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From Egypt to the Middle East... Jineology Center Presents a New Research Vision for Women's and Social Issues
The Jineology Center promotes an open, collaborative research approach to examine women's and social issues through a scientific perspective, addressing the Middle East's evolving challenges while fostering regional dialogue and knowledge.
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Rising Cases of Scabies and Leishmaniasis in Kobani During the Summer Season
Mashta Al-Nour Clinic in Kobani provides free treatment for seasonal infectious and skin diseases as the city experiences a widespread summer outbreak of scabies and leishmaniasis among local residents.
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More than 5,500 children flee violence in North Kordofan
Thousands of children in El Obeid face severe humanitarian crises, lacking education, healthcare, and clean water due to displacement and aid restrictions, increasing risks of disease and violence.
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Reports: Drought and Discrimination in Tehran Prison Exacerbate Prisoners' Suffering
Acute water shortages, scabies outbreaks, and facility disparities in Tehran's Great Prison highlight Iran's critical prison conditions violating prisoners' rights and dignity.
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Kidnapping and Sexual Assault Revive Debate Over Violence Against Women in Morocco
Casablanca’s kidnapping and sexual assault case involving a woman has reignited debate over violence against women, highlighting concerns about gender-based violence and the effectiveness of protection and response mechanisms.
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Shahida Marouf: Writing as a Space for Defending Women and Identity
Kurdish women writers increasingly document community issues and highlight women’s experiences through literary and journalistic works, addressing social and cultural challenges while promoting awareness of rights, identity, and culture.
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Testimonies: Continued Looting of Archaeological Sites in Afrin Since 2018 Raises Concerns Over Cultural Heritage
According to testimonies from Afrin residents, historical sites have faced illegal excavations and artifact looting since 2018, raising growing concerns over the destruction and loss of the region's cultural heritage.
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Marrakech Folk Arts Festival concluded, highlighting women's notable presence in Moroccan heritage.
The 22nd Marrakech Folk Arts Festival concluded, drawing large crowds to diverse Moroccan folklore performances that highlighted women's prominent role in reflecting regional cultural identity.
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Jin: A Story of the Body, Memory, and Women's Experience in Kurdish Cinema
Jin, directed by Leila Bagh Pira and Burhan Ahmadi, explores women's experiences through an experimental lens, examining the body, identity, and memory while amplifying female voices often absent from traditional Kurdish cinema.
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UNICEF reveals that 300 children were killed in Sudan in six months
Escalating drone attacks in Sudan killed over 300 children in six months, worsening their suffering and prompting UNICEF to warn of expanding violence and displacement.
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A report documents the deaths of 303 children in Türkiye over five months.
A FİSA Child Rights Center report highlights serious protection policy gaps in Turkey, documenting hundreds of preventable child deaths during the first five months of the year.
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Yazidi Teachers Build a New Life Through Komun and Jineology Lessons
Yazidi teachers received seven days of training in the fields of communal life and jineology (women's science), affirming that they will begin by educating themselves first, then their children.
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Gaza is under continuous bombardment amid UN warnings of an imminent humanitarian catastrophe
Gaza faces escalating Israeli raids with casualties as UNICEF warns of children's catastrophic daily suffering amid displacement and severe supply shortages.
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Kurdish Director Wins Two Prominent Awards, Bringing Cinema Back to the International Stage
"Jin," directed by Laila Bagh Bera and Burhan Ahmadi, won Best Screenplay and Best Actor at Birmingham Kurdish Film Festival, affirming Kurdish cinema's global presence.
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Taliban arrests turn homes into prisons and exacerbate psychological crises
The Taliban's arrest campaigns against women accused of "wearing the hijab " With fear, leading many to curtail their educational and social activities and turning their homes into active prisons.
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Official Media Marginalizes Women in Syria… While Alternative Media Become a Window to Amplify their Voices
In Syria’s critical phase, official media marginalizes women’s voices, pushing them social media as an alternative space to express their views and concerns.
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Sudan Doctors: Cholera and Measles Threaten Thousands of Children in North Kordofan
Sudan Doctors warn cholera and measles threaten 200,000 people, including thousands of children, in North Kordofan amid severe medicine and food shortages.
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"Fatima and the Coffee"… The Story of a Yemeni Woman Confronting Climate Challenges to Protect the Coffee Tree
"Fatima and the Coffee" highlights rural women's environmental role and Yemeni coffee's value, earning a special mention at Alexandria's Green Cinema Festival.
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Semi-Annual Report Documents the Killing of 276 Women and Children in Syria
Syrian Observatory report: 276 women and children killed in first half of 2026, highlighting escalating violence and worsening violations across Syria.
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UN Warns of New Humanitarian Catastrophe in El Obeid
A humanitarian catastrophe unfolds in Sudan's El Obeid as UN warns of executions, torture, siege, water shortages, and airstrikes by Rapid Support Forces.