF's actions continue to pose a high risk of mass atrocities.

Bellingcat has geolocated footage showing the fatal shooting of 12-year-old Rami Hamdan Al-Halhouli in Shuafat Refugee Camp in East Jerusalem. The boy was seen lighting a firework before being shot by Israeli police, who claimed he endangered their forces. The incident is under investigation, with Israel’s National Security Minister supporting the police officer's actions. Audio analysis suggests the bullet was fired before the firework launched. The footage and location details were corroborated through satellite imagery and other sources.

The United Arab Emirates is covertly supporting one side in Sudan's civil war under the guise of humanitarian aid, supplying weapons and drones to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and treating injured fighters. The operation is based in Chad, with cargo planes landing frequently since June. The RSF, linked to the Russian mercenary group Wagner, has been accused of atrocities in the conflict that has killed 5,000 civilians and displaced over four million people. Despite the UAE's claims of humanitarian motives, evidence suggests otherwise.

Open source intelligence (OSINT) is a rapidly growing field, projected to reach $35 billion by 2030. However, researchers in the Global South face significant challenges, including limited access to high-resolution satellite imagery, lack of street view data, and the removal of critical social media content. The security of these researchers is also at risk due to state-sponsored cyber surveillance and attacks. Training and education in OSINT are crucial but often inaccessible due to cost and time constraints. Recognition and mental health support for researchers in the Global South are also lacking, contributing to vicarious trauma and despair.

Political cartoons have been a significant medium for social and political commentary over the last 111 years, evolving in style and subject matter. From Benjamin Franklin's call for colonial unity to modern critiques of political figures and policies, these cartoons have captured public sentiment and influenced political dialogue. The article highlights notable cartoons and their historical contexts, including opposition to the Roman Catholic Church, critiques of U.S. immigration policies, and commentary on major events like World War I, the Great Depression, and the Cold War. The role of political cartoons in shaping public opinion and reflecting societal issues remains crucial, as evidenced by their continued relevance in contemporary political discourse.