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Women making history…the mother’s role in shaping the consciousness of leaders
In Kurdish and world history, great leaders came from mothers who broke submission, preserved identity and dignity, becoming a psychological fortress and source of pioneers and leaders in society."
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Sara Botan: Protection requires knowledge, organization, and deep awareness
Sara Botan, Shingal's Jinology Academy: Attacks on women are systematic, aiming to dismantle society by targeting women as center of power, organization, life.
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A writer from the era of light… I’tidal Rafi’ and her creative journey
I’tidal Rafi’, a key Syrian short story writer, offered a deep human vision of women’s and societal issues through dense, poetic language, becoming an influential female voice in Arabic literature.
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Iranian‑Afghan citizen faces a prison sentence of more than ten years
Zahra Mousavi, of Afghan origin holding Iranian citizenship, has been sentenced to ten years and six months in prison for her participation in protests, according to human rights reports.
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Internatiional warnings of imminent famine in southern Somalia
Two international food security monitoring bodies have revealed that areas in southern Somalia face the risk of famine, after one region reached unprecedented levels of hunger since 2022.
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Kurdish Language Day is an opportunity to intensify demands for constitutional recognition of the language
On May 15, Kurdish language Day, calls escalate for constitutional recognition amid Rojava Kurds’ struggle for their mother tongue in Syria’s constitution, as a fundamental necessity to guarantee Kurdish rights and culture.
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Sab’a Foundation concludes its activities by launching initiatives that enhance women’s role in development
In Taiz, Sab’a Youth for Development Foundation completed a four-month project: empowering women’s organizations in peacebuilding and recovery, developing capacities, launching initiatives to strengthen women’s presence in development and society.
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The rugged road of knowledge…from the ban to the master’s degree
Rabia Etou’s journey from displacement to graduation platforms is a living embodiment of identity’s triumph over attempts at cultural genocide, and a quest for self that began with a child’s curiosity and ended with an academic achievement.
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Arrest of a woman from Bukan raises fears of a new wave of repression
Security grip tightens in East Kurdistan amid sudden arrests. Iranian authorities detained Bukan citizen, transferring her to an unknown location without explanation, raising fears of a new wave of repression.
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More than 250 figures demand guaranteeing the "right to hope" for leader Öcalan
Over 250 politicians, academics, and civil society figures sent a letter to the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers urging implementation of ECHR rulings and Öcalan's 'right to hope.
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A new sentence orders an additional six months in prison for Varisheh Moradi
"Judicial pressures on Iranian political prisoner Varisheh Moradi escalated with a new six‑month sentence for 'propaganda against the system' based on texts she published on the 2022 uprising anniversary."
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The Kurdish language between the struggle for recognition and future fears
The Kurdish language issue sparks debate in Syria: residents demand official recognition and constitutional guarantee, while challenges leave Kurdish families struggling to preserve their cultural heritage.
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Behind the walls of Nangarhar… stories of women facing violence and deprivation
Nangarhar was once a center of education and enlightenment for women in Afghanistan.But now, women face violence, restrictioins,and harsh traditions, exacerbated by poverty and insecurity.
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The House of Women is a feminist project to resolve women’s issues and build a democratic society
Members of the House of Women in the city of Qamishlo,Rojava,affirmed that the House of Women will not retreat and will not integrate with any mentality that excludes women or diminishes their role.
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69 arvitaray arrests in Syria amid escalating security campaigns
Syrian Observatory for Human Rights documented 69 arbitrary arrests in Syria in under two months amid escalating security campaigns and fears of ethnic and political targeting of civilians.
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Deterioration of a female detainee’s condition in Evin Prison and continued denial of medical treatment
Reports from Evin Prison indicate the deteriorating health of Mahshar Barandain. Despite suffering from heart disease and having two tumors in her body, she remains deprived of specialized medical care, transfer to treatment centers outside the prison.
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European Court condemns Turkey in case of arrested Kurdish politician
European Court of Human Rights condemned Turkey for arresting Kurdish politician Ayla Akat Ata in 2016 without 'reasonable suspicion', violating her fundamental rights, including freedom of expression and liberty.
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PEN America report: Iran is the second largest prison for writers in the world
According to a PEN America report, Iran is the second largest prison for writers in the world,after China, especially following the increase in arrests of writers and crackdown after the 12-day war between Iran and Israel.
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Rufayda Al-Aslamia... the first nurse in Islamic history and an enduring legacy
Rufayda Al-Aslamia, first known nurse in Islamic history, an expert in surgery and social services, treated battle wounded and established Islam's first mobile healthcare unit during Prophet Muhammad's time.