Conflict

After opposition forces seized several key Syrian cities in a matter of days, former president Bashar al-Assad has fled the country and his regime has fallen

In this Episode of In Pursuit of Knowledge we ask why multiculturalism in Australia appears to be under significant strain, and what can we do to repair it?

Lunar New Year brings people together, but it’s the food that connects them

The real cause of Russia’s invasion is the special position that Ukraine occupies in Russia’s post-imperial identity politics

A new book explores the history and culture of Timor-Leste from the outside in, weaving together the past, present and future of an island divided by colonialism and conflict

Geographers don’t just look at maps of where COVID-19 is occurring, they ask why. Looking at the big picture and the factors driving trends can help us to better understand its impact

Security forces and health workers make for prickly, sometimes deadly bedfellows, but investing in partnerships could reap dividends in disease control

Opportunities for open dialogue are the key to healing societies

As the war of words between the US and North Korea threatens to turn into war, the Australian Government will be working hard to exhaust all its peacemaking options before entering any conflict

A view from inside the UNHCR: what is the reality of life for refugees and how does Australia’s response measure up?