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On 1 February 2021, the military launched a coup d'état in Myanmar. Within hours, General Min Aung Hlaing seized power and arrested elected leaders, overthrowing Aung San Suu Kyi’s democratically elected government.

Sudan Witness verified three videos charting the pivotal moment the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) took back control of Wad Madani. The SAF recaptured Gezira's capital from the Rapid Support Forces on 12 January, marking a significant gain in the conflict.

CIR verified five videos showing SAF or SAF-affiliated forces assaulting unarmed people in civilian clothing.

Directive threatens licenses of NGOs defying restrictions, despite informal exceptions.

Through this vast reporting of Sagaing, Myanmar Witness has aimed to emphasise themes and tactics that show extreme violence and repetition.

Investigators verified over 1,300 incidents in total, using digital investigation techniques to verify destruction, violence and visible casualties using footage and images shared online, satellite imagery and other types of open source material. 

Taliban blames “foreign countries” for aiding ISKP amid rumours of internal tensions.

Man lashed 80 times for false adultery claim as Taliban begin enforcing severe Sharia punishments.

New Taliban ban ends women's medical education, raising alarm over future healthcare for Afghan women.