The Pacific Islands' voting patterns on Palestinian self-determination reveal the complex interplay of geopolitics, development incentives, and shifting religious dynamics. The rise of Evangelism, intertwined with Christian Zionist theology, has increasingly influenced foreign policy decisions, underscoring the cultural and demographic transformations shaping the region's stance on global issues.

Last month in October, Mozambique once again went to the polls to elect a new president and parliament that will rule the country for the next five years. Since winning its independence through the 11-year Mozambican War for Independence in 1975, the ruling party—the Frente de Libertação de Moçambique (FRELIMO)—has dominated every election.

Conflicts across the globe illustrate the devastating humanitarian consequences when urban areas become theatres of war. The use of explosive weapons in these environments carries numerous implications for civilians, including children. What is being done at the international level, and what further action can states take?