5 stories for 2026-03-26 · Regional
One month into the Middle East conflict, all parties have demonstrated open disregard for international norms governing armed conflict. The geographic spread and rapid escalation of hostilities represent a critical test for international law.
Reporters Without Borders has documented attempts by multiple Middle Eastern countries to suppress media coverage of ongoing conflicts in the region. The organization criticized censorship measures and surveillance practices by authorities in Iran, Israel, Gulf Arab states, and Jordan, arguing that national security concerns cannot justify restricting public access to information about military operations.
The International Organization for Migration reported that more than 900 migrants were killed or went missing in the Red Sea during 2025. The report was released on Wednesday.
The UN High Commissioner for Refugees has urged donor countries to provide additional funding to address humanitarian needs resulting from conflict-related displacement in the Middle East.
Democrats are calling for continued unity to address escalating pressure to end a partial shutdown of US airports that began mid-month. The closure was triggered by objections to practices by a company referred to as "Ayes."