Ariana Yekrangi
2023
Person Of The Year
Mick Lynch Named as UN-aligned Person of the Year
Lynch's dedication to fighting against injustice has earned him widespread admiration and attention, with many hailing him as a hero for our times.
Raising Utopia: Brick by Brick
In this first issue of our new Utopia series, we will be focusing on world peace and democracy. Our main article is a quirky piece which postulates an interview with the representative of a more advanced civilisation; and within this setting, novel visions are juxtaposed to some of our pressing problems. Of course, our coverage does not end here. The January issue offers a wide number of insightful articles by Lukas Pfluger, Dinojah Patkunarajah, Partho and Pradeep Chatteree, Elvira Ineza, Omar Alansari-Kreger, Joe Wain as well as our literary article by Alex Liberto and our art piece by Carla Pietrobattista. The editors are Adrian Liberto and Ariana Yekrangi
Disease
The Fight to Eliminate Jiggers Disease - In Pictures
Joe Wain’s collection of photos portray the devastating effects of Jiggers Disease in Kenya.
Long Read
Chapter 1: Transcending the Moon, a Democratic Encounter
The first chapter will take you on a journey to discover a utopia where war is abolished and where facts are sacred. But the encounter will raise more questions than answers, as it challenges our understanding of war, humanity, and the future of our world.
Utopian Ideas from an Alien Society: Conversations with the Dengilauns
Ariana Yekrangi conducts an interview with a representative of a technologically advanced civilization, during which new perspectives are presented in relation to some of humanity's current challenges.
2022
There is citizen journalism and there is The Gordian Magazine
In a world that moves at a dizzying speed, sometimes towards the wrong direction, The Gordian has stayed true to its values, fighting for a better UN and bringing our readers the insights and information they need to stay informed and engaged.
Iran
The Iranian Government: How is it structured?
From the Assembly of Experts to the Guardian Council, learn about the complex process of electing the Supreme Leader of Iran, the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces and the highest authority in the country.
Iran
UN votes on a fact-finding mission into Iran, but don’t look at it too closely
The UN HRC approved a fact-finding investigation into human rights violations in Iran. However, the vote reveals three disturbing facts about the Council and its ability to protect human rights.
Enough is Enough: Time to Enforce Justice
Welcome to last issue of volume 6 of The Gordian. The main theme of this volume is still justice, but we will also focus on a fight for justice that is unfolding in front of our eyes. Despite the brutality of the security forces in Iran, protests continue to thrive and grow. The courage and defiance of women is inspiring, and their determination to stand up for their rights is a testament to their strength and resilience. This issue offers the usual mix of politics, interviews and culture by UN-aligneders across the world, including Carla Pietrobattista, Elvira Ineza, Partho Chatterjee, Ted Daley, Ayesha Dawood, Aryan Yekrangi and Omar Alansari-Kreger. The editors are Adrian Liberto and Ariana Yekrangi.
Iran
Revealed: Leaked file uncovers how the Iranian Revolutionary Guards plan to quell protests
Exclusive: A two-hour-long audio leak of a secret meeting between a Basij commander and news outlets reveals the regime’s tactics to suppress dissent.
Un Aligned
The Gordian Magazine introduces new series about ‘Utopia’
This month’s Gordian Magazine marks the end of volume 6 in which we covered various aspects of justice and its relationship to law enforcement.
Dismantling the war machine: Inside the October Gordian Magazine
The Gordian rolls on with its messages of peace and light and respect, but notwithstanding, the world seems to be getting darker and more troubled. Climate disasters are no longer the exception, while the threat of a nuclear apocalypse is more real than it ever has been. Giving in is not an option.
Iran
From Zahhak to the Islamic Republic of Iran: Has Ferdowsi prophesied the future of the republic?
In his national epic, the Book of Kings, Ferdowsi, tells us a story of a kingdom ruled by hungry snakes terrorising a nation. Little did the poet know that 1000 years later, his national epic would become a prophecy.
Dismantling the war machine
Welcome to the September issue of The Gordian. In this issue we are focussing on war. I was going to add “and the futility of it”, but ‘futility’ is far from the right word. No, war is not futile. It too is a nail, and allowed to be, it may well be the last nail in our collective coffin. This issue offers the usual mix of politics, interviews and culture by UN-aligneders across the world, including Ruby Goldenberg, Carla Pietrobattista, Katharina Wüstnienhaus, Victoria Davila, Partho Chatterjee and Nick Hautamaki, Usha Roopnarain and Omar Alansari-Kreger The editors are Adrian Liberto and Ariana Yekrangi.
Agm
UN-aligned Annual General Meeting 2022
We are pleased to invite you to UN-aligned’s 2022 Annual General Meeting. The Annual General Meeting is a special occasion for the exchange of information and discussion between UN-aligned members across the world. It is also an opportunity for you to express yourself and play an active role in the major decisions of the organisation.
Off with the head! Getting Rid of Phoney Justice
Executing a human being and punishments like solitary confinement are as coldblooded and premeditated as murder and torture can get.
European Union
The EU and Justice: Inside the July Gordian Magazine
A quick glance at what was inside the latest issue of The Gordian Magazine, UN-aligned's monthly publication.
European Union
Justice across the EU: 6 ways the EU ensures fairness
Here’s a look over the five key judicial branches of the European Union and how they are safeguarding justice across the block.
European Union
Ukraine and Moldova's EU candidacy status… beneficial?
The European Union recently granted applicant status to Ukraine and Moldova. If approved, its many benefits, even rivalling NATO’s, include deterring Russia’s war machine. Here are some key questions surrounding the topic.
EU's Struggle with Justice: Is the Cart Before the Horse?
Criticising the European Union as a callous and exclusive gentlemen's club that has created a Golden Curtain against outsiders, the July issue of The Gordian focuses on the state of justice across the bloc.
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