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Iraqi Women Media Forum affirms the importance of promoting press freedom and protecting journalists
“Iraqi Women Media Forum participants affirmed press freedom in Iraq still faces majör challenges: lack of deterrent laws, and social and tribal restrictions make their work even more difficult.”
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The Tunis Book Fair… children's gateway to reading and pleasure
The Tunis International Book Fair attracts large numbers of children and young people daily to help them realize the value of books and buy as many stories and games as possible.
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Report: Escalating cyberattacks target female journalists worldwide
UN Women report shows alarming escalation in digital violence against female journalists worldwide, warning that rapid AI development multiplies threats and psychological effects on women in journalism.
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KJK:Freedom of work is conditional on women’s freedom
On May Day, KJK affirmed that the struggle for work freedom cannot be separated from women's liberation: patriarchal and capitalist systems are fundamental obstacles to a democratic, just society.
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The invisible history of women workers’ resistance
“From the 19th to early 20th century, women were essential to the labor movement yet erased from official narratives. They protested and organized Collective strikes against low wages, harsh conditions.”
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Rhythms of “Hazar Daf” … the pulse of Kurdish memory in the Horaman mountains
“Through Hazar Daf, Palangan village reflects its ancient past: fire temples, bridges, fortresses, Kufic-script tombstones-landmarks bearing traces of multiple periods from the Median era.”
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“Equal pay for equal work” … women’s cry is renewed on May Day
"Vigen Çolakoğlu stressed that struggling for 'a dignified‑life wage, safe work, and union freedom' is their May Day core, and union organizing is the most important path to win rights."
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UN: Lebanon faces worst displacement crisis in its modern history
Lebanon is witnessing one of the worst waves of displacement in its modern history, as UN announced that the number of displaced people has exceeded one million, including more than 150,000 living in overcrowded camps, shelters.
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“NADA” Coalition warns of worsening conditions for workers on their International Day
“NADA coalition warned of rapid deterioration in working and living conditions, saying economic policies and armed conflicts have deepened social fragility and widened gaps among workers.”
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UN calls for immediate halt to executions in Iran
"The UN has renewed warnings about Iran's deteriorating human rights as executions, arbitrary arrests, and targeting of opponents and minorities increase amid the country's expanding security and military grip now."
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YPJ leader: Recognition of the Women’s Protection Units is a legitimate right for building a democratic Syria
Roxan Muhammad, the spokesperson for YPJ, stated that the YPJ is a force representing the identity of every woman, and enjoys moral, emotional, and methodological legitimacy within society, affirming that this is the greatest achievement.
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On the legacy of May Day… the struggle of workers continues
"Amid wars, poverty, and increasing rights violations, the working class’ struggle draws strength from historical roots, and May Day remains a symbol of workers' resistance, achievements, and pursuit of justice."
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Killing of female journalists... a practice that targets voice and truth together
"April saw an alarming escalation in targeting female journalists in conflict zones and tensions worldwide, as reports documented killings of women media workers while on duty or due to profession."
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Gaza...72,000 killed & warnings of a serious deterioration in humanitarian and security conditions
Five killed, dozens wounded in Gaza, says Health Ministry, raising attack death toll to over 72,000 dead and 172,000 injured amid UN warnings of serious humanitarian and security decline.
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Iranian unions reject the “Internet Pro” plan and describe it as discriminatory
In response to the class-based ‘Pro’ internet plan, the Iranian Bar Association and Graphic Designers Union fully condemned the privilege as discriminatory, contrary to equality, and refused to accept it.
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Solidarity messages pour in for YPJ as activists demand recognition
Human rights activist Sawsan Shouman stresses that the YPJ’s experience in Ronjava has proven women’s ability to play pivotal roles in defending land and human dignity.
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UNICEF: Sudan's children face acute deprivation as conflict enters its fourth year
"UNICEF has warned worsening humanitarian crisis in Sudan: five million children face acute deprivation as conflict enters its fourth year, forcing the first 'Child Alert' for Darfur in twenty years."
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Leila Bedirkhan: The Kurdish Princess of Ballet
From Istanbul to Cairo, then Vienna, Paris, Lelia Bedirkhan forged her path in the world of art to become a symbol of Kurdish cultural representation, drawing inspiration for her dance from a heritage of divers roots.
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A women's delegation delivers solidarity letters from the Middle East to the YPJ leadership
A delegation from the Jinology Academy in the Middle East delivered letters of support written by women from the ME to YPJ, in appreciation of their role in defense and women's empowerment.
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"Hunger threatens millions of Yemenis in complex humanitarian crisis"
Yemen once again tops the list of the world’s most dangerous hunger hotsports, after FAO included it among the five worst global food crises, as hunger spreads and living conditions deteriorate.