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Cruise ship battles rough Pacific seas to save injured, stranded sailor
A cruise ship reportedly battled rough Pacific seas to rescue an injured sailor who was stranded on a disabled vessel too far from shore for air rescue.
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최근 7일 기준 82,909건을 분석한 결과, 뉴스 심리지수는 50.2(균형)입니다. 긍정 4,113건(5.0%)·중립 76,837건(92.7%)·부정 1,959건(2.4%)이며, 중립 비중이 뚜렷하게 높습니다. 성향 지수는 종합 14.7(중도 균형)입니다.
A cruise ship reportedly battled rough Pacific seas to rescue an injured sailor who was stranded on a disabled vessel too far from shore for air rescue.
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Countries: World, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Haiti, Lebanon, Libya, occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Sudan, Ukraine Source: Insecurity Insight Please refer to the attached file. Aid in Danger incidents affecting aid agencies and their staff and impact on programmes Incidents of threats and violence affecting aid workers, aid delivery and aid impact supporting aid agencies in risk mitigation and safety and security measures when implementing programmes. The incidents reported are not a complete nor a representative list of all events that affected the provision of aid delivery. Insecurity Insight continues to update data and figures may change. Updated data includes new and historic reports identified in open-sources and verified security incidents submitted by Aid in Danger partner agencies. Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo 01 May 2026: In Mwenga territory, South Kivu province, an INGO team travelling between Mwenga, Kamituga and Kitutu on a humanitarian and medical needs assessment mission was reportedly stopped at a checkpoint by Wazalendo, despite prior coordination with authorities and health actors. Wazalendo members disagreed about the team’s identity and whether to let them proceed, causing them to open fire on each other, with the INGO team caught in the crossfire. The team were unharmed and continued their mission to Mwenga. Source: Actualité 03 May 2026: In Kalimoto rural locality, Lwindi chiefdom, Mwenga territory, South Kivu province, an INGO convoy travelling to Mwenga, Kamituga and Kitutu to assess humanitarian needs was reportedly attacked and robbed by Wazalendo militiamen during a humanitarian mission. Source: Actualité Sudan 02 May 2026: In Nyala city, South Darfur state, buildings near the offices of humanitarian organisations were damaged, and at least five people were injured, after a drone attack from an unidentified perpetrator**. Source:** UN News 04 May 2026: In Khartoum city and state, at an airport vital to humanitarian access, a drone from an unidentified perpetrator was shot down, leading to flights being cancelled. Source: UN News South Sudan 29 April 2026: In Walgak town, Akobo county of Jonglei state, food distributions were disrupted by renewed clashes in the area by South Sudan People's Defence Forces (SSPDF), and opposition groups, including the Sudan People’s Liberation Army in Opposition (SPLA-IO). Source: OCHA, Humanitarian Access Snapshot As reported 12 May 2026: In an undisclosed location, the RSF-controlled Tasis Alliance coalition government stipulated that international humanitarian organisations must register with it and open their headquarters in Nyala within 30 days, to operate under its control or else lose the ability to carry out any further activities in the RSF-controlled areas. The SAF rejected the proposal. Source: Ayin Network 12 May 2026: In Dilling city, South Kordofan, an unspecified number of volunteers and humanitarian workers preparing food for displaced people were killed or injured when alleged RSF and SPLM–North artillery shelling hit the vicinity of a market and bus station. Source: Sudan Doctors Network Europe Ukraine 30 April 2026: In Dnipro city and raion, Dnipropetrovsk oblast, a vaccination bus of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Center for Disease Control and Prevention, donated by the WHO, was destroyed while on its way to provide vaccination services by a Russian aerial strike. Sources: Public Health Centre of Ukraine and UN News 04 May 2026: In Dnipropetrovsk oblast, a humanitarian vehicle was damaged by a Russian forces strike. Sources: UN News 12 May 2026: In Dnipropetrovsk oblast, a WFP truck traveling in a convoy alongside two WFP armoured passenger vehicles, carrying a total of seven staff members, was struck by a Russian drone strike after successfully offloading food commodities in Zoriane and Slovianka villages. The truck driver was injured and taken to hospital. While immobilised, the truck was hit again multiple times by separate drones. All vehicles were clearly marked as UN WFP vehicles. Source: United Nations Middle East and North Africa Lebanon As reported on 12 May 2026: In Nabatieh city, district and governorate, two Lebanese Civil Defence paramedics were killed by a sequential Israeli drone strike whilst responding to a man who was killed after an Israeli drone hit his rickshaw near the Civil Defence centre. Sources: CBC, Middle East Eye and Quds News Network Libya On 11 May 2026: In international waters approximately 55 nautical miles north of Libya, the Sea-Watch 5 NGO vessel was fired at approximately 16 times by the Libyan coast guard after rescuing around 90 people. They gave no warnings prior to the shots and threatened to take the boat and the crew back to Libya. Source: EU Observer Occupied Palestinian Territory As reported 05 May 2026: In an undisclosed location, humanitarian facilities came under fire by unidentified perpetrators in two separate incidents. Source: UN News As reported 05 May 2026: In an undisclosed location, a UN warehouse was struck by an Israeli airstrike. Source: UN News As reported 05 May 2026: In an undisclosed location, relief vehicles were damaged when an unidentified perpetrator threw stones. Source: UN News Gaza Strip 29 April 2026: In international waters, about 1,111 km from Gaza, the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying food and supplies from Barcelona to Gaza was intercepted by Israeli naval forces at around 2100, using speedboats to encircle the humanitarian convoy and military lasers and weapons to subdue activists on board. Overnight and into the morning of 30 April, Israeli forces seized at least 15 of the 58 vessels and reportedly disabled the engines of several boats and abandoned them, leaving hundreds of people stranded. Source: Quds News Network 12 May 2026: In Beit Lahia city, North Gaza governorate, the area near an MSF team struck by two shells from an Israeli tank, injuring at least 12 people. The impact occurred around 400m from Al Tayeb Clinic. Source: MSF East Africa The Americas Haiti 10 May 2026: In Cité Soleil and Croix-des-Bouquets, West department, a security guard at an MSF hospital was injured by gunfire during armed clashes involving multiple unidentified armed groups. More than 40 people with gunshot wounds were treated there and over 800 displaced people sought refuge around the hospital. MSF suspended operations and evacuated its hospital following the violence. Source: MSF
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Country: Sudan Source: Qatar Charity Please refer to the attached file. Qatar Charity (QC) has implemented a project aimed at strengthening the resilience of vulnerable communities and supporting them through livelihood assistance, food security, and healthcare interventions across four Sudanese states: River Nile, Sennar, Al Jazirah, and the Red Sea. The initiative is funded by generous donations from benefactors in Qatar. During his participation in distributing food baskets to the visually impaired, physically disabled, and the elderly in the Singa locality of Sennar State, Musa Mohammed Mohammed Ahmed, Representative of the Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC) in the state, expressed the appreciation of Sennar's executive and humanitarian authorities to the government and people of Qatar for their continuous support in health, water, and food sectors. Launching the aid convoy, he called for the continuation of this support in the coming period. Vulnerable Groups For his part, Mr. Al-Rashid Mohammed Hussein Ayad, Head of the Blind Union in Singa Locality, stated that Qatar has never stopped supporting them during difficult times, highlighting its recent food aid aimed at boosting the resilience of the most vulnerable social segments, particularly persons with disabilities and the visually impaired. Meanwhile, Mr. Majdi Al-Tayeb, Director of the Al-Noor Center, expressed his gratitude to Qatar Charity for providing 100 food baskets to the visually impaired in coordination with the Humanitarian Aid Commission in Sennar State, adding, "We thank them all for their efforts, and may Allah reward the benefactors. Dr. Tariq Osman, Acting Country Director of Qatar Charity's Sudan Branch, stated that the distribution of baskets containing essential food items to the most vulnerable groups will continue. He noted that the project includes 3,130 food baskets, with 700 baskets allocated to Sennar State. Each basket contains 10 kg of sugar, 10 kg of rice, 10 kg of flour, 16 packs of vermicelli, 16 packs of pasta, 5 liters of cooking oil, and tea. The launch of the food baskets in Sennar State comes days after Qatar Charity’s teams distributed aid in River Nile and Red Sea states. This is part of a larger project to enhance the resilience of vulnerable groups across several Sudanese states, benefiting approximately 18,780 individuals across the four states of Red Sea, River Nile, Sennar, and Al Jazirah.
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Country: Afghanistan Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Please refer to the attached file. Cross-border hostilities continue to drive humanitarian needs in Afghanistan Cross-border hostilities between Afghanistan and Pakistan since October 2025 have caused significant humanitarian consequences, including civilian casualties, displacement and disruptions to essential services. Although a ceasefire reached in October 2025 temporarily reduced the intensity of hostilities, violence has continued intermittently in border provinces. Between January and March 2026, cross-border armed violence between Afghanistan’s de facto security forces and the Pakistani military resulted in 769 civilian casualties, according to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). This includes 372 people killed and 397 injured, among them 72 women, 554 men, 48 girls and 95 boys. UNAMA reports that the majority of incidents occurred in February and March, largely driven by airstrikes following Pakistan’s announcement of Operation Ghazab lil-Haq on 26 February. Airstrikes accounted for approximately 64 per cent of total civilian casualties, while the remainder resulted from indirect cross-border fire and isolated incidents, including the targeted killing of a humanitarian worker. Displacement and damage to civilian infrastructure Humanitarian partners estimate that more than 100,000 people have been displaced across Khost, Kunar, Nangarhar, Nuristan, Paktia, and Paktika provinces since the escalation of hostilities. While displacement has largely been temporary, affected populations continue to experience significant humanitarian needs. Assessments indicate that airstrikes or clashes linked to cross-border violence have been reported in 11 provinces. In addition, nearly 1,000 homes have been damaged or destroyed. Civilian infrastructure, including schools, health facilities and water systems, has also been damaged or destroyed. Approximately 19 health facilities have been suspended, closed or reduced to partial operations, limiting access to health care for an estimated 78,000 people. In the education sector, more than 13,000 students in Kunar and Nangarhar provinces have experienced disruptions. Access constraints and operational challenges Humanitarian access has been constrained in several affected areas due to insecurity, shelling, and road closures. In Kamdesh and Bargmatal districts of Nuristan Province, access to nearly 100,000 people was restricted for almost two months, limiting the delivery of essential services. The main supply route between Nari District in Kunar Province and Kamdesh District in Nuristan Province was closed due to ongoing hostilities, causing shortages of food, medicine, and fuel, and disrupting health referral pathways and humanitarian operations. On 13 April, the road was reopened following engagement by community elders from both sides and humanitarian actors. Since then, humanitarian organizations have resumed the delivery of food, medical supplies and other essential assistance to affected communities. Humanitarian needs and ongoing response Despite intermittent improvements and ongoing humanitarian response efforts, humanitarian needs remain severe across the affected provinces. Needs assessments conducted in affected areas have identified critical gaps in food security, emergency shelter, health services, nutrition support, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and multi-purpose cash assistance. The World Food Programme estimates that approximately 160,000 people in affected areas are facing heightened food insecurity. Nutrition partners have also raised concerns regarding acute malnutrition among children under five, as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women. Protection risks remain high in conflict-affected areas, particularly for women and children exposed to displacement, shelling, and explosive remnants of war. While the intensity of hostilities has fluctuated in recent weeks, the humanitarian situation remains fragile. Continued insecurity, restricted access and funding shortfalls are likely to sustain humanitarian needs in the coming months. Humanitarian partners emphasize the importance of sustained humanitarian access, the protection of civilians, and adequate funding to ensure the continuity of life-saving assistance. Floods in Afghanistan: Widespread destruction amid compounding climate risks Between late March and April, heavy rainfall triggered widespread flash flooding across Afghanistan, affecting 31 of 34 provinces, 165 districts, and 546 villages, approximately one-third of the country. The floods caused significant loss of life, extensive damage to homes and infrastructure, and major disruption to livelihoods, leaving thousands of families in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. Scale of impact and humanitarian needs An estimated 31,000 people (9,984 families) were affected by the floods across Afghanistan. At least 55 people were killed and 148 injured. In total, 7,751 houses were damaged and 1,731 destroyed, forcing many families into temporary shelter arrangements or unsafe living conditions. The eastern region, particularly Nangarhar Province, was among the most affected, followed by southern and western regions. Rural communities were among the hardest hit, with widespread damage to agricultural land, irrigation systems, and rural infrastructure further weakening already fragile livelihoods and food security. Beyond immediate shelter needs, the floods have significantly deepened existing vulnerabilities. Many households have lost both their homes and primary sources of income, particularly in rural areas dependent on agriculture and seasonal labour. Displacement patterns remain fluid. While some families have returned to partially damaged homes due to a lack of alternatives, others remain in temporary shelters. Access to safe water, sanitation, and basic services remains limited in several affected districts, increasing health and protection risks. Humanitarian response Humanitarian partners, in coordination with local authorities, have scaled up emergency response efforts across affected areas. As of May, 37,845 people have received assistance (including 22,821 people with food assistance, 37,536 with non-food items, 16,151 with shelter support, 32,473 with WASH assistance and 21,232 with cash assistance). Response efforts are ongoing, but challenges persist due to damaged infrastructure, access constraints, and limited resources in some of the hardest-hit areas. Funding constraints are also contributing to critical gaps in assistance, particularly in hard-to-reach and severely affected communities where needs remain unmet. Multiple shocks, growing needs The recent floods are part of a broader pattern of climate-related shocks affecting communities across Afghanistan. Environmental pressures, fragile infrastructure and climate change continue to increase exposure to disasters and deepen existing vulnerabilities. At the same time, prolonged drought conditions continue to affect large parts of the country. Afghanistan is facing its sixth consecutive year of drought-like conditions, with continued below-normal precipitation and higher temperatures expected into 2026. These overlapping shocks are compounding humanitarian needs, particularly in rural areas where households have limited coping capacities and depend heavily on agriculture and seasonal labour. Sustained humanitarian support remains critical to address immediate needs and help strengthen the resilience of communities increasingly exposed to recurring climate shocks. A small clinic Is a lifeline for remote communities in Kabul Province, but Its future Is uncertain For families in the Paghman district of Kabul Province, even the most basic health care is often out of reach, requiring long walks across difficult terrain, journeys that can delay critical, sometimes lifesaving, treatment for women and children. In these isolated communities, a small clinic supported by Johanniter International Assistance (JUH), with funding from the Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund (AHF) and co-financing from the European Union through the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO), has become a lifeline. The project focuses on underserved communities where humanitarian assistance is limited, and where internally displaced people, returnees and host communities face persistent barriers to health care. Through support to health facilities and outreach services, it provides primary health care, maternal and child health services, nutrition treatment, immunization, mental health and psychosocial support, treatment for common illnesses and health education. For many residents, the clinic is the only accessible source of health care. “This is the only clinic around here,” said Amina Noorzai, a nutrition counsellor who has worked at the facility for the past eight months with JUH. “Before this, people had to travel nearly 10 kilometers to reach another health center. Most families could not afford transportation and many women simply stayed home when they became sick.” Each morning, the clinic’s waiting area fills early. Mothers sit closely together holding infants as health workers move between patients, checking vital signs, providing counselling, and distributing medicines. Nearly 80 per cent of patients are women and children. For Amina, the work is deeply personal. One case still haunts her. “It was one of my first weeks here,” she said quietly. “A seven-month-old child came for growth monitoring and counselling, suffering from severe acute malnutrition and dehydration. Later, I learned the child had died.” The condition, she explained, was treatable — but the family arrived too late. “They did not know it could be treated,” she said. “If they had come earlier, we might have saved her.” Health workers say such cases are common in remote communities, where poverty, low literacy and limited health awareness often prevent families from seeking timely care. Many people have never received basic information about nutrition, hygiene or early signs of illness. As part of the project, health-care workers conduct awareness sessions to help families recognize symptoms early and understand when to seek treatment. “We try to teach people that diseases can be cured,” Amina said. “They should not wait until it becomes an emergency.” The clinic also provides mental health and psychosocial support, services that are rarely available in remote Afghan communities despite widespread trauma linked to poverty, displacement and years of crisis. “Many women come here carrying emotional pain that nobody talks about,” she said. “Mental health struggles are often hidden, but it is very important. We tell them treatment is available and they can come here for help.” Sustained humanitarian support remains urgently needed. In Paghman district alone, the closure of this Basic Health Center in 2026 will leave an estimated 12,000 people without access to essential health-care services. Without continued donor funding, vulnerable communities risk once again losing access to even the most basic medical care a gap that, in remote and hard-to-reach areas, can quickly turn treatable illnesses into life-threatening emergencies. “We hope this project continues,” Amina said. “These communities really need health-care support. Even basic services can save lives.” Months after the earthquake, families in Kunar continue still struggling to recover Several months after the powerful earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan in August 2025, families across Kunar Province are still struggling to recover from the disaster. While emergency assistance provided critical support in the immediate aftermath, many households remain without adequate shelter, stable livelihoods and long-term recovery support. For 35-year-old Abdul Majeed Khan from Gorbaz village in Mazar Dara, Nurgal district, the earthquake continues to shape every aspect of daily life. "It was around midnight when the earthquake happened," Abdul Majeed recalls. "We lived in a three-storey house. When we realized what was happening, we were all buried under rubble and dust." Within moments, the family home collapsed, causing devastating losses. Abdul Majeed lost his father and three of his children. He, his wife and his sister survived with serious injuries. Months later, Abdul Majeed still walks with crutches. "For the first three months, I could not walk at all," he says. Rescue teams reached the area the following morning and transferred injured family members by air to Jalalabad for emergency treatment. Abdul Majeed spent nearly four months in hospital and still requires follow-up medical care. Beyond the physical injuries, the earthquake caused severe damage to the family's living conditions and financial security. The family's five-room house, built over many years, was completely destroyed. "Our house was completely destroyed and nothing was left," he says. The disaster also wiped out the family's primary source of livelihood. Four cows that supported household income died when the house collapsed. "I had four cows, and all of them died," he says. Abdul Majeed's sister also sustained injuries that left her permanently disabled, adding further challenges to a family already coping with loss and displacement. Today, the family remains in temporary shelter under arduous conditions. Without permanent housing, livestock or a reliable source of income, recovery remains a significant challenge. Following the disaster, the family received humanitarian assistance including emergency shelter, food assistance, cash support and winter clothing. While this support provided essential relief during the immediate response phase, Abdul Majeed says families now require support that can help them rebuild their lives. "Families need long-term support to stand on their own feet," he says. He also highlights the importance of livelihood opportunities, including support for women, to help families restore income and strengthen their resilience. Across Kunar Province, many earthquake-affected families continue to face similar challenges. Although emergency assistance helped address urgent needs in the immediate aftermath, housing support, livelihood recovery and sustained assistance remain urgent priorities for communities still struggling to recover. For survivors like Abdul Majeed, rebuilding means more than replacing what was lost; it means creating the conditions for families to recover and move forward. UNAMA HUMAN RIGHTS MONITORING AND REPORTING | UNAMA Afghanistan Situation Update #4: Humanitarian Impact of Afghanistan-Pakistan Military Escalation (28 April 2026) - Afghanistan | ReliefWeb Natural Disasters Dashboard | ReliefWeb Response This story was produced with the support of OCHA Afghanistan colleagues at the sub-national level, Said Alam Khan.
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CHIEF of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir is embraced by Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni upon his arrival in Tehran.—AFP • Rubio says US in constant contact with Field Marshal Munir as the latter arrives in Iran • Notes ‘some progress’ made but insists more work needed • US considers ‘Plan B’ with willing Nato countries over Hormuz • Iran rules out deal if US demands handover of enriched uranium • Qatar joins mediation push in coordination with US • UAE says Iran’s N-programme now top concern ISLAMABAD: Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir reached Tehran on Friday as efforts to broker an interim understanding between the United States and Iran entered a decisive phase amid cautious hopes that a fragile ceasefire around the Persian Gulf could be stabilised before tensions spiral again. The visit came at a time when negotiations appeared to have moved beyond political signalling into detailed bargaining over a narrow interim framework dealing with the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions relief and guarantees against renewed military action. Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said Field Marshal Munir had travelled to Tehran “as part of ongoing mediation efforts”. “On arrival, he was received and warmly welcomed by Iranian Minister for Interior Eskandar Momeni. Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi was also present at the reception,” it said. Mr Naqvi had remained in Tehran after earlier consultations with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Interior Minister Momeni. Diplomatic sources said Field Marshal Munir’s presence indicated movement from exploratory diplomacy towards strategic-level bargaining focused on escalation control, maritime security and possible guarantees linked to a phased arrangement. The mediation process around Tehran has widened over the past 48 hours. Qatar also dispatched a negotiating team to the Iranian capital in coordination with the United States, while Saudi Interior Minister Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Saud spoke to Mr Naqvi in Tehran. An Iranian diplomat in China also praised Beijing for presenting a peace initiative during the war “with the support of Pakistan”. Regional diplomats also pointed to signs of softer Emirati messaging in favour of de-escalation and uninterrupted maritime trade. Pakistan is also expected to remain in close touch with China, which analysts believe prefers indirect involvement through Islamabad rather than overt mediation. ‘Primary interlocutor’ US Secretary of State Marco Rubio also praised Pakistan’s mediation role, describing it as Washington’s “primary interlocutor” in the talks. “The primary interlocutor on this has been Pakistan and continues to be, and they’ve done an admirable job,” Fox News quoted him as saying. He also referred to Field Marshal Asim Munir’s Tehran visit, saying Washington was in “constant communication” with him at the highest levels. “We’re in constant communication with him, and the highest levels of our government are constantly talking to him,” Rubio said. Diplomats said the evolving process increasingly resembled a phased stabilisation effort rather than negotiations on a comprehensive settlement. Current discussions are believed to revolve around an interim arrangement involving a formal ceasefire extension, phased sanctions relief, freedom of navigation guarantees in the Strait of Hormuz and a structured timeline for follow-on negotiations. The hardest disputes, however, remain unresolved. Washington is pressing for immediate movement on Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile and wider nuclear restrictions, while Tehran is seeking a trust-building period before entering binding commitments. Iran, however, insisted that the uranium issue remained a major obstacle. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said any demand for Tehran to hand over its highly enriched uranium to the United States was a “non-starter”, Al Jazeera reported, citing IRNA. “We cannot necessarily say that we have reached a point where an agreement is close,” he said, adding that gaps between Tehran and Washington remained “deep and significant”. Baghaei said the focus of the current negotiations was ending the war and that nuclear details were not being discussed at this stage. He also confirmed that a Qatari delegation was holding talks with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, while Pakistan remained the main mediator in the process. Military signalling has continued alongside diplomacy. Regional security monitors reported ongoing US aerial refuelling operations near Saudi and Emirati airspace, indicating that Washington was maintaining visible operational readiness even as negotiations accelerated. An Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander said Iran’s armed forces were “more prepared than ever before” and warned that if “the enemy makes a mistake”, Iran would respond “more forcefully and decisively than before”, Tasnim reported. Iranian officials have also continued to stress the need for guarantees against renewed attacks, pointing to deep mistrust despite active diplomatic engagement. In another indication that Tehran was resuming the dialogue process, Iranian parliamentary speaker Bagher Ghalibaf was reappointed head of the negotiating team, while Foreign Ministry spokesman Baghaei was named spokesman for the talks. Diplomatic sources said the overall picture suggested that while procedural gaps had narrowed considerably, strategic distrust between Tehran and Washington remained deep. “There is momentum and serious engagement,” one regional diplomat said. “But this is still crisis management under pressure, not reconciliation.” Rubio earlier said there had been “some progress” in negotiations with Iran but added that “more work” was needed. He reiterated Washington’s priorities, including preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, addressing its highly enriched uranium stockpile and settling the issue of future enrichment. “We’d all love to see an agreement with Iran and wish the straits are open and they abandon their nuclear ambitions,” he said. Reopening of Hormuz Rubio also discussed reopening the Strait of Hormuz with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and raised the issue during a Nato-affiliated meeting in Sweden. He said Washington preferred an agreement with Tehran but warned that a “Plan B” could involve Nato countries willing to contribute if Iran refused to reopen the waterway. “I don’t know if that’ll be a Nato mission necessarily, but it will certainly be Nato countries that can contribute to it,” he told reporters. Meanwhile, the European Union moved to expand its sanctions framework to target those it says have facilitated Iran in “threatening the freedom of navigation in the Middle East”, Al Jazeera reported. “The EU will now be able to introduce further restrictive measures in response to Iran’s actions undermining the freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz,” the European Council said, adding that the measures could include travel restrictions and asset freezes. US Central Command said American forces had redirected 97 commercial vessels and disabled four since the start of a blockade against Iran. A senior UAE official said the chances of a US-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz were “50-50”. Presidential adviser Anwar Gargash urged Tehran not to overplay its hand during the fragile ceasefire, saying Iranian officials had “missed a lot of chances over the years because there’s a tendency to overestimate their cards”. “I hope they don’t do that this time,” he told the GLOBSEC Forum in Prague. Gargash said the Strait of Hormuz, which carried around a fifth of global oil production before the disruptions, must return to normal and remain an international waterway. “Negotiations just to reach a ceasefire and sow the seeds for further conflict in the future is not what we’re seeking,” he said. He added that Iran’s nuclear programme had become the UAE’s top concern. “The Iranian nuclear programme was our second or third worry, now it’s our first worry,” he said. With additional input from Agencies Published in Dawn, May 23rd, 2026
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Cybersecurity consultants have never been more in demand. Information security analyst roles are projected to grow nearly 30 percent between now and 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. More than 15 million cybercrime incidents occurred worldwide in 2024, Statista reported. Data breaches are costly and pose direct safety risks. Statista reported that more than US $10 trillion is spent annually repairing the damage caused by cybercrime, most commonly phishing, spoofing, extortion, and data breaches. In one example in the United States, breathalyzer devices installed in vehicles became disabled, leaving hundreds of drivers stranded, as detailed in an IEEE Spectrum article. To help you acquire the skills you need to distinguish yourself from other cybersecurity job candidates, the IEEE Computer Society offers a “What Makes a Great Cybersecurity Consultant” guide. The 23-page PDF includes hard and soft skills you need, a list of certifications to pursue, and key IEEE cybersecurity conferences for staying updated on developments in the field. The guide includes advice from two cybersecurity experts. John D. Johnson, an IEEE senior member, is the founder and CEO of Aligned Security in Bettendorf, Iowa. Ricardo J. Rodriguez is an associate professor of computer science and systems engineering at the Universidad de Zaragoza, in Spain, who researches digital forensics and other cybersecurity topics. “Technology, remote work, and a shortage of skilled workers make this the ideal time to consider becoming a cybersecurity consultant,” Johnson says in the guide. “Consulting can give you the flexibility, variety, and control over where you want your career to go.” Hard and soft skills At a minimum, cybersecurity professionals should have a general understanding of IT including operating systems, communication protocols, network architecture, and programming languages such as C++, Java, and Python. They also should be well-versed in security auditing, firewall management, penetration testing, and encryption technologies. The principles of ethical hacking and coding would be handy as well. “To be able to defend a system well, you first have to know how to attack it,” Rodriguez says. The guide explains that there are now more technologies available to help cybersecurity consultants monitor threats and protect systems. They include security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) platforms, which automate workflows to collect security data, streamline incident response, and automate repetitive tasks. Rodriguez points to advances in domain name system security extensions (DNSSEC), which uses digital signatures based on public-key cryptography to strengthen the authentication of the domain name system. By validating data authenticity, DNSSEC safeguards against attacks such as DNS spoofing and guarantees that users connect to the correct IP address. Technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and quantum computing will increasingly be used to help thwart cyberattacks, the guide suggests. AI is expected to enhance the quality of data analysis, Rodriguez says. Although hard skills are important, soft skills are just as crucial, according to the guide. Critical thinking, project management, flexibility, teamwork, and organizational and presentation skills are essential. It’s not enough to be good at analyzing security vulnerabilities; you also need to clearly describe the situation and explain possible solutions. “Soft skills are important to achieve good team cohesion,” Rodriguez says, “because consultants often lead diverse teams from within their client’s organization.” “It’s essential,” Johnson adds, “that you demonstrate to clients you’re a team player and a capable communicator, and that you meet your commitments.” Security certifications Possessing security-specific credentials is a valuable way to demonstrate your expertise to potential clients, according to the guide. Because hundreds of certifications are available, Johnson says, pinpointing the most relevant ones can be challenging. Some people focus on theoretical knowledge, while others want to cover practical applications of technology. “Survey the industry and compare it to your skills,” Johnson recommends. “Decide what you want to do, and identify where you have gaps in your skills and experience.” Here are four of the nine certifications listed in the guide that are frequently cited as being important. All the providers are cybersecurity organizations. Certified information security manager. This globally recognized certification from the ISACA is for professionals managing enterprise information security. Certified cloud security professional. Offered by ISC2, this credential validates advanced technical skills in designing, managing, and securing cloud infrastructure. Certified ethical hacker. This certification from the International Council of E-Commerce Consultants (C-Council) confirms proficiency in using methods commonly employed by malicious hackers to detect vulnerabilities. Offensive security certified professional. A hands-on, 24-hour certification exam offered by OffSec covers practical testing skills. Additional industry-specific certifications might be required for organizations in finance, government, health care, or manufacturing. Sound general knowledge—backed by experience, training, and certification—is an essential foundation for being a specialist, Johnson says. Conferences and networking opportunities Events sponsored by the IEEE Computer Society can help you learn about the latest research and advancements in cybersecurity: IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy, from 18 to 21 May in San Francisco. IEEE European Symposium on Security and Privacy, from 6 to 10 July in Lisbon. IEEE International Conference on Cyber Security and Resilience, from 3 to 5 August in Lisbon. IEEE Secure Development Conference, from 14 to 16 October in Indianapolis. Conferences can give you insight into the field and let you do some networking, but it’s important to network elsewhere as well, experts say. Consider joining the IEEE Technical Community on Security and Privacy, which connects experts and professionals advancing research in areas such as encryption, operating system security, and data privacy. Learning and meeting people keeps your knowledge sharp and can lead to mentorship opportunities with established cybersecurity consultants, Johnson says. Other IEEE resources The IEEE Computer Society’s cybersecurity resources page offers a wealth of information including fundamentals, possible career paths, and standards development. To keep you updated on trends, the society publishes IEEE Transactions on Privacy and the IEEE Security and Privacy magazine. In addition to the guide, the IEEE Learning Network offers nearly 30 courses on cybersecurity. And you can find research papers in the IEEE Xplore Digital Library.
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