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In the early hours of 6 February 2023, the southern regions of Turkey and the northern and western regions of Syria were struck with a devastating earthquake of magnitude 7.8. Shortly after, another quake of nearly the same magnitude destroyed an area the size of Germany north of the original site. This incident was one of the most impactful disasters to strike the region, with a concerningly high death toll and number of missing persons. The damages that occurred overwhelmed the governments of the respective countries, even more so with the humanitarian crises that already plagued the region. In no more than 350-400 words, write a report detailing the events of 6 February, what shortcomings were observed during and after the earthquake, and the economic, political and social crisis that followed in the affected regions.

In recent decades, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has emerged as the world’s largest producer of cobalt, a critical mineral used in the manufacturing of rechargeable batteries for smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles. However, behind this global supply lies the deeply troubling reality of the widespread use of child labour and exploitative working conditions in artisanal cobalt mines. Thousands of miners, including children as young as seven, work in hazardous environments without proper safety equipment, often for meagre wages. Reports by human rights organizations have documented long hours, toxic exposure, frequent accidents, and even deaths in these mines. The exploitation is fueled by high global demand, weak labour regulations, widespread poverty, and the presence of armed groups that control or profit from mining operations. While multinational companies rely on cobalt for technological innovation, they face increasing scrutiny over their supply chains and ethical responsibility.
In no more than 400 words, write an article that examines the historical and economic context of cobalt mining in the DRC, focusing on how global demand and local conditions contribute to modern slavery in the industry.