Israeli forces have escalated their offensive in Syria, targeting and seizing military sites across the country, resulting in increased tension in the region and raising concerns over potential wider conflicts.

Individuals held in a Syrian underground facility, described as a site of extreme suffering by Assad’s regime, experience a complex mix of hope and despair as efforts are made to free them from harsh conditions.

Rebels have taken control of Damascus, prompting Assad to seek refuge in Moscow after a swift and decisive offensive that marks the end of his decades-long regime.

A significant increase in the backlog of court cases has led to a sharp rise in victims withdrawing from proceedings, resulting in the collapse of numerous trials and raising concerns over the efficacy of the justice system in England and Wales.