Iran War Threatens Syria’s Fragile Recovery
Regional escalations strain already acute economic, social and political tensions.
1 Apr 26
Middle East
Iran: “Even Hope Is Uncertain”
A writer returns to find his home town shaken by explosions, fear and dissent.
23 Mar 26
Iran Shockwaves Spread
In this week’s update, read about the global impact of the Iran war as hostilities continue.
20 Mar 26
Iran War Deepens Gaza Crisis
The ongoing conflict has made a dire humanitarian situation even worse, amid sharp restrictions on aid and repeated supply disruptions.
20 Mar 26
Hope and Fear Among Iranians in Turkey
For many, the crisis is shaped by bitter arguments over what kind of change - if any - should come next.
20 Mar 26
Weaponising Digital Space in War
The Iran conflict shows how easily state actors and armed groups alike exploit violence to attack critical voices.
17 Mar 26
Lebanon: Dancing with the Coffins
“We Lebanese are often praised for our resilience. But that should not mean accepting endless suffering.”
13 Mar 26
Iran: Regional Chaos Spreads
In this week’s update, hear from IWPR staff in the Middle East on the impact of the Iran war across the region.
13 Mar 26
After Khamenei: Iran’s Uncertain Future
We are witnessing a political system confronting unprecedented shock while leaning on long-standing survival mechanisms.
9 Mar 26
Voices From Tehran
In this week’s update, hear from women in Tehran on the devastating impact of the ongoing war.
6 Mar 26
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