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
Middle East
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
“Armed Officers Are Everywhere”
Even in this situation, we still hope for a bright and free future for Iran.
6 Mar 26
“Why Did Iran Come to This Point?”
Sometimes I think how good it is that my husband passed away last year and did not live to see this.
6 Mar 26
“The City Feels Terrifying”
The question that occupies all our minds is: what is going to happen?
6 Mar 26
Turkey: Plaiting As Protest
Women’s willingness to alter their hair in solidarity with those suffering violence is “an alternative method of writing history”.
6 Mar 26
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