Moral and ethical standards, along with social and family values, are declining rapidly in our society. Intolerance and criminal tendencies are increasing, while the traditional values and social bonds essential for raising children as responsible citizens are weakening. Alongside mainstream society, a parallel society of the poor has developed, most of whom live in slums. Continue Reading

The Middle East war is affecting regional and international economies. Disruptions to energy security and rising prices are hurting industrial production and fuelling inflation. The poor are facing increasing hardship, while few are spared the gas and electricity crisis. The biggest challenge, however, may be the threat to agricultural production, the country’s main Continue Reading