politics
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Women Working in the Shadows Promote Equality and Transform Society in Morocco
Women work quietly in associations, promoting justice and gender equality, creating gradual yet meaningful social change from individual awareness to society
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Toward an Inclusive Constitution… Empowering Women and Protecting Their Role in Syrian Decision-Making
Enshrining women’s rights in the upcoming Syrian constitution is vital to preserving their achievements, strengthening their political, social, and economic participation, and preventing regression into restrictive traditional norms.
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Iraqi Activists Call for De-escalation and Prioritizing the Language of Dialogue
Women have paid the biggest price as a result of the conflicts in the Middle East, as Iraqi women affirmed that this increases suffering and limits the role of women in building peace.
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The Autonomous Administration Experience in Jazira Region: A Democratic Model of Multiple Nationalities and Cultures
In the Jazira Region of Rojava, the experience of the democratic autonomous administration manifests as a practical model that rejects centralism and opens the way for society to govern itself freely and justly.
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Yazidi women, recalling genocide, fear ISIS return and tragedy's repeat
Amid regional security shifts and changing control of prisons, Yazidis, especially women, fear a repeat of 2014's mass killings and enslavement.
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The International Vacuum in Syria: A Breeding Ground for Mass Atrocities Against Civilians
As violations continue across North and East Syria and no credible international deterrent in place, fears are growing that the situation could evolve into an arena for large-scale crimes civilians.
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Three ministerial portfolios… is this the beginning of reaping the fruits of woman’s struggles?
Due to Yemeni women's struggle for decision-making roles, three have been appointed to sovereign ministries, but this remains below the 30% target advocated internationally.
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The Association of Women with Disabilities… A Voice Demanding Rights and Social Inclusion
The Association of Women with Disabilities in Sudan’s Northern State includes 30 women, a group facing double violence as a result of the conflict.
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Iraqi Women’s Network Warns of Decline in Women’s Rights
Iraqi women’s rights have sharply declined, with new laws threatening family stability, social cohesion, and fundamental protections and equality nationwide.
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Listening as a Forgotten Right… How Do Moroccan Women Reclaim Their Voices Before Justice?
In a society that sometimes imposes its silent judgment on women, listening becomes more than merely hearing; it is a fundamental human right that precedes any legal or social process.
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Will the second phase of the ceasefire in Gaza achieve peace, or reproduce the crisis?
The second phase of the ceasefire aims to reassure Gaza’s residents and the international community about its continuity; however, internally, it could become a challenging and complex stage to manage.
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Southern Yemen: Regional Power Struggles and Political Leverage
Yemen’s political landscape is shifting through overlapping local dynamics, with analysts saying southern developments reflect external arrangements reshaping the country’s political and security scene.
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Presidential Candidate Amira Jaber: I Seek to Break the Quota System and Strengthen the Role of Women
Amid political complexity and sectarian power-sharing, activist Amira Jaber says her presidential candidacy rests on a constitutional right, joining a crowded race of 81 contenders, including four women, nationwide elections.
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Yemeni Women’s Union: 2025, a Year Without Political Gains for Women
Despite political and economic challenges in Yemen during 2025, women remained excluded from decision-making, while civil society organizations provided support and empowerment amid violence and weakening protections for women’s rights.
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Kurdish Women Between Assassination and Resistance… A Struggle That Never Fades
Thirteen years after the assassination of Kurdish women politicians in Paris, the perpetrators remain unknown, while Kurdish women and journalists continue striving to uncover the truth and defend women’s rights.
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Sama Bakkdash: Syria’s Stability Collides with Regional and International Interests
Syria faces a critical phase where regional and international interventions intersect with internal fragility, making inclusive political dialogue essential to reflect people’s aspirations and achieve security, stability, and sustainable development.
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“Violations Strip the Truce of Its Substance While Keeping It Formally in Place with the International Community”
Israeli forces continue to violate the ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, as areas east of Gaza City witness building demolitions, artillery shelling, and continuous gunfire.
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The Yellow Line and “Green Rafah”: Projects Redrawing Gaza’s Borders
Political researcher Jowan Saleh confirms that the “Green Rafah” project reflects a vague and alarming vision for the future of Gaza’s population rather than offering realistic solutions.
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Political Violence and the Reshaping of Society in Gaza
Women are among the most affected during war yet excluding them from negotiations deepens their suffering. In Gaza, women bear the heaviest cost of genocide, while men dominate discussions and lead current calls for solutions.
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The co-chair system corrects a long history of unilateral decision-making
The co-chair system constitutes a progressive governance model that enhances women’s participation in decision-making, challenges entrenched patriarchal norms, and lays the foundation for balanced partnership in North and East Syria.