Culture Rape case against movie star Pejman Jamshidi rocks Iran: What to know The accusations against Jamshidi, one of Iran’s most famous celebrities, come amid ongoing discussions about women’s lack of rights in the country. Iran
Iraq hit by wave of political violence weeks ahead of national election Authorities work to step up security ahead of the upcoming vote, which could again be marked by low turnout amid widespread frustration with the political process. Iraq
Culture Turkish painter recasts traditional miniatures through lens of rebellion In works that stretch from refugee allegories to a digital Narcissus, Gazi Sansoy renders Turkey’s contradictions with wit and empathy. Turkey
Iran isn't actively enriching uranium but activity detected near stockpiles, IAEA chief tells AP Reuters
RSF’s el-Fasher takeover kills 2,300 in Sudan as UAE accused of aiding militia Videos coming out of the captured North Darfur city show scenes of brutal violence and devastation, with hospitals turned into “slaughterhouses” and civilians executed in the streets. Sudan
In Saudi Arabia, Sharaa hails 'historic opportunity' for Syria investment Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa touted investment opportunities in his country as he addressed business leaders and officials at the 9th Future Investment Initiative Conference in Riyadh. Syria
