A Hard Life Cut Short in Syria
Qamar’s life can be summed up in a few words – patience, sacrifice, and generosity.
IWPR Women's Blog Contributor Killed in Rocket Attack
Displaced and bereaved, Qamar kept herself and her family going.
A Friendship Torn Apart in Syria
Detention by the security forces scars individuals and their relationships.
Syria: When No News is Bad News
"Something inside me refuses to believe that Ismail is gone. I live in hope that some day he will be released."
Shortages Force Aleppo Medical Centres to Close
Handful of medics and volunteers fight to keep healthcare provision going.
Armenia, Russia in New Air Defence Deal
Russia’s desire to increase its military role in Armenian airspace may be connected to differences with Turkey on Syria.
Uzbekistan's Evolving Response to Afghan, Islamic State Risks
Tashkent likely to be more amenable to regional security cooperation, but may still shun formal defence pact.
Syria: The Dressmaker's Daughter
A young woman's outspoken courage costs her her life.
Syria's Rebellious Women
Documentaries follow individuals who are determined to make a difference in the face of impossible odds.
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Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
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Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.