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Balsam Mustafa, The Conversation

Iran’s anti-hijab demonstrations are inspiring online protests across the Arab world

Women who use their social media accounts to reject the veil are often met with sexist attacks and threats that attempt to shame and silence them.

Balsam Mustafa, The Conversation
· Sep 28, 2022 · 07:30 pm
Ordinary Iraqis defy sectarianism after Islamic State’s attacks on Baghdad

As the Chilcot Report's release approaches, Iraqis are helping each other survive terror, insecurity and corruption.

Balsam Mustafa, The Conversation
· Jul 06, 2016 · 03:30 pm