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Iran: More than 2,000 protesters arrested, rights group says
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01/08/2026
January 8, 2026
Syria: Thousands flee Aleppo fighting between army, Kurds
01/08/2026
January 8, 2026
Saudi Arabia says UAE smuggled out Yemen separatist leader
01/07/2026
January 7, 2026
Saudi-led coalition strikes Yemen after STC leader ousted
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Reports & Analysis
Syria: Deadly Aleppo clashes raise fears of wider war
Syria: Deadly Aleppo clashes raise fears of wider war
As thousands flee amid fighting between Kurdish forces and the national army, can international mediators deescalate?
Iran: A timeline of mass protests since 1999
Iran: A timeline of mass protests since 1999
Iran's theocratic regime has managed to cling to power despite several anti-government movements in recent decades.
Amid Iran's unrest, is Reza Pahlavi gaining support?
Amid Iran's unrest, is Reza Pahlavi gaining support?
As protests grip Iran, some activists are calling for the return of the exiled crown prince. But how influential is he?
Maduro's capture in Venezuela sends warning signal to Iran
Maduro's capture in Venezuela sends warning signal to Iran
The Venezuelan leader's capture is being closely watched in Iran, where nationwide protests are pressuring the regime.
Saudi Arabia, UAE and a new 'Cold War' in the Middle East
Saudi Arabia, UAE and a new 'Cold War' in the Middle East
A Saudi strike on UAE weapons in Yemen exposed major differences between the two Gulf states' foreign policy plans.
Are Trump's threats to Iran helping or harming protesters?
Are Trump's threats to Iran helping or harming protesters?
The US might hit Iran "very hard" if the regime escalates its crackdown on protesters, according to Donald Trump.
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In the spotlight
Iran on the brink? Key information about the protests
Iran has been gripped by demonstrations amid the country's economic crisis, with social discontent fueling open protest.
Female empowerment: Arab women rise to the comedy mic
More and more Middle Eastern women are thriving as comedians. Their success could be key for the next generation.
Iranian women unveiled: A shift in hijab enforcement?
Across Tehran, women of all ages are openly defying compulsory hijab rules. DW spoke with two young women in Iran.
The man saving Lebanon's cinema history, a poster at a time
Abboudi Bou Jaoude is saving Lebanon's cinematic heritage in an archive that's emotional for many.
Iran curbs women's rights further by changing dowry law
Iranian MPs have pushed through changes to the dowry law, further weakening women's rights in the Islamic Republic.
Israeli family waits for remains of last hostage
The parents of Ran Gvili say the more than two-year wait for his return of his body has become unbearable.
