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<title>ANHA &#45; : WOMAN</title>
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<title>Gulistan Klo: We will continue our struggle against all attempts to marginalize women</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star spokesperson Gulistan Klo affirmed that the current transitional phase and new integration efforts carry worrying signs of the marginalization of women. She emphasized that this trend poses a real threat to the gains women have achieved, asserting that their struggle to secure women&#039;s rights in Syria will continue. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:06:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>UN: Gender equality in leadership positions remains out of reach</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ A new UN report says women’s participation in leadership positions produces better outcomes in development, peace, education and poverty reduction, but equal access to decision-making positions remains out of reach amid declining funding and weakened mandates for institutions tasked with promoting gender equality. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:37:49 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Students and families demand education in Kurdish mother tongue</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Students and their families in the city of Tirbespiye have rejected a decision by Syria’s Ministry of Education to allocate three weekly lessons to teaching the Kurdish language, demanding that education continue in their mother tongue. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:56:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Tel Tamr Women’s Council: Kurdish Language is cultural, linguistic right</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Council of the Martyrs’ Families Council in Tel Tamr stressed that education in the Kurdish language is a fundamental right of the Kurdish people and an integral part of their identity, culture, and historical memory, emphasizing its rejection of any attempts to limit or marginalize the presence of the Kurdish language. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:39:16 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Language of education, its impact on children’s well&#45;being, achievement, identity</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/language-of-education-its-impacton-childrens-well-being-achievement-identity</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Writer, journalist, and behavioral disorders specialist Nisreen Matouk discusses the importance of educating children in their mother tongue, pointing to the psychological, intellectual, and educational consequences that may result from forcing them to learn in another language, and the impact this may have on their ability to express themselves, their academic achievement, self-confidence, identity, and sense of belonging. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>“Woman, Life, Freedom” is alternative to systems of 21st century</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-life-freedom-is-alternative-to-systems-of-21st-century</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star member Amina Ossi spoke about the impact of the “Woman, Life, Freedom” uprising, saying: “The philosophy of Woman, Life, Freedom is undoubtedly an alternative philosophy to the systems of the 21st century; a system in which women find themselves free and see themselves as an essential element of life.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian MP’s remarks on female teachers spark controversy</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-mps-remarks-on-female-teachers-spark-controversy</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Remarks by Syrian Parliament member Mohammed Ibrahim al-Zoubi have sparked widespread controversy among women and the public after he criticized the higher proportion of female teachers compared with male teachers in schools. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:47:34 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star: Comprehensive education in Kurdish language must be provided</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-comprehensive-education-in-kurdish-language-must-be-provided</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star called for guaranteeing the Kurdish people&#039;s right to education in their mother tongue and expanding the presence of the Kurdish language across all educational stages, asserting that mother-tongue education supports the building of a society based on equality, freedom, and respect. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:23:12 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Unbreakable resilience: story of Kobani’s women in ISIS confrontation  </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/unbreakable-resilience-story-of-kobanis-women-in-isis-confrontation</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Adla Bakr, a witness and participant in the Kobani resistance, recalls key moments from the battle against ISIS militants’ assault on the city around 12 years ago. She remembers how women and mothers stood alongside male and female fighters, helping shape a new image for the region one defined by resilience and resistance. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 02:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women demand respect for Kurdish rights</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star affirmed its rejection of policies and decisions that undermine the rights of the Kurdish people and other peoples of the region, and called on the Transitional Government to reverse decisions affecting the right to education in one’s mother tongue. It also called for independent and transparent investigations into the events and violations witnessed in the region and for those responsible to be held accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:05:07 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>inspiring success story of woman who turned her recycling hobby into unique works of art</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/inspiring-success-story-of-woman-who-turned-her-recycling-hobby-into-unique-works-of-art</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ An ambitious woman from the city of Amuda has embarked on a journey to develop her talent, transforming scraps of wood and discarded materials into beautiful artworks and landscapes. Her journey began with a hobby and passion and eventually led her to official exhibition platforms, embodying an inspiring example of a hardworking woman who creates her own success with her own hands. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities sentence detainee to death on political charges </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-sentence-detainee-to-death-on-political-charges</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Revolutionary Court in the city of Bandar Abbas has sentenced 32-year-old detainee Souda Ebrahimi Shamsabadi to death on political and security-related charges, despite the fact that she has been suffering from multiple sclerosis for six years. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:22:10 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star: Education in Kurdish language is fundamental and essential right</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-education-in-kurdish-language-is-fundamental-and-essential-right</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star affirmed its rejection of the Ministry of Education&#039;s decision to restrict the Kurdish language, asserting that education in one&#039;s mother tongue is a legitimate right. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:54:31 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdish students in Hasakah Insist on their right to continue education in their mother tongue</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-students-in-hasakah-insist-on-their-right-to-continue-education-in-their-mother-tongue</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Female students in the city of Hasakah have reaffirmed their commitment to their right to continue their education in the Kurdish language, rejecting the reduction of Kurdish-language instruction to a limited number of hours and stressing that this does not meet the needs of Kurdish students. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:58:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Newroz Association offers condolences on death of artist Gulistan Tahir</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/newroz-association-offers-condolences-on-death-of-artist-gulistan-tahir</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Newroz Cultural and Social Association in Lebanon extended its deepest condolences and sympathies to the family of the late artist Gulistan Tahir and to her colleagues in the artistic and theatrical community, stressing that her passing represents a loss for the Kurdish artistic scene and for theater, where she was one of its prominent figures. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:07:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities arrest mother of protest victim</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-mother-of-protest-victim</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have arrested the mother of two protesters killed during the protests in Iran, after she posted a video marking the birthday of one of them. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 12:56:13 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Students: “We cannot continue our education in another language”</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/students-we-cannot-continue-our-education-in-another-language</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ After 14 years of upholding and defending their mother tongue, students now face a new challenge that threatens their educational future following the transitional government’s latest decision to reduce the number of hours of Kurdish-language instruction. Female students said they would not return to school unless the decision was reviewed and reconsidered. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 06:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Displaced women from Serê Kaniyê demand return home before winter</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/displaced-women-from-sere-kaniye-demand-return-home-before-winter</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Displaced women from Serê Kaniyê have called for a safe return to their lands and homes, the reconstruction of their destroyed villages and an end to years of suffering in camps, where they face harsh humanitarian and living conditions, as well as a lack of stability, education and healthcare. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:19:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Rights advocate: Syria’s transition depends on recognizing women’s rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/rights-advocate-syrias-transition-depends-on-recognizing-womens-rights</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A Syrian human rights advocate expressed concern about the marginalization of key issues affecting women, stressing that the success of the transitional phase depends on constitutionally and legally guaranteeing women’s rights and strengthening their political participation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>For Feminism” Organization: women’s participation in transitional Govt. remains limited</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/for-feminism-organization-womens-participation-in-transitional-govt-remains-limited</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The “For Feminism” Organization stated that women’s participation in Syria’s transitional government and decision-making positions remains limited and largely symbolic, stressing that this level of representation does not reflect the capabilities and qualifications of women in Syria. The organization emphasized the need to guarantee women’s rights through a clear constitution and legislation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:58:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Teachers criticize limits on Kurdish&#45;Language education</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/teachers-criticize-limits-on-kurdish-language-education</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Teachers in the city of Hasakah have criticized the transitional government’s decision to restrict Kurdish-language education to a limited number of hours and confine it to literary subjects, stressing that the decision fails to reflect the sacrifices of the Kurdish people and contributes to restricting their language, identity and cultural presence. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 06:56:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star rejects restrictions on kurdish language education</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-rejects-restrictions-on-kurdish-language-education</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star has expressed its rejection of policies restricting education in the Kurdish language. It emphasized that while including Kurdish in the curriculum as a national language is a significant step, limiting instruction to just three or four hours a week—or relegating it to an elective subject—is unacceptable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:53:26 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syriac women pledge role in building Syria’s future</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syriac-women-pledge-role-in-building-syrias-future</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Participants in the conference of the Syriac Women’s Union in Syria stressed the importance of continuing the struggle and strengthening women’s role in society and decision-making. They expressed hope that the coming phase would improve the situation of women in Syria, ensure their presence across all fields and strengthen the organizational structure of Syriac women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Aug 2026 06:56:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Newroz Association in Beirut holds seminar on “Jineology”, role of women in society</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/newroz-association-in-beirut-holds-seminar-on-jineology-role-of-women-in-society</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Committee of the Newroz Cultural and Social Association in Lebanon organized an intellectual and training seminar addressing the concept of “Jineology” (the science of women), its origins and main areas of focus, as well as the reality of women, their role in society, and the importance of producing knowledge based on women’s own experiences. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:34:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Study in Qamishlo: Women express growing concerns over rights, protection</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/study-in-qamishlo-women-express-growing-concerns-over-rights-protection</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A field study conducted by the Rojava Center for Research on the Protection of Women’s and Children’s Rights in Qamishlo and its surrounding areas during 2026 found that the women surveyed viewed the economic crisis and recent political and legal changes, along with war, migration and poverty, as interconnected factors affecting women’s lives and increasing their concerns about the future of their rights and protection mechanisms. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:29:52 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syriac Women’s Union changes name to Syriac Women’s Foundation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syriac-womens-union-changes-name-to-syriac-womens-foundation</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Syriac Women’s Union in Syria concluded its sixth congress in Qamishlo under the slogan “Hand in Hand, We Build People and the Homeland,” with the participation of 255 members. During the congress, the union changed its name to the Syriac Women’s Foundation and issued a final statement. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:53:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syriac Women’s Union discusses women’s empowerment at 6th conference</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syriac-womens-union-discusses-womens-empowerment-at-6th-conference</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Syriac Women’s Union discussed mechanisms for empowering Syriac women during its sixth regular conference, held in Qamishlo, along with developing the union’s organizational structure and setting a work strategy for the next phase. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:11:58 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women in decision making ensure balanced decisions</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-decision-making-ensure-balanced-decisions</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Zahra al-Ali, co-chair of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) in the city of Hasakah, highlighted the importance of women’s active participation across various sectors, stressing that their absence from decision-making positions results in one-sided and unbalanced decisions. She emphasized that women’s presence and effective participation are essential conditions for ensuring the legitimacy and soundness of decisions concerning matters of vital importance. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 04:25:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ: Meetings with interior ministry to continue over completing Integration</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-meetings-with-interior-ministry-to-continue-over-completing-integration</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-meetings-with-interior-ministry-to-continue-over-completing-integration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The General Command of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) revealed details of its meeting with the Interior Ministry of the transitional government, describing it as positive and noting that discussions focused on the future of the units and the possibility of integrating them, in their specialized capacity, into the ministry’s structure. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:11:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Sources: YPJ to retain status as special units within interior ministry</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/sources-ypj-to-retain-status-as-special-units-within-interior-ministry</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/sources-ypj-to-retain-status-as-special-units-within-interior-ministry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ According to sources, a meeting between members of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) leadership and the interior minister in the transitional government ended at around 12:15 a.m. The sources said the YPJ will retain its distinct status as special counterterrorism units within the Interior Ministry, while discussions on the matter will continue. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:29:53 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Anticipated meeting between YPJ, Interior Minister</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/anticipated-meeting-between-ypj-interior-minister</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/anticipated-meeting-between-ypj-interior-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sources told ANHA that an anticipated meeting will bring together leaders of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) and Syrian transitional government Interior Minister Anas Khattab. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:43:54 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Escalating arrests, executions in Iran</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/escalating-arrests-executions-in-iran</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/escalating-arrests-executions-in-iran</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Human rights reports in recent days have documented a marked increase in rights violations in Iran, including the enforcement of flogging sentences against two Kurdish women, the arrest of at least 20 citizens and activists, and the execution of at least eight prisoners in several Iranian prisons. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:49:11 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Gulistan and Hero: Two women ever&#45;present in memory of their friends</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/gulistan-and-hero-two-women-ever-present-in-memory-of-their-friends</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/gulistan-and-hero-two-women-ever-present-in-memory-of-their-friends</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Gulistan Tara and Hero Bahaaddin; their memories are embodied sometimes in a photograph, sometimes in a moment of life, and they have become, forever, unforgettable. The world recognizes them through that photograph, their smiles, their gazes, and their loyalty, but ultimately, their names are inscribed in the annals of eternity. They became the voice of the Kurdish people, the voice of the women&#039;s liberation cause, and they gave their lives for this cause, becoming pioneers in the memory of their friends. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s empowerment, awareness Association in Swedia holds two seminars on women’s rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-empowerment-awareness-association-in-swedia-holds-two-seminars-on-womens-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-empowerment-awareness-association-in-swedia-holds-two-seminars-on-womens-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Two awareness-raising seminars organized by the Women’s Empowerment and Awareness Association in Swedia addressed issues of gender-based violence and laws that discriminate against women, with the aim of raising awareness of women’s rights and introducing ways to protect and empower them legally and socially. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:29:24 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Political prisoner begins hunger strike in Iran&amp;apos;s Vakil&#45;Abad Prison</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/political-prisoner-begins-hunger-strike-in-irans-vakil-abad-prison</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/political-prisoner-begins-hunger-strike-in-irans-vakil-abad-prison</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Political prisoner Mahboubeh Shabani has gone on a hunger strike to protest inadequate detention conditions in the quarantine of Vakil-Abad Prison in Mashhad, Iran. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 14:10:16 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YRJ pledges to continue legacy of journalists Gulistan, Hêro, martyr Najmuddin</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/yrj-pledges-to-continue-legacy-of-journalists-gulistan-hero-martyr-najmuddin</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/yrj-pledges-to-continue-legacy-of-journalists-gulistan-hero-martyr-najmuddin</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Press Union (YRJ) commemorated martyred journalists Gulistan Tara and Hêro Baha al-Din, as well as martyr Najmuddin Sinan, who were martyred in two separate attacks in 2023 and 2024. The YRJ said that free media has been and remains a target of forces seeking to silence free voices and obscure the truth, stressing that it will continue its mission of exposing the truth and amplifying free voices. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:49:23 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Hilal Zerin opens registration for the third martyr Berjin Festival</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilal-zerin-opens-registration-for-the-third-martyr-berjin-festival</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilal-zerin-opens-registration-for-the-third-martyr-berjin-festival</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Hilal Zerin Women’s Culture Movement, in cooperation with the Mesopotamia Democratic Culture and Arts Movement, has announced the opening of registration for those wishing to participate in the third edition of the Martyr Berjin Festival, subject to specific conditions. The festival is scheduled to begin on October 15. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Qamishlo Festival highlights women through poetry</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/qamishlo-festival-highlights-women-through-poetry</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/qamishlo-festival-highlights-women-through-poetry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Female writers and poets participating in the “Qamishlo Cultural Festival” portrayed the city’s history and cultural diversity through their poems, emphasizing the importance of highlighting women’s history, particularly the identity and experience of Qamishlo women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:38:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>IDPs women from Serê Kaniyê: safe return is our primary demand</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-women-from-sere-kaniye-safe-return-is-our-primary-demand</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-women-from-sere-kaniye-safe-return-is-our-primary-demand</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Displaced women from the city of Serê Kaniyê/ Ras al-Ain affirmed that returning to their homes is a fundamental right they will not give up, but only under safe and stable conditions, alongside rebuilding homes, reopening roads and schools, and ensuring suitable living conditions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Braids of Ashes…..”Poetry Born from Displacement&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/braids-of-ashespoetry-born-from-displacement</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/braids-of-ashespoetry-born-from-displacement</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ From Afrin to Shahba, and then to Qamishlo, an eight-year journey of displacement carried pain with it, but it did not break the pen of poet Norhan Hassan. From the ashes of the tents was born Braids of Ashes, the first poetry collection to document the experience of a woman who lived through displacement and wrote about it. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 06:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Lawyer Rania Arej: Missing persons, education and justice top women’s concerns in Sweida</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/lawyer-rania-arej-missing-persons-education-and-justice-top-womens-concerns-in-sweida</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/lawyer-rania-arej-missing-persons-education-and-justice-top-womens-concerns-in-sweida</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Lawyer Rania Arej assessed the situation of women in Sweida, highlighting the main unresolved issues and challenges, foremost among them the cases of missing persons and education. She also stressed the need to ensure justice for victims and survivors and to secure the safe and stable return of displaced people to their homes. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Autonomous Administration representatives participate in international seminar on women’s rights and protection </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/autonomous-administration-representatives-participate-in-international-seminar-on-womens-rights-and-protection</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/autonomous-administration-representatives-participate-in-international-seminar-on-womens-rights-and-protection</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Representatives from the Autonomous Administration participated in an international seminar discussing the status of women&#039;s rights, methods of protection, the development of legislation, and the promotion of equality within the family. The seminar highlighted the experience of the Autonomous Administration regarding family law and the social contract concerning women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:35:07 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star reaffirms support for Afghan women’s struggle against Taliban oppression</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-reaffirms-support-for-afghan-womens-struggle-against-taliban-oppression</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-reaffirms-support-for-afghan-womens-struggle-against-taliban-oppression</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star has declared its full solidarity with the struggle of Afghan women against the violations and severe restrictions imposed on them by the Taliban over the past five years. Asserting that these violations constitute a crime against human dignity, the organization called upon international institutions to break their silence and fulfill their responsibilities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:40:15 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Yazidi women document their culture through &amp;quot;Yazidi Community Archive&amp;quot; exhibition</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/yazidi-women-document-their-culture-through-yazidi-community-archive-exhibition</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/yazidi-women-document-their-culture-through-yazidi-community-archive-exhibition</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Participants in the &quot;Yazidi Community Archive&quot; exhibition emphasized that the event highlights aspects of daily Yazidi life and documents the details of their heritage and customs. They added that the exhibition plays a vital role in transforming oral narratives into a visual archive that will serve as a testament for future generations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:33:57 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>From thread to braids in green, red, yellow </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/from-thread-to-braids-in-green-red-yellow</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/from-thread-to-braids-in-green-red-yellow</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Among three threads — green, red and yellow — Siham Suleiman knows no meaning of stopping. She has turned her fingers into a small loom and the threads into braids pulsing with life. She weaves accessories that carry an identity and tell a story, so that anyone who holds on to their roots and takes pride in their belonging can carry that story with them. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Aug 2026 04:53:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Activists call for constitutional, legal guarantees for Syrian women&amp;apos;s rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/activists-call-for-constitutional-legal-guarantees-for-syrian-womens-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/activists-call-for-constitutional-legal-guarantees-for-syrian-womens-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian women activists and rights advocates stressed the importance of reviewing both past and current legislation and its role in protecting women, emphasizing the need to intensify advocacy during the transitional period to ensure women&#039;s rights are enshrined in Syria&#039;s new constitution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Woman dies by suicide in northern Jal Agha countryside</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-dies-by-suicide-in-northern-jal-agha-countryside</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-dies-by-suicide-in-northern-jal-agha-countryside</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Crime Prevention Center and Kongra Star in the city of Jal Agha reported a case of suicide involving a 48-year-old woman identified as (H. A. A.), a resident of Qastepan village, which belongs to Kishk town in the northern countryside of Jal Agha. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:48:26 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Afghan Women’s Freedom Movement: Women’s struggle continues despite Taliban restrictions</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/afghan-womens-freedom-movement-womens-struggle-continues-despite-taliban-restrictions</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/afghan-womens-freedom-movement-womens-struggle-continues-despite-taliban-restrictions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Afghan Women’s Freedom Movement stated that Afghan women’s struggle for freedom and justice continues despite the Taliban’s attempts over the past five years to deprive them of their most basic fundamental rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:47:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian women&amp;apos;s role, rights discussed at women&amp;apos;s council forum</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-role-rights-discussed-at-womens-council-forum</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-role-rights-discussed-at-womens-council-forum</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Council of the Democratic Society Movement (TEV-DEM) discussed the role of women in consolidating civil peace and shaping the future, as well as developing future visions for their participation in building a just, democratic, and secure society. The discussion concluded with a final statement that included a number of recommendations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:44:59 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ: Proposals to join Interior Ministry, meetings planned in Damascus</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-proposals-to-join-interior-ministry-meetings-planned-in-damascus</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-proposals-to-join-interior-ministry-meetings-planned-in-damascus</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The spokesperson for the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) Media Center, Roken Jamal, revealed that there are proposals for the YPJ units to join the Syrian Interior Ministry as an independent counterterrorism force, confirming that upcoming meetings will be held in Damascus in the coming days to discuss the issue and the proposals put forward.  ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:40:57 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Armenian Women&amp;apos;s Union: Syria&amp;apos;s future cannot be built without participation of all women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/armenian-womens-union-syrias-future-cannot-be-built-without-participation-of-all-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/armenian-womens-union-syrias-future-cannot-be-built-without-participation-of-all-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A member of the Armenian Women&#039;s Union, Hanaa Al-Hamada, emphasized the richness and diversity of Syria&#039;s social fabric, affirming that Armenian women are an integral part of this fabric. She stressed the importance of including Armenian women in shaping Syria&#039;s future, based on the principles of citizenship, equality, and the participation of all components of society in the decision-making process. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 02:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ: Recognizing Yazidi rights, autonomous administration ensure Shengal protection </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-recognizing-yazidi-rights-autonomous-administration-ensure-shengal-protection</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-recognizing-yazidi-rights-autonomous-administration-ensure-shengal-protection</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The General Command of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) commemorated the victims of the Shengal massacre, emphasizing that the true guarantee for protecting the Yazidi community and preventing the recurrence of such massacres lies in strengthening the system of democratic autonomous administration and officially recognizing the political and cultural rights of the Yazidis. It noted that protecting Shengal’s resistance and preserving its free will constitute a fundamental pillar for safeguarding the future of all free peoples. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 13:15:49 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YJŞ commemorates victims of genocide, pledges to bring back abducted Yazidi women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/yjs-commemorates-victims-of-genocide-pledges-to-bring-back-abducted-yazidi-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/yjs-commemorates-victims-of-genocide-pledges-to-bring-back-abducted-yazidi-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Units of Shengal (YJŞ) commemorated the martyrs of the genocide committed against the Yazidi community, reaffirming their commitment to continue the struggle to protect Yazidi women, preserve their identity and existence, and work to free Yazidi women who remain in captivity and reunite them with their families. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:52:31 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women reject verdict against fighter Çiçek Kobanê and call for her release</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-reject-verdict-against-fighter-cicek-kobane-and-call-for-her-release</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-reject-verdict-against-fighter-cicek-kobane-and-call-for-her-release</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women’s groups in the city of Girkê Legê have condemned the verdict issued against fighter Çiçek Kobanê, deeming it a violation of justice and international law. They have called upon human rights and humanitarian organizations, as well as the United Nations, to take action to overturn the ruling and secure her release. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:38:37 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women renew call for leader Ocalan&amp;apos;s physical freedom</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-renew-call-for-leader-ocalans-physical-freedom</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-renew-call-for-leader-ocalans-physical-freedom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the town of Garkê Legê affirmed that the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan is linked to the success of the Peace and Democratic Society process, stressing that he can lead the process legally from outside Imrali Prison. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:52:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian Activist warns of women&amp;apos;s marginalization, calls for greater role in decision&#45;making</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-activist-warns-of-womens-marginalization-calls-for-greater-role-in-decision-making</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-activist-warns-of-womens-marginalization-calls-for-greater-role-in-decision-making</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian activist Firoz Khalil emphasized that women will not accept exclusion from decision-making positions and will continue their struggle to safeguard their constitutional rights and strengthen their role in shaping Syria&#039;s future, calling for greater unity among women&#039;s organizations to confront violations and preserve their hard-won achievements. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:15:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>PYD women’s council condemns life sentence against fighter Çiçek Kobanê</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-womens-council-condemns-life-sentence-against-fighter-cicek-kobane</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-womens-council-condemns-life-sentence-against-fighter-cicek-kobane</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) in Girkê Legê has condemned the life sentence handed down by the Turkish state against fighter Çiçek Kobanê. Asserting that this decision is part of ongoing violations targeting women and female activists, the Council called upon human rights organizations and the international community to take action and exert pressure to secure her release. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:08:32 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>UN Secretary&#45;General meets representatives of 18 Syrian women&amp;apos;s organisations in Damascus</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-secretary-general-meets-representatives-of-18-syrian-womens-organisations-in-damascus</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-secretary-general-meets-representatives-of-18-syrian-womens-organisations-in-damascus</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres held a meeting in Damascus with representatives of 18 Syrian women&#039;s organisations. During the meeting, the participants presented a memorandum addressing the situation of women, the country&#039;s economic conditions, and issues related to justice and accountability. The document also covered recent developments in Sheikh Maqsoud, the Syrian coast, and Suwayda, while stressing the need to protect the rights of the Kurdish people and address the consequences of the Arab Belt policies. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:26:05 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women call for rights in Syria&amp;apos;s new constitution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-call-for-rights-in-syrias-new-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-call-for-rights-in-syrias-new-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Tirbespiyê affirmed that explicitly and permanently enshrining women&#039;s rights in Syria&#039;s new constitution is a fundamental pillar for building a democratic, pluralistic, and decentralised Syria. They stressed that they will continue their struggle and play an active and influential role in achieving these goals. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Director from Rojava uses theater to break silence on women&amp;apos;s issues</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/director-from-rojava-uses-theater-to-break-silence-on-womens-issues</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/director-from-rojava-uses-theater-to-break-silence-on-womens-issues</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Playwright and theater director Fatima Ahmed has chosen the stage as a platform to break the social silence surrounding issues affecting women. Through her productions, she sheds light on the causes and consequences of these issues while exploring possible solutions, driven by her belief in the power of art to inspire change and raise awareness. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Taliban raids rights organization, arrests several female members</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/taliban-raids-rights-organization-arrests-several-female-members</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/taliban-raids-rights-organization-arrests-several-female-members</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Taliban forces have arrested several members of the Women and Children Legal Research Foundation after raiding the organization’s office. The fate of the detained women remains unknown so far, while the foundation and human rights organizations have called on the international community to intervene urgently and pressure authorities for their immediate release. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:49:19 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s handmade products showcased in Suwayda to support economic empowerment</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-handmade-products-showcased-in-suwayda-to-support-economic-empowerment</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-handmade-products-showcased-in-suwayda-to-support-economic-empowerment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Housewives and displaced women took part in an exhibition in Suwayda, where they showcased a variety of handmade crafts and food products as part of an initiative aimed at promoting women&#039;s economic empowerment and encouraging small income-generating businesses. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:52:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Jazira Women&amp;apos;s Authority participates in Damascus seminar marking World Population Day</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/jazira-womens-authority-participates-in-damascus-seminar-marking-world-population-day</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/jazira-womens-authority-participates-in-damascus-seminar-marking-world-population-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Authority in Jazira participated in a panel discussion held in the Syrian capital, Damascus, to mark World Population Day. During the seminar, participants discussed young people&#039;s aspirations and hopes for building the future, as well as population issues and the challenges associated with them. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:35:32 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Contact lost with 2 girls after heading to Latakia University</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/contact-lost-with-2-girls-after-heading-to-latakia-university</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/contact-lost-with-2-girls-after-heading-to-latakia-university</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Contact was lost with two young women from Bustan al-Basha village in the Jableh countryside after they headed to Latakia University to take an exam, with no official information released so far regarding the reasons behind their disappearance or their whereabouts. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:54:26 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Ramziya Mohammed: with spirit of July 19 Revolution, women will continue for Syria&amp;apos;s future</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ramziya-mohammed-with-spirit-of-july-19-revolution-women-will-continue-for-syrias-future</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ramziya-mohammed-with-spirit-of-july-19-revolution-women-will-continue-for-syrias-future</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ramziya Mohammed has confirmed that the July 19 Revolution is also, simultaneously, a revolution of &quot;Woman, Life, Freedom&quot; since it shed light on the real essence of women as fighters who seek freedom. In addition, she stated that with the same spirit of struggle, women will carry on their way to build a new Syria in which both the rights of women and those of society are preserved. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s media marks 14 years of the July 19 Revolution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-marks-14-years-of-the-july-19-revolution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-marks-14-years-of-the-july-19-revolution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fourteen years after the July 19 Revolution, women&#039;s media in Rojava and North and East Syria has established itself as an influential force in the media landscape. Female journalists no longer limit their work to documenting events and reporting on women&#039;s issues; they have built a media framework that defends women&#039;s rights and strengthens their participation and presence in both the media and society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:03:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Armenian Commander: July 19th Revolution led to 1st Armenian Military Force</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/armenian-commander-july-19th-revolution-led-to-1st-armenian-military-force</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/armenian-commander-july-19th-revolution-led-to-1st-armenian-military-force</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ It is worth noting that an Armenian commander indicated that the July 19 Revolution witnessed a critical phase in the organization of the Armenian community in the region by opening the door for the formation of the first military battalion for the Armenians. The battalion was established to protect the Armenian identity and culture and the unity of the Armenian community and their women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:59:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Jordanian Writer calls for accountability over violence against Syrian women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/jordanian-writer-calls-for-accountability-over-violence-against-syrian-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/jordanian-writer-calls-for-accountability-over-violence-against-syrian-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A Jordanian writer stated that violations against Syrian women committed by law enforcement officials undermine public trust in the state. She argued that the persistence of violence is rooted in weak legal enforcement and the absence of accountability, calling for legal and judicial reforms to ensure the protection of women&#039;s rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>July 19th Revolution enabled women to build comprehensive women&amp;apos;s system</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/july-19th-revolution-enabled-women-to-build-comprehensive-womens-system</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/july-19th-revolution-enabled-women-to-build-comprehensive-womens-system</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During the July 19th Revolution, women succeeded in building an effective women&#039;s organizational structure across various sectors. Their role was not limited to participating in the revolution; they also played a leading part in driving the process of change. The adoption of an equality-based governance model, such as the co-chair system, alongside the establishment of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) and the creation of women&#039;s institutions and organizations, strengthened women&#039;s participation in decision-making and the protection of their rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K Star: Protecting women’s gains is responsibility for building democratic, pluralistic Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-protecting-womens-gains-is-responsibility-for-building-democratic-pluralistic-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-protecting-womens-gains-is-responsibility-for-building-democratic-pluralistic-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star extended congratulations on the anniversary of the July 19 Revolution, affirming that &quot;protecting the gains women have achieved through great sacrifices is a shared responsibility incumbent upon everyone striving to build a democratic, pluralistic Syria.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:46:42 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Girkê Legê: liberation of leader is prerequisite for success of peace process</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-girke-lege-liberation-of-leader-is-prerequisite-for-success-of-peace-process</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-girke-lege-liberation-of-leader-is-prerequisite-for-success-of-peace-process</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The women of the city of Girkê Legê stressed that the liberation of the leader Abdullah Ocalan is one of the most important steps in the success of the peace process and the resolution of the Kurdish problem. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:37:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Integration completed between Jazira Women’s Authority, Family and Population Authority</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/integration-completed-between-jazira-womens-authority-family-and-population-authority</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/integration-completed-between-jazira-womens-authority-family-and-population-authority</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The integration process between the Jazira Women’s Authority and the Family and Population Authority affiliated with the Ministry of Social Affairs in Damascus has been completed, as part of the implementation of the January 29 agreement on the institutional integration process between the two sides. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:08:02 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Calls for Syrian women to unite their efforts to secure their constitutional rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/calls-for-syrian-women-to-unite-their-efforts-to-secure-their-constitutional-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/calls-for-syrian-women-to-unite-their-efforts-to-secure-their-constitutional-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A number of women activists and officials emphasized the necessity of continued fighting by the Syrian women until they gain their rights in the new constitution, calling for women to join forces and cooperate to guarantee their rights and end the policy of exclusion and marginalization. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:02:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Meeting in Jal Agha stresses need to strengthen women&amp;apos;s organization, role in next phase</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/meeting-in-jal-agha-stresses-need-to-strengthen-womens-organization-role-in-next-phase</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/meeting-in-jal-agha-stresses-need-to-strengthen-womens-organization-role-in-next-phase</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A meeting organized by the Women’s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) in the town of Jal Agha stressed that the current phase requires strengthening women’s organization and unifying their efforts to address political challenges, while continuing to call for the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) to be recognized as a defense force within Syria’s Ministry of Defense. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:55:08 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Hilala Zêrîn launches cultural campaign supporting YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilala-zerin-launches-cultural-campaign-supporting-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilala-zerin-launches-cultural-campaign-supporting-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In the face of attempts to marginalize the role of women fighters, the Hilala Zêrîn Women’s Culture Movement transformed the artistic and cultural sphere into a new front of support. Through theater, music, and painting events, it revived the sacrifices of the fighters of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) and placed them at the center of public discussion. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Gerke Legê: women&amp;apos;s rights key to democratic Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-gerke-lege-womens-rights-key-to-democratic-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-gerke-lege-womens-rights-key-to-democratic-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Gerke Legê affirmed that enshrining women&#039;s rights in Syria&#039;s new constitution is a fundamental step toward building a democratic Syria based on justice and equality. They stressed that the sacrifices women have made throughout the years of war and struggle require constitutional guarantees for their rights and the protection of the achievements they have attained. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 03:32:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Participants in seminar: Women’s participation in decision&#45;making key to building democratic state</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/participants-in-seminar-womens-participation-in-decision-making-key-to-building-democratic-state</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/participants-in-seminar-womens-participation-in-decision-making-key-to-building-democratic-state</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Participants in a dialogue seminar stressed that building a democratic Syria requires the active participation of women in various areas of life, particularly in decision-making. They emphasized the need for any new constitution to guarantee equality and full rights for women and all components of Syrian society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:11:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Participants in Sulaymaniyah seminar: Women’s dialogue foster awareness of women’s issues in Kurdistan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/participants-in-sulaymaniyah-seminar-womens-dialogue-foster-awareness-of-womens-issues-in-kurdistan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/participants-in-sulaymaniyah-seminar-womens-dialogue-foster-awareness-of-womens-issues-in-kurdistan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Participants in a seminar held in Sulaymaniyah emphasized that such gatherings contribute to strengthening the female perspective on women&#039;s issues, enhancing the understanding of current realities, and analyzing developments across the four parts of Kurdistan. They also highlighted the prominent role Kurdish women have played in preserving the cultural and linguistic identity of the Kurdish people. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:24:15 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Qamishlo women call for lifting leader Ocalan&amp;apos;s isolation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/qamishlo-women-call-for-lifting-leader-ocalans-isolation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/qamishlo-women-call-for-lifting-leader-ocalans-isolation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in the city of Qamishlo said that the success of any peace process requires practical steps by the Turkish state, beginning with lifting the isolation imposed on Abdullah Ocalan and allowing his lawyers and family to visit him. They stressed that the continued isolation is incompatible with talk of peace and building a democratic society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Sulaymaniyah to host forum on “Kurdistan Geopolitics and Women’s Status” </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/sulaymaniyah-to-host-forum-on-kurdistan-geopolitics-and-womens-status</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A forum titled &quot;The Geopolitics of Kurdistan and the Status of Women&quot; will be held tomorrow in Sulaymaniyah Governorate, with the participation of a number of political and women’s figures. The organizing bodies have also invited activists and those interested in issues of freedom and women’s rights to take part in the event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:26:38 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Calls grow to recognize Kurdish Language in Syria’s Constitution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/calls-grow-to-recognize-kurdish-language-in-syrias-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/calls-grow-to-recognize-kurdish-language-in-syrias-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of al-Darbasiyah pointed to the cultural richness that characterizes Syria and stressed the need to preserve this diversity by recognizing the cultural and linguistic rights of all its components, especially the rights of the Kurdish people. They affirmed that their struggle continues to ensure the constitutional recognition of the Kurdish language. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Authority holds meetings in Damascus</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-authority-holds-meetings-in-damascus</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Authority of the Autonomous Administration is having meetings with the Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs, and Family of the Interim Government in Damascus. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:49:28 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>PYD Women’s Council in Derbasiyah discusses latest political developments</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-womens-council-in-derbasiyah-discusses-latest-political-developments</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) in the city of Derbasiyah held a meeting to discuss the latest political developments and updates, stressing that the current stage requires progress in the political resolution process and that the Kurdish issue should be resolved across the four parts of Kurdistan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 16:25:28 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdish political prisoner&amp;apos;s health worsens in Iran</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-political-prisoners-health-worsens-in-iran</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Rights groups have reported a serious deterioration in the health of Kurdish political prisoner Shler Mam Qadri inside Urmia Prison in Iran after she was denied medical treatment despite suffering from breast cancer. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:40:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Garkê Legê: Attacks on women unforgivable crime</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-garke-lege-attacks-on-women-as-unforgivable-crime</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-garke-lege-attacks-on-women-as-unforgivable-crime</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Garkê Legê strongly condemned the attacks targeting Kurdish civilians, particularly women, in the towns of Tel Aran and Tel Hasel, stressing that such acts constitute a violation of human rights. They called for those responsible to be held accountable and for measures to prevent such abuses from happening again. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 04:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star&amp;apos;s Ruken Ahmed urges Syrian women to strengthen organization, political participation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-stars-ruken-ahmed-urges-syrian-women-to-strengthen-organization-political-participation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-stars-ruken-ahmed-urges-syrian-women-to-strengthen-organization-political-participation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The member of the Relations and Democratic Politics Agreements Committee in Kongra Star, Ruken Ahmed, stated that granting the interim president exceptional powers, including appointing one-third of parliament, represents a return to exclusion and authoritarianism and undermines equality. She added that it weakens independent women’s representation in favor of political quota-sharing. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s organizations condemn violations against civilians, women in Tel Aran, Tel Hasel</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-organizations-condemn-violations-against-civilians-women-in-tel-aran-tel-hasel</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-organizations-condemn-violations-against-civilians-women-in-tel-aran-tel-hasel</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women&#039;s organizations have condemned violations committed against Kurdish women and civilians in the towns of Tel Aran and Tel Hasel in the Aleppo countryside, saying the abuses undermine justice and equality, and threaten prospects for building a democratic Syria. The organizations called for an independent investigation and for those responsible to be held accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:20:25 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s delegation concludes its visit to Southern Kurdistan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-delegation-concludes-its-visit-to-southern-kurdistan</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The women’s delegation concluded its tour in Southern Kurdistan today after a series of visits that lasted several days and included a number of institutions and various bodies. During its meetings, the delegation discussed recent developments in the region, as well as ways to strengthen relations, coordination, and joint cooperation between different areas. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:14:20 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K.Star condemns violations against women in Tel Hasel &#45; Tel Aran</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kstar-condemns-violations-against-women-in-tel-hasel-tel-aran</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kstar-condemns-violations-against-women-in-tel-hasel-tel-aran</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star condemned the violations against women and civilians in the towns of Tel Hasel and Tel Aran in the Aleppo countryside, and called on the relevant authorities to stop these violations and hold the perpetrators accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:13:49 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Assault on women in Tel Aran, Tel Hasel sparks widespread public outrage</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/assault-on-women-in-tel-aran-tel-hasel-sparks-widespread-public-outrage</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/assault-on-women-in-tel-aran-tel-hasel-sparks-widespread-public-outrage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The assault on Kurdish women, accompanied by raids and arbitrary arrest campaigns targeting Kurdish youths in the towns of Tel Aran and Tel Hasel in the eastern countryside of Aleppo, has sparked widespread public outrage, with growing calls for an immediate investigation and for those responsible to be held accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:08:32 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s representation in  Syrian Parliament stands at 10%</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-representation-in-syrian-parliament-stands-at-10</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-representation-in-syrian-parliament-stands-at-10</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women’s representation in the Syrian Parliament (People’s Assembly) has reached only 10.48% of the total number of its members. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:52:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>PYD Women’s Council condemns attacks on women in Tel Hasel l, Tel Aran</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-womens-council-condemns-attacks-on-women-in-tel-hasel-l-tel-aran</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-womens-council-condemns-attacks-on-women-in-tel-hasel-l-tel-aran</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) has condemned what it described as assaults carried out by forces of the Interim Government against women and the elderly, as well as the arrest of Kurdish youths in the towns of Tel Hasel and Tel Aran in the countryside of Aleppo. The council called on international and human rights organizations to assume their responsibilities and exert pressure to halt these violations and ensure the protection of civilians. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:35:57 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>UN Report: complete exclusion of women from political life in Afghanistan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-report-complete-exclusion-of-women-from-political-life-in-afghanistan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-report-complete-exclusion-of-women-from-political-life-in-afghanistan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A report issued by the United Nations (UN) has revealed a worrying reality of the situation of women in Afghanistan, indicating that Taliban policies have led to the complete exclusion of women from public life and power structures, with no meaningful representation in political institutions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:47:24 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women from Qamishlo: Women’s Protection Units represent our identity</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-from-qamishlo-womens-protection-units-represent-our-identity</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-from-qamishlo-womens-protection-units-represent-our-identity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a message of support to the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), women from the city of Qamishlo affirmed that these units represent the identity and will of women, announcing that they will continue to stand by the female fighters until their rights are included in the constitution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s delegation from Rojava visits S. Kurdistan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-delegation-from-rojava-visits-s-kurdistan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-delegation-from-rojava-visits-s-kurdistan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A women&#039;s delegation from Rojava has arrived in the Kurdistan Region on a visit aimed at strengthening relations and enhancing communication. During the visit, the delegation is scheduled to meet with ministries, councils concerned with social and women&#039;s affairs, as well as institutions specializing in children&#039;s issues. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:23:54 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s Media Union affirms its support for press freedom and journalists rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-union-affirms-its-support-for-press-freedom-and-journalists-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-union-affirms-its-support-for-press-freedom-and-journalists-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On the sixth anniversary of its founding, the Women’s Media Union paid tribute to the women journalists and media professionals who have upheld the mission of free expression. The Union reaffirmed its commitment to defending press freedom and the rights of women journalists, as well as to enhancing women&#039;s presence in the media and fostering a safe, supportive environment for their work. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 09:37:10 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ fighters vow to continue struggle for women’s rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-fighters-vow-to-continue-struggle-for-womens-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-fighters-vow-to-continue-struggle-for-womens-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A number of Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) fighters and members of the Internal Security Forces affirmed that the Women’s Protection Units are not merely a military formation, but rather an identity and a fully integrated society. They called on women across Rojava and Syria to hold on to their identity and strengthen their unity, in order to safeguard their rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 05:18:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s forum discusses women’s rights, Syrian constitution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-forum-discusses-womens-rights-syrian-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-forum-discusses-womens-rights-syrian-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Council of the Democratic Union Party organized a dialogue forum in the city of Qamishli under the title “Syria is transforming… and women’s rights are becoming entrenched in defence and the constitution,” with broad participation from women representing cultural, political, and military circles. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:36:18 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Theatre highlights Women’s Protection Units’ journey from battlefield to stage</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/theatre-highlights-womens-protection-units-journey-from-battlefield-to-stage</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/theatre-highlights-womens-protection-units-journey-from-battlefield-to-stage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The writer and director Fatima Ahmed stated that choosing the Women’s Protection Units as the focus of theatrical works comes from the fact that they are an integral part of Kurdish women’s identity. She noted that artists owe these fighters a debt for their sacrifices and struggle to preserve the gains of women in Rojava, stressing that highlighting their journey through art and theatre represents a form of support and recognition of their role. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women call for strengthening Kurdish political unity, protecting rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-call-for-strengthening-kurdish-political-unity-protecting-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-call-for-strengthening-kurdish-political-unity-protecting-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kurdish women have called for strengthening Kurdish unity, particularly among political parties and forces, emphasizing the importance of unifying positions and visions in a manner that aligns with the aspirations of the Kurdish people and contributes to safeguarding their rights and achieving their demands. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Afaq Al&#45;Mar’a Magazine launches new issue on democratic integration</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/afaq-al-mara-magazine-launches-new-issue-on-democratic-integration</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/afaq-al-mara-magazine-launches-new-issue-on-democratic-integration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The new issue of Afaq Al-Mar’a (Women&#039;s Horizons) magazine, titled “Democratic Integration,” reaches readers alongside a period of transformation within the magazine. These changes include redesigning its overall format, expanding its mission, and placing greater emphasis on intellectual and in-depth written content, as it transitions from a politically oriented publication to a socio-cultural magazine. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 06:51:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian Women&amp;apos;s Council: guaranteeing women&amp;apos;s rights begins with fair constitution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-council-guaranteeing-womens-rights-begins-with-fair-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-council-guaranteeing-womens-rights-begins-with-fair-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hiyam Khalil, an administrator in the Syrian Women&#039;s Council, affirmed that securing women&#039;s rights requires the adoption of a comprehensive constitution that guarantees equality, alongside effective legislation and the removal of social and legal barriers that limit women&#039;s meaningful participation in various fields. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star mourns passing of journalist Doaa Silo</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-mourns-passing-of-journalist-doaa-silo</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-mourns-passing-of-journalist-doaa-silo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star extended its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the family of the late journalist Doaa Silo and her colleagues, affirming that her passing is a painful loss of a media figure who dedicated her life to serving her community and advocating for women&#039;s issues. The organization stressed that her memory will remain alive and that her humanitarian and journalistic message will continue to stand as a testament to her legacy of dedication and service. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:52:01 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;Journey of Freedom&amp;quot;: Shilan Ahmed documents struggle from Kurdistan to Rojava</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/journey-of-freedom-shilan-ahmed-documents-struggle-from-kurdistan-to-rojava</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/journey-of-freedom-shilan-ahmed-documents-struggle-from-kurdistan-to-rojava</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdish woman did not settle for being merely a witness to and participant in her people&#039;s struggle; she chose to become its documented voice and written memory. Through her writings, author Shilan Ahmed has transformed chapters of resistance into words that preserve the path of struggle and document the milestones of the fight in the mountains of Kurdistan and Rojava, giving this human and national experience a lasting literary and historical dimension. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women call for strong constitutional guarantees for rights in Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-call-for-strong-constitutional-guarantees-for-rights-in-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-call-for-strong-constitutional-guarantees-for-rights-in-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A number of women in the city of Garkê Legê have emphasized the importance of enshrining women’s rights in the new Syrian constitution, stressing that Syrian women have played a prominent role in struggle and in defending society. They said this makes it essential to guarantee their rights and ensure their participation in various political and social fields. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 03:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ safeguard achievements of women&amp;apos;s revolution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-safeguard-achievements-of-womens-revolution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-safeguard-achievements-of-womens-revolution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) are not merely a military force; they are also a social movement. Their Arab and Kurdish female fighters have challenged the patriarchal norms and traditions prevailing in society. Since the launch of the Rojava Revolution, a total of 1,002 YPJ fighters have fallen as martyrs. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ represents women fighters</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-represents-women-fighters</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) are responsible for continuing and carrying forward the legacy of a struggle that spans 1,500 years of women fighters and activists. They preserve and embody the struggle and resistance of Kiwār and Khurram, Zarifa, Bise, Qadam Khair, Layla Qasim, Kalnaz Karataş, and Zainab Kanaci. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 03:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Call for participation in women&amp;apos;s strike in Switzerland, support for YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/call-for-participation-in-womens-strike-in-switzerland-support-for-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/call-for-participation-in-womens-strike-in-switzerland-support-for-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdish Women&#039;s Union in Switzerland announced its participation in the women&#039;s strike scheduled for June 14, which will see thousands of women taking part across various Swiss cities, in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ). The union also urged Kurdish women to actively engage in the strike activities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:47:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Art event in Kobani in support of YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/art-event-in-kobani-in-support-of-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/art-event-in-kobani-in-support-of-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As part of initiatives to support and empower Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), the city of Kobani hosted a cultural event characterized by an atmosphere of interaction and solidarity. The event featured messages highlighting the crucial role these units play in promoting stability in Syria, as well as their efforts to protect women&#039;s rights and empower them across various sectors. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:00:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Hilal Zerin organizes artistic events in Qamishlo to support YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilal-zerin-organizes-artistic-events-in-qamishlo-to-support-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilal-zerin-organizes-artistic-events-in-qamishlo-to-support-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On Wednesday, Qamishlo city witnessed theatrical performances and the opening of an art exhibition at the Mohamed Sheikho Center for Culture and Art, in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) as a force representing women and calling for their recognition within the Syrian constitution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:09:06 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>War&#45;Wounded Federation: recognition of YPJ is guarantee for future of Syria’s people, women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/war-wounded-federation-recognition-of-ypj-is-guarantee-for-future-of-syrias-people-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/war-wounded-federation-recognition-of-ypj-is-guarantee-for-future-of-syrias-people-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Federation of War-Wounded Individuals in North and East Syria has affirmed that recognizing the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) as an independent force and ensuring their integration into the future Syrian army would constitute a genuine guarantee for the peoples of Syria and for women&#039;s rights and participation in the country&#039;s future. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 21:06:54 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Taliban arrests women on pretext of violating hijab rules</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/taliban-arrests-women-on-pretext-of-violating-hijab-rules</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/taliban-arrests-women-on-pretext-of-violating-hijab-rules</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Taliban have launched a widespread arrest campaign targeting women and young women in Herat province in western Afghanistan, under the pretext of violating imposed hijab regulations, sparking widespread public anger and condemnation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:10:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women writers stress importance of strengthening women&amp;apos;s presence in literature, culture</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-writers-stress-importance-of-strengthening-womens-presence-in-literature-culture</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-writers-stress-importance-of-strengthening-womens-presence-in-literature-culture</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women writers and poets have highlighted the growing role of women in Kurdish literature, emphasizing their contributions to documenting women&#039;s and societal issues and defending cultural identity. They also stressed the need to strengthen women&#039;s presence in both literary and cultural spheres, enabling them to become creators of literary discourse rather than merely subjects of others’ writings. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:20:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>NÛJINHA suffers cyber attack, received threatening messages</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/nujinha-suffers-cyber-attack-received-threatening-messages</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/nujinha-suffers-cyber-attack-received-threatening-messages</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s News Agency (NÛJINHA) disclosed that it has suffered a cyber attack and received threatening messages, emphasizing that this targeting carries political dimensions aimed at undermining the voice of women and independent journalism. The agency stressed its commitment to continuing its media efforts despite the threats. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:49:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian Initiative calls for physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-initiative-calls-for-physical-freedom-of-leader-abdullah-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-initiative-calls-for-physical-freedom-of-leader-abdullah-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A member of the Syrian Initiative for the Freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan, Najah Glo, stated that the leader’s struggle in prison has not been limited to defending the Kurdish people, but has continued as a struggle against policies of genocide. She pledged to intensify the struggle, calling on youth and women to become a voice for achieving his physical freedom. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Hîlala Zêrîn announces program of events in support of YPJ </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilala-zerin-announces-program-of-events-in-support-of-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilala-zerin-announces-program-of-events-in-support-of-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Hîlala Zêrîn movement has announced its program of cultural and artistic events in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), as part of the solidarity campaign launched under the slogan &quot;We are all the Women&#039;s Protection Units; the Women&#039;s Protection Units represent us.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:19:46 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Female YPJ fighter affirms struggle for constitutional protection of women’s rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/female-ypj-fighter-affirms-struggle-for-constitutional-protection-of-womens-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/female-ypj-fighter-affirms-struggle-for-constitutional-protection-of-womens-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A fighter in the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) explained that her goal in joining the units was centered on understanding the reality of women and discovering her identity, as well as defending women’s rights and will against anyone who attempted to undermine them. She stressed that the struggle of the units will continue until these achievements are constitutionally guaranteed. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title> lawyer explains that women must be involved in Syria&amp;apos;s new constitution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/lawyer-explains-that-women-must-be-involved-in-syrias-new-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/lawyer-explains-that-women-must-be-involved-in-syrias-new-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A Syrian lawyer has stated that If women were not involved in drafting the constitution, it would remain incomplete and incapable of establishing a true democratic state based on citizenship, stressing that a democratic state must be established through elections or political institutions in parallel, but first and foremost on the principle of equality among all citizens without discrimination ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 03:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>28 captured fighters of YPJ released </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/28-captured-fighters-of-ypj-released</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/28-captured-fighters-of-ypj-released</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Twenty-eight fighters in the ranks of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), who had been held captive by the Interim Government, have been released. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:09:42 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Qamshlo march: System that does not recognize women&amp;apos;s existence does not represent us</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/qamshlo-march-system-that-does-not-recognize-womens-existence-does-not-represent-us</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/qamshlo-march-system-that-does-not-recognize-womens-existence-does-not-represent-us</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In support of the struggle of Women&#039;s Protection Units(YPJ) and the demand for their official recognition as a fundamental force in women&#039;s protection, a mass march was organized on Sunday in Qamishlo. The speeches delivered during the event emphasized that a system that does not acknowledge the existence of women does not represent them, and highlighted the support provided by women and activists from European countries for this campaign. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 16:34:05 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Popular march in Qamishlo in support of YPJ </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/popular-march-in-qamishlo-in-support-of-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/popular-march-in-qamishlo-in-support-of-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The city of Qamishlo is currently witnessing a massive popular march, led by women and young women, in support of the struggle of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) and their demand for official recognition of the units as a key force in protecting women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 12:39:59 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star in Zirghan calls for accountability in killing of Dilan Omar</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-in-zirghan-calls-for-accountability-in-killing-of-dilan-omar</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-in-zirghan-calls-for-accountability-in-killing-of-dilan-omar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star in the city of Zirghan called for those responsible for the killing of young woman Dilan Omar in Derik to be held accountable and demanded the opening of an official investigation, stressing that the continued killing of women and young girls reveals the scale of danger women still face within society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 15:28:08 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Woman killed in Ra&amp;apos;l city in rural Aleppo</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-killed-in-ral-city-in-rural-aleppo</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-killed-in-ral-city-in-rural-aleppo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A woman was killed in the city of al-Ra&#039;i in northern Aleppo, amid a concerning rise in domestic violence cases in Syria, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 18:06:43 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star in Derik condemns killing of young woman</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-in-derik-condemns-killing-of-young-woman</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-in-derik-condemns-killing-of-young-woman</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star in the city of Derik issued a statement condemning the murder of the young woman Delan, affirming its rejection of violence and violations against women, and calling for the protection of women’s rights and confronting patriarchal mentality. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 16:39:59 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ affirms support for Al&#45;Hilal Women’s Team</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-affirms-support-for-al-hilal-womens-team</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-affirms-support-for-al-hilal-womens-team</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The General Command of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) received a delegation from Al-Hilal Women’s Team to discuss the issues and challenges the team has faced in recent times. During the meeting, the leadership reaffirmed their full support for the players’ journey and emphasized the importance of continued backing to further develop the team and enable it to achieve more accomplishments. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 15:09:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Meeting in Derbasiyah discusses women, YPJ&amp;apos;s rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/meeting-in-derbasiyah-discusses-women-ypjs-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/meeting-in-derbasiyah-discusses-women-ypjs-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At a meeting held by the Kongra Star in Derbasiyah city, the participants emphasized the importance of guaranteeing women&#039;s rights in the Syrian constitution and their active participation in various fields. They stated that the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) represent the fundamental guarantee for protecting women&#039;s rights, and called for continuing the struggle for their official recognition and building a safe and free Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:17:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Egyptian Researcher: Women’s rights key to Syria’s stability</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/egyptian-researcher-womens-rights-key-to-syrias-stability</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/egyptian-researcher-womens-rights-key-to-syrias-stability</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ An Egyptian researcher affirmed that enshrining women’s rights in the constitution represents a genuine guarantee for building a more stable and just Syria, pointing to the experience of Egyptian women and the effective role they have played in supporting social stability and advancing development and stability efforts ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 03:25:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Body discusses mechanisms for integration within state institutions</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-body-discusses-mechanisms-for-integration-within-state-institutions</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-body-discusses-mechanisms-for-integration-within-state-institutions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Body discussed with the Syrian Body for Family and Population Affairs a number of files related to the integration process, in addition to ways to develop mechanisms for joint cooperation, in order to consolidate the principles of partnership and integration in providing services and organizing administrative work. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 10:55:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ discusses integration with German delegation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-discusses-integration-with-german-delegation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-discusses-integration-with-german-delegation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A German delegation visited the headquarters of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), where the two sides discussed the integration file and the status of the units, while the General Command of the Women&#039;s Protection Units affirmed that the current century is the century of women&#039;s leadership. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:54:33 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Mass rally organized in Derik in support of YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/mass-rally-organized-in-derik-in-support-of-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/mass-rally-organized-in-derik-in-support-of-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hundreds of residents of Derik city participated in a mass rally in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), stressing the need to fix their rights, recognize their role and integrate them into the structure of the Syrian Ministry of Defense, in appreciation of their sacrifices and their role in protecting the region and defending women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:50:01 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Third Conference of Yazidi Women&amp;apos;s Freedom Movement kicks off </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/third-conference-of-yazidi-womens-freedom-movement-kicks-off</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/third-conference-of-yazidi-womens-freedom-movement-kicks-off</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Third Conference of the Yazidi Women&#039;s Freedom Movement convened in Shengal, with the participation of 250 delegates. In the opening address, fundamental structural changes were announced, and support for the Yazidi women&#039;s struggle for freedom was reaffirmed. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:45:12 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Euphrates Women&amp;apos;s forum kicks off</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/euphrates-womens-forum-kicks-off</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/euphrates-womens-forum-kicks-off</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Euphrates Women&#039;s Forum, organized by the Kongra Star, kicked off in Kobani under the slogan &quot;With the Will of Free Women, We Build a Democratic Syria,&quot; with broad participation from activists and representatives of civil, social, service, and judicial institutions in the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 12:39:30 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Protest in Tel Tamer in support of YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/protest-in-tel-tamer-in-support-of-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/protest-in-tel-tamer-in-support-of-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hundreds of residents of the cities of Tel Tamer and Zirgan, during a protest in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units, stressed the need to recognize the units within any future military structure, and emphasized that women have become a fundamental force in protecting society and establishing the values ​​of freedom, justice and equality. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 12:16:25 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Jal Agha: Kurdish unity is essential to protect rights, gains</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-jal-agha-kurdish-unity-is-essential-to-protect-rights-gains</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-jal-agha-kurdish-unity-is-essential-to-protect-rights-gains</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Jal Agha affirmed that Kurdish unity is an urgent necessity in the current phase, as it is the primary path to protect the interests and achievements of the Kurdish people and to guaranty their constitutional and political rights. They emphasized that achieving unity is a collective responsibility that falls on the various segments of Kurdish society and political forces. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 04:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Summer increases suffering of Serêkaniyê Camp residents</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/summer-increases-suffering-of-serekaniye-camp-residents</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The suffering of residents in the Serêkaniyê displaced persons camp is renewed with the arrival of summer, as displaced people complain about difficulties securing water, electricity, and healthcare. Women say that psychological and living pressures are worsening day after day, stressing that their only hope is to return to their city of Serêkaniyê and live safely away from the harsh conditions of displacement. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 05:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Seminar affirms importance of YPJ&amp;apos;s inclusion within Syrian constitution, Ministry of Defense</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/seminar-affirms-importance-of-ypjs-inclusion-within-syrian-constitution-ministry-of-defense</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/seminar-affirms-importance-of-ypjs-inclusion-within-syrian-constitution-ministry-of-defense</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Qamishlo city of witnessed a dialogue seminar organized by the Syrian Women&#039;s Council in North and East Syria as part of the &quot;We are all YPJ, and YPJ represents us&quot; campaign. During the seminar, the participants stressed the importance of recognizing the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) as an official force within the Syrian Ministry of Defense, and the necessity of including women&#039;s rights and their role in protection within the new Syrian constitution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:03:36 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities issue new sentence against activist Warisha Moradi</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-issue-new-sentence-against-activist-warisha-moradi</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-issue-new-sentence-against-activist-warisha-moradi</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities issued a new sentence against activist Warisha Moradi, who is detained in Tehran’s Evin Prison, sentencing her to an additional six months in prison. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:00:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Armenian Women: guaranteeing women&amp;apos;s rights in constitution contribute in building new Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/armenian-women-guaranteeing-womens-rights-in-constitution-contribute-in-building-new-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/armenian-women-guaranteeing-womens-rights-in-constitution-contribute-in-building-new-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Armenian women affirmed that women will attain their rightful place in the new Syrian constitution through their struggle and active participation in building the country&#039;s future. They called for the inclusion of the principles of the social contract specific to North and East Syria within the constitution, ensuring the protection of all women&#039;s rights and strengthening their role in various state institutions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 03:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Australian academics, activists declare support for YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/australian-academics-activists-declare-support-for-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/australian-academics-activists-declare-support-for-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Australian academics and feminist activists have expressed their solidarity with the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), praising the units&#039; role and struggle in defending women&#039;s rights, dignity, and freedoms. They also emphasized that recognizing the YPJ and respecting its right to continue is a guarantee for building a democratic and secure future for Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:27:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Tirbê Spiyê Women affirm their support for YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/tirbe-spiye-women-affirm-their-support-for-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/tirbe-spiye-women-affirm-their-support-for-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tirbê Spiyê city witnessed a mass rally with broad participation from various components of the city, in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), and to affirm their role in protecting women&#039;s rights and enhancing their status within society, as they are one of the most prominent gains of women during the years of the Syrian revolution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:43:18 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities deny 8 female political prisoners family, lawyer visits</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-deny-8-female-political-prisoners-family-lawyer-visits</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-deny-8-female-political-prisoners-family-lawyer-visits</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have deprived eight female political prisoners of their right to visit and meet with their families and lawyers. This move comes amidst tightened security measures within prisons and escalating restrictions on female detainees involved in protest activities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 18:30:17 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>HPJ in East Kurdistan support campaign for official recognition of YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hpj-in-east-kurdistan-support-campaign-for-official-recognition-of-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hpj-in-east-kurdistan-support-campaign-for-official-recognition-of-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Protection Forces (HPJ) in East Kurdistan announced their support for the campaign demanding official recognition of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), and affirmed that they stand beside the units in their struggle for their rights, and stressed that the units &quot;have become a global symbol of the struggle for freedom and equality.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:41:15 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Mass rally in Derbasiyah in support of YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/mass-rally-in-derbasiyah-in-support-of-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/mass-rally-in-derbasiyah-in-support-of-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Derbasiyah city witnessed a mass rally in which hundreds of residents participated, in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), and demanding a guarantee of their participation in the integration process and joining the Syrian Ministry of Defense. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:28:17 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Narges Mohammadi released on bail and transferred to hospital</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-released-on-bail-and-transferred-to-hospital</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-released-on-bail-and-transferred-to-hospital</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities released activist Narges Mohammadi, winner of the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize, on bail and transferred her to a hospital in Tehran for treatment. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 09:47:56 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Campaign supporting YPJ expands in Rojava, Europe</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/campaign-supporting-ypj-expands-in-rojava-europe</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/campaign-supporting-ypj-expands-in-rojava-europe</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women&#039;s Protection Units support campaign activities will continue, and large rallies will be held simultaneously in Europe and Rojava on May 30, according to Amina Omar. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Member of Ishtar Council Coordination: YPJ are guarantee for protecting women, society</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/member-of-ishtar-council-coordination-ypj-are-guarantee-for-protecting-women-society</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/member-of-ishtar-council-coordination-ypj-are-guarantee-for-protecting-women-society</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A member of the Ishtar Council Coordination affirmed that the presence of the Women’s Protection Units within the Syrian army would serve as a guarantee for safeguarding the existence and will of women and society. She stated: “Without the strength of the Women’s Protection Units, Syria will not be able to free itself from the mentality of (ISIS/ Daesh), nor will it be safe for anyone.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 03:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s eights, right to mother tongue at center of dialogue seminar in Hasakah</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-eights-right-to-mother-tongue-at-center-of-dialogue-seminar-in-hasakah</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-eights-right-to-mother-tongue-at-center-of-dialogue-seminar-in-hasakah</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Participants in a dialogue seminar held as part of activities supporting the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) stressed that the issue of the YPJ has become central to discussions surrounding integration processes, not merely as a military matter, but as a symbol of strength and equality through which women have asserted their presence in a model that has faced systematic attempts to marginalize women’s role. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 17:50:32 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ martyrs&amp;apos; pictures hung in Tell Tamer</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-martyrs-pictures-hung-in-tell-tamer</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-martyrs-pictures-hung-in-tell-tamer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star in Tell Tamer city organized an event to display photos of female fighters who were martyred in the ranks of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), as part of the campaign to demand official recognition of the units, in honor of the sacrifices made by the female fighters and in remembrance of their role in protecting and defending the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 15:35:56 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Activist calls for constitutional protection of women’s rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/activist-calls-for-constitutional-protection-of-womens-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/activist-calls-for-constitutional-protection-of-womens-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A Syrian activist stressed that women’s rights can only be protected through a comprehensive military, cultural, social, political, and constitutional framework, adding that rejecting women’s rights means rejecting democracy, freedom, and society as a whole. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Banners bearing photos of YPJ martyrs hung in Hasakah</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/banners-bearing-photos-of-ypj-martyrs-hung-in-hasakah</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/banners-bearing-photos-of-ypj-martyrs-hung-in-hasakah</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star in the Hasakah city hung banners bearing photos of martyrs from the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) in 10 main roundabouts across the city, reaffirming its support for the YPJ. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 12:56:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Jiyan Hassan discusses women’s eights in new Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/jiyan-hassan-discusses-womens-eights-in-new-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/jiyan-hassan-discusses-womens-eights-in-new-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Jiyan Hassan spoke about the demands of women in the new Syria, the obstacles and challenges they face, as well as attempts to exclude them from the integration process. She also addressed the political process in the country and the repercussions of these policies on the overall situation, stressing the need to continue the struggle to secure women’s full rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Palestinian activist supports YPJ&amp;apos;s demands</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/palestinian-activist-supports-ypjs-demands</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/palestinian-activist-supports-ypjs-demands</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The campaign supporting the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), which calls for their official recognition in the new Syrian constitution, is gaining increasing momentum. In this context, a Palestinian activist has declared her support for the YPJ&#039;s demands, stressing the necessity of ensuring their participation as a key component in any future arrangement, while respecting their distinct identity as a women-led framework that reflects women’s will and choices. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:28:46 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Yemeni activist: YPJ struggle redefines women’s role in societies</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/yemeni-activist-ypj-struggle-redefines-womens-role-in-societies</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/yemeni-activist-ypj-struggle-redefines-womens-role-in-societies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The head of the PASS Organization and Yemeni activist, Bahia Al-Saqqaf, expressed her solidarity with the struggle of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) and Kurdish women, stressing that the struggle of YPJ fighters has represented a feminist model of resistance against violence and terrorism, and that their sacrifices symbolize a path toward freedom and equality. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 10:00:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Peace Leaders Network: Marginalizing YPJ is threat to women&amp;apos;s struggle in Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/peace-leaders-network-marginalizing-ypj-is-threat-to-womens-struggle-in-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/peace-leaders-network-marginalizing-ypj-is-threat-to-womens-struggle-in-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The head of the administrative body of the Women&#039;s Peace Leaders Network, Steer Qasim, warned against the repercussions of excluding the Women&#039;s Protection Units from the Syrian scene, stressing that this step constitutes a serious setback for the women&#039;s struggle, given the continued role of women in various fields and their need for constitutional guaranties to protect their rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 03:25:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Martyrs&amp;apos; mothers of YPJ: units represent basic force to protect Syrian women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/martyrs-mothers-of-ypj-units-represent-basic-force-to-protect-syrian-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/martyrs-mothers-of-ypj-units-represent-basic-force-to-protect-syrian-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The mothers of the martyrs confirmed that they will continue to support the fighters and join the campaign to support the Women&#039;s Protection Units until the units are included in the structure of the Syrian Ministry of Defense. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 03:15:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>March supports YPJ, its representation in Ministry of Defense</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/march-supports-ypj-its-representation-in-ministry-of-defense</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/march-supports-ypj-its-representation-in-ministry-of-defense</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Qamishlo city witnessed a massive public march in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), during which the participants emphasized the role of the YPJ in protecting society and demanded its representation within the Syrian Ministry of Defense to ensure that women&#039;s role is not marginalized in the coming phase. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:15:27 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;Recognizing YPJ will reshape social, political contract in region&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/recognizing-ypj-will-reshape-social-political-contract-in-region</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/recognizing-ypj-will-reshape-social-political-contract-in-region</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ An Egyptian writer and journalist stated that officially recognizing the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) would transform their field achievements into political, legal, and constitutional rights, warning of the dangers of excluding them and the long-term consequences this could have on women’s struggle, reducing the women’s issue to an exceptional condition imposed by circumstances, only to be pushed back into secondary roles once those circumstances end. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 04:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian women’s rights advocates affirm their commitment to securing their rights constitutionally</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-rights-advocates-affirm-their-commitment-to-securing-their-rights-constitutionally</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-rights-advocates-affirm-their-commitment-to-securing-their-rights-constitutionally</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian women’s rights advocates and activists have expressed their concerns about losing of Syrian woman her rights, affirming their commitment to protecting these rights by all means and continuing to put pressure for their constitutional guarantee. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Independence Organization announces full support for YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-independence-organization-announces-full-support-for-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-independence-organization-announces-full-support-for-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Independence Organization expressed its full support for the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), asserting that the decision not to recognize these units represents an extension of ISIS/Daesh ideology. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:03:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star: “Women’s rights in Syria link to YPJ recognition</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-womens-rights-in-syria-link-to-ypj-recognition</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-womens-rights-in-syria-link-to-ypj-recognition</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Members of Kongra Star affirmed that guaranteeing women’s rights in Syria is linked to the existence of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), noting that these units have come to represent the will and identity of women in struggle and resistance. They pledged to continue their struggle alongside them until they are constitutionally and legally recognized in a new Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 05:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Lebanese lawyer: YPJ must be recognized as fundamental force</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/lebanese-lawyer-ypj-must-be-recognized-as-fundamental-force</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/lebanese-lawyer-ypj-must-be-recognized-as-fundamental-force</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Lawyer and human rights activist Farah Abdullah affirmed that ignoring or marginalizing the role of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) in any future political settlement in Syria constitutes a violation of women’s right to have their struggle recognized. She stressed the necessity of including these units as a recognized component in any upcoming political framework, while preserving their independent structure and identity as a women’s organization. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:50:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K. Star Council in Lebanon supports YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-council-in-lebanon-supports-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-council-in-lebanon-supports-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star Council in Lebanon announced its support for the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), confirming their role in protecting society and the need to acknowledge their sacrifices, while stressing the importance of women&#039;s participation in achieving peace and stability in Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 16:30:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>We must focus on our future in order to strongly protect gains of our revolution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/we-must-focus-on-our-future-in-order-to-strongly-protect-gains-of-our-revolution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/we-must-focus-on-our-future-in-order-to-strongly-protect-gains-of-our-revolution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The co-chair of the Armenian Social Council, Arif Qasabian, explained that in order to guaranty women&#039;s rights in the constitution, Syrian women need to unite and focus on their future to ensure the strong protection of the gains of the women&#039;s revolution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 03:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Narges Mohammadi hospitalized after critical health deterioration</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-hospitalized-after-critical-health-deterioration</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-hospitalized-after-critical-health-deterioration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The foundation of Narges Mohammadi, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate, announced that the activist was urgently transferred from prison to a hospital in northwestern Iran after what it described as a “catastrophic” deterioration in her health condition. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 10:43:15 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Researcher on Arab affairs speaks about experience of Women’s Protection Units in Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/researcher-on-arab-affairs-speaks-about-experience-of-womens-protection-units-in-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/researcher-on-arab-affairs-speaks-about-experience-of-womens-protection-units-in-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ “An exceptional model in the region”—with this phrase, researcher on Arab and international affairs Suha Al-Baghdadi described the significance of the struggle of the Women’s Protection Units in the history of feminist struggle, stressing that these units transformed into a political and social project that redefined the role of women and consolidated their presence as an active force in combat and in building society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 04:00:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Writer, activist from Somaliland : YPJ&amp;apos;s effective model must be supported, developed</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/writer-activist-from-somaliland-ypjs-effective-model-must-be-supported-developed</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/writer-activist-from-somaliland-ypjs-effective-model-must-be-supported-developed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A writer and activist from Somaliland has sent a message of support to the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), stating that their experience represents an effective model for the role of women in protection and decision-making. She also criticized the transitional government’s refusal to recognize the presence of women within defense institutions, stressing the need to preserve and further develop this experience. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 13:41:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Zozan Alloush: Syria needs to address inherited legacy to achieve sustainable peace</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/zozan-alloush-syria-needs-to-address-inherited-legacy-to-achieve-sustainable-peace</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/zozan-alloush-syria-needs-to-address-inherited-legacy-to-achieve-sustainable-peace</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zozan Alloush confirmed that achieving peace in Syria requires addressing the legacy of previous regimes, building a shared understanding of that past, and creating mechanisms for reconciliation and mutual recognition among Syrians to ensure lasting peace. She added that the main obstacles are the inherited exclusionary mindset and the failure to actually implement laws. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 03:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Teachers, Students demand Kurdish Language recognition</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/teachers-students-demand-kurdish-language-recognition</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/teachers-students-demand-kurdish-language-recognition</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Calls continue for the recognition of the Kurdish language as an official language. In this context, teachers and students emphasized the necessity of recognizing Kurdish in Syria’s new constitution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K.Star: YPJ must be included in integration process</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kstar-ypj-must-be-included-in-integration-process</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kstar-ypj-must-be-included-in-integration-process</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A member of the Kongra Star Coordination in Kobani, Khunaf Khalil, referred to the campaign demanding the inclusion of the Women&#039;s Protection Units YPJ in the integration process within the Syrian army, and confirmed that the Kongra Star supports this campaign, pointing out that the Women&#039;s Protection Units represent the identity, strength, and will of all women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Lebanese activist sends message of solidarity to YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/lebanese-activist-sends-message-of-solidarity-to-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/lebanese-activist-sends-message-of-solidarity-to-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Lebanese activist Sawsan Shoman expressed her full support for the struggle of the Women&#039;s Protection Units, stressing that attempts to exclude them or deny their right to participate in official Syrian institutions represent a serious retreat from the principles of justice and equality, and called on women&#039;s, human rights and academic organizations to exert pressure to ensure the participation of the units in the integration process. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:52:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iraqi Women&amp;apos;s League Commends struggle of Syrian women, calls on them to resist</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iraqi-womens-league-commends-struggle-of-syrian-women-calls-on-them-to-resist</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iraqi-womens-league-commends-struggle-of-syrian-women-calls-on-them-to-resist</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Vice President of the Iraqi Women&#039;s League indicated that the situation of women in Syria is &quot;complex and multifaceted,&quot; explaining that they live amidst a growing female presence and an unstable environment rife with violations. She also commended the struggle of Syrian women and called on them to continue demanding their rights and working to build their future with their own hands. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Activists, journalists from Middle East support YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/activists-journalists-from-middle-east-support-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/activists-journalists-from-middle-east-support-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A delegation from the Middle East Jineology Academy visited the headquarters of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), where they delivered messages of support from feminist activists in the region. During the visit, the leader, Rohlat Afrin, expressed her appreciation for this initiative, stressing that popular support constitutes an important source of legitimacy and confidence in her forces. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:06:53 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Garkê Legê: Leader Ocalan’s freedom means dignity</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-garke-lege-leader-ocalans-freedom-means-dignity</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-garke-lege-leader-ocalans-freedom-means-dignity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in the city of Garkê Legê demanded the freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan, stressing that his physical freedom represents their own freedom and dignity, and is a fundamental step toward achieving a just and democratic society. They emphasized that his ideas and philosophy form the basis for the awareness and active role women have achieved today. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Warnings about Narges Mohammadi’s worsening health and lack of medical care</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/warnings-about-narges-mohammadis-worsening-health-and-lack-of-medical-care</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/warnings-about-narges-mohammadis-worsening-health-and-lack-of-medical-care</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The family of detained activist Narges Mohammadi issued a strongly worded warning regarding her deteriorating health, indicating that Iranian authorities are preventing her transfer to a hospital to receive necessary treatment, raising serious concerns about her health and detention conditions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:48:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Launch of campaign to support YPJ and demand their integration into Defense Ministry structure</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/launch-of-campaign-to-support-ypj-and-demand-their-integration-into-defense-ministry-structure</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/launch-of-campaign-to-support-ypj-and-demand-their-integration-into-defense-ministry-structure</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Joint Events Platform for Women&#039;s Movements and Organizations announced the launch of a campaign to support the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), demanding their integration into the Ministry of Defense structure and ensuring the consolidation and recognition of women&#039;s rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:27:51 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Researcher: YPJ is not just a military formation, but part of a women&amp;apos;s struggle experience</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/researcher-ypj-is-not-just-a-military-formation-but-part-of-a-womens-struggle-experience</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/researcher-ypj-is-not-just-a-military-formation-but-part-of-a-womens-struggle-experience</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sudanese researcher Naamat Koko affirmed that the Women’s Protection Units represent a fundamental component in protecting women’s rights and enhancing their political and social role, noting that these units are not merely a military formation, but rather part of a women’s struggle experience. She stressed the need to support and preserve this experience, and to ensure women’s participation in any political process in Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Writer: Syria’s legal framework is contradictory, falls short of women’s aspirations</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/writer-syrias-legal-framework-is-contradictory-falls-short-of-womens-aspirations</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/writer-syrias-legal-framework-is-contradictory-falls-short-of-womens-aspirations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Writer and social activist Asala Abu Ubaida argues that women’s rights in Syria are caught in a clear contradiction between rhetoric that claims to protect them and the reality of how those claims are implemented. She notes that the current legal framework does not reflect the aspirations of Syrian women, particularly in terms of protection, equality, and equal opportunity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian politician: exclusion of YPJ from army contradicts national unity goals</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-politician-exclusion-of-ypj-from-army-contradicts-national-unity-goals</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-politician-exclusion-of-ypj-from-army-contradicts-national-unity-goals</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian politician and academic Lama al-Atassi believes that excluding the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) from the integration process contradicts the goals of national unity. She called for a discussion of the reasons preventing Syrian women from integrating into the military establishment and the criteria for acceptance. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star held meeting in Jel Agha on integration, women&amp;apos;s role</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-held-meeting-in-jel-agha-on-integration-womens-role</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-held-meeting-in-jel-agha-on-integration-womens-role</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star held a meeting in Jel Agha city to discuss the integration process and clarify its role in guaranteeing women&#039;s rights in the new Syria, while the conference also announced its intention to organize events aimed at demanding legal and constitutional recognition of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:57:20 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Female journalists who became voice of Kurdish struggle</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/female-journalists-who-became-voice-of-kurdish-struggle</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/female-journalists-who-became-voice-of-kurdish-struggle</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The history of the Kurdish people has witnessed many important transformations in their struggle for survival. Journalists such as Roşan Bedirxan, Sakine Cansız, Gürbet Ali Arsuz, Zeynep Erdem, Deniz Fırat, Nujiyan Erhan, and Cihan Bilgin contributed to uncovering the truth during these transformations and paved the way for their continuation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Media Union organizes dialogue seminar</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-union-organizes-dialogue-seminar</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-union-organizes-dialogue-seminar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Media Union organized a dialogue seminar on the occasion of Kurdish Press Day. The seminar addressed the history of Kurdish media, the impact of hate speech on society, and the need to reduce it through free media and responsible discourse. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:35:41 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>2 meetings in Jel Agha explain integration, enhancing women&amp;apos;s role</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/2meetings-in-jel-agha-explain-integration-enhancing-womens-role</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/2meetings-in-jel-agha-explain-integration-enhancing-womens-role</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Council of the Democratic Union Party held two separate meetings in the towns of Abira and Kishk in the countryside of Jel Agha to explain the mechanism of integration between the Autonomous Administration and the Interim Government, and to highlight the role of women in this process. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:56:36 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women resent South Kurdistan hospitals&amp;apos; refuse to receive Kurdish fighter</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-resent-south-kurdistan-hospitals-refuse-to-receive-kurdish-fighter</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-resent-south-kurdistan-hospitals-refuse-to-receive-kurdish-fighter</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in Zirkan city expressed their discontent over the refusal of hospitals in Southern Kurdistan to admit a Kurdish fighter injured during an Iranian drone attack, which resulted in her death. They asserted that this was a violation of medical and humanitarian values, and demanded an immediate investigation into the circumstances of the incident and that those responsible be held accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:17:59 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Noticeable increase in arrests of women in Iran reported </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/noticeable-increase-in-arrests-of-women-in-iran-reported</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/noticeable-increase-in-arrests-of-women-in-iran-reported</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Reports by human rights organizations indicate a significant rise in the number of women being arrested in recent months in Iran, raising serious concerns about public freedoms and citizens’ rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:32:36 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;Iranian attacks target women&amp;apos;s will, unity of Kurdish people&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-attacks-target-womens-will-unity-of-kurdish-people</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-attacks-target-womens-will-unity-of-kurdish-people</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star Coordination and the Council of Martyrs’ Families condemned the attacks that targeted camps in the Kurdistan region of south Kurdistan, stressing that these attacks target the will of women and the unity of Kurdish society. They also stressed the need to respect the role of women, strengthen the unity of the Kurdish people, and defend their rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 18:12:32 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women demand leader Ocalan’s immediate release</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-demand-leader-ocalans-immediate-release</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-demand-leader-ocalans-immediate-release</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Hasaka stressed that achieving the physical freedom of Abdullah Ocalan would be a solution that could contribute to addressing the problems of Syria, Turkey, and the broader Middle East. They emphasized that such a step would advance the peace process and help achieve stability. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Calls to secure women’s rights in new Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/calls-to-secure-womens-rights-in-new-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/calls-to-secure-womens-rights-in-new-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A symposium organized by the Women’s Office of the Syrian Democratic Council (SDC) emphasized the necessity of women’s political inclusion and the rejection of their marginalization, affirming that the success of any democratic project in Syria is contingent upon their active participation without exclusion. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:55:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Middle East Center for Jineology Studies launches “Women’s Vision” magazine</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/middle-east-center-for-jineology-studies-launches-womens-vision-magazine</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Middle East Center for Jineology Studies, based in the Egyptian capital Cairo, has released the first issue of its magazine “Women’s Vision,” a specialized publication dedicated to women’s and social issues from a contemporary scientific and intellectual perspective. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:05:08 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women escalate calls for leader Ocalan’s physical freedom</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-escalate-calls-for-leader-ocalans-physical-freedom</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-escalate-calls-for-leader-ocalans-physical-freedom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women affirmed that their struggle to secure the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan will continue until their demands are met and they are able to see the leader among them. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Symposium held in Derbasiyah discusses gender intolerance</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/symposium-held-in-derbasiyah-discusses-gender-intolerance</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/symposium-held-in-derbasiyah-discusses-gender-intolerance</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Young Women&#039;s Union in Derbasiyah city held a dialogue seminar that addressed the issue of gender intolerance, where the participants discussed the most prominent reasons for the spread of these ideas within society, and the negative effects they have on the role and status of women. They also touched on ways to limit them by spreading awareness and promoting a culture of equality. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:48:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s Rights Advocates: Women’s representation in decision&#45;making is essential for justice</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-rights-advocates-womens-representation-in-decision-making-is-essential-for-justice</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-rights-advocates-womens-representation-in-decision-making-is-essential-for-justice</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Two women’s rights advocates stressed that women’s representation in decision-making positions must be genuine rather than symbolic, describing it as a fundamental factor in achieving more just and effective policies. They warned that any exclusion or marginalization of women’s roles would lead to shortcomings in addressing the needs of society as a whole. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Meeting in Derbasiya discusses women&amp;apos;s role in upcoming political phase in Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/meeting-in-derbasiya-discusses-womens-role-in-upcoming-political-phase-in-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/meeting-in-derbasiya-discusses-womens-role-in-upcoming-political-phase-in-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) in Derbasiya city discussed, during a meeting, the current political situation and the role of women in the upcoming phase, and stressed the importance of reinforcing women&#039;s participation in building the new Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:55:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian poet, novelist Colette Khoury passed away</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-poet-novelist-colette-khoury-passed-away</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-poet-novelist-colette-khoury-passed-away</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Syrian poet and novelist Colette Khoury passed away at the age of 95, leaving behind a prominent literary legacy in Syrian novels and stories. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:52:56 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Woman killed by her son in Al&#45;Rastan, northern Homs countryside </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-killed-by-her-son-in-al-rastan-northern-homs-countryside</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-killed-by-her-son-in-al-rastan-northern-homs-countryside</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A woman was killed in the city of Al-Rastan in northern rural Homs after being assaulted by her son, who fled the scene following the incident. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:04:08 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>“representation of Syrian women remains disappointing despite their leadership capabilities”</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/representation-of-syrian-women-remains-disappointing-despite-their-leadership-capabilities</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/representation-of-syrian-women-remains-disappointing-despite-their-leadership-capabilities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hala Marouki, Executive Director of the Justice and Sustainable Development Foundation, affirmed that the role of Syrian women still falls short of expectations, stressing the need to enhance their representation in decision-making positions, despite the competence and capability they have demonstrated throughout the years of war. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Ilham Ahmed discusses detainee file, women’s role with Minister of Social Affairs</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ilham-ahmed-discusses-detainee-file-womens-role-with-minister-of-social-affairs</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ilham-ahmed-discusses-detainee-file-womens-role-with-minister-of-social-affairs</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Ilham Ahmed, Co-Chair of the Department of External Relations in the Autonomous Administration, emphasized during a meeting with Hind Kabawat, Minister of Social Affairs in the Interim Government, the importance of integrating women into institutions, granting them a central role in decision-making, and securing the release of detainees. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:52:40 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJAR warns of rising death sentences, calls for urgent intervention</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjar-warns-of-rising-death-sentences-calls-for-urgent-intervention</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjar-warns-of-rising-death-sentences-calls-for-urgent-intervention</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Free Women’s Community of Eastern Kurdistan has warned that female political prisoners are at risk of execution at any moment, stating: “We must stand against the death penalty, and human rights organizations, in particular, must take urgent steps to stop these sentences.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:32:53 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Three women killed in Turkey in one day</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/three-women-killed-in-turkey-in-one-day</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/three-women-killed-in-turkey-in-one-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Three women were killed in Turkey in two separate incidents in Ankara and Istanbul, allegedly by members of their families, amid warnings of escalating domestic violence and calls for increased protection for women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:09:26 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Noon Initiative calls to end leader Ocalan’s isolation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/noon-initiative-calls-to-end-leader-ocalans-isolation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/noon-initiative-calls-to-end-leader-ocalans-isolation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Noon Initiative has warned of the ongoing ambiguity surrounding the health condition of leader Ocalan due to the isolation imposed on him in Imralı Prison, stressing that this situation violates international standards. The initiative called for ending the isolation, ensuring transparency, and intensifying legal and media efforts to support the “right to hope” and internationalize the cause. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Feminist activist: Marginalizing Syrian women’s rights could spark new uprising</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/feminist-activist-marginalizing-syrian-womens-rights-could-spark-new-uprising</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/feminist-activist-marginalizing-syrian-womens-rights-could-spark-new-uprising</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The executive director of the “For Feminism” organization stressed the need to explicitly and clearly enshrine women’s rights in Syria’s new constitution, ensuring fair representation and effective participation in all state institutions. She warned that continued marginalization could have serious repercussions for the country’s future, pointing to the possibility of a new wave of uprising if the current course is not corrected. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women in Al&#45;Darbasiyah emphasize importance of April 4th</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-inal-darbasiyah-emphasize-importance-of-april-4th</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-inal-darbasiyah-emphasize-importance-of-april-4th</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Members of the Young Women&#039;s Union in the city of Al-Darbasiyah emphasized the importance of April 4th, which coincides with the birth of leader Abdullah Ocalan, stressing the need to delve into his thought and philosophy because of their role in promoting women&#039;s rights and building a conscious generation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:03:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Commander Dilbîrîn Kobanê: YPJ are the army of all women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/commander-dilbirin-kobane-ypj-are-the-army-of-all-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/commander-dilbirin-kobane-ypj-are-the-army-of-all-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Commander in the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), Dilbîrîn Kobanê, shed light on the struggle of the units over the past 13 years, stating that the units were founded on the historical legacy of Kurdish women and that they are an army for all women. She emphasized that their struggle will continue against all forms of attacks. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 05:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women in Kobani call for YPJ recognition in Syrian constitution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-kobani-call-for-ypj-recognition-in-syrian-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-kobani-call-for-ypj-recognition-in-syrian-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in the city of Kobani affirmed that the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) should be included in the new Syrian constitution, as they represent strength, rights, identity, and freedom for all women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ salutes leader&amp;apos;s birthday, its founding anniversary with military parade</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-salutes-leaders-birthday-its-founding-anniversary-with-military-parade</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-salutes-leaders-birthday-its-founding-anniversary-with-military-parade</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On the occasion of the 14th anniversary of their founding, and on the occasion of the birthday of leader Abdullah Ocalan, the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) organized a military parade on Friday in Kobani. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:56:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ on its 14th anniversary: ​​Our struggle continues for women&amp;apos;s freedom and building democratic Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-on-its-14th-anniversary-our-struggle-continues-for-womens-freedom-and-building-democratic-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-on-its-14th-anniversary-our-struggle-continues-for-womens-freedom-and-building-democratic-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Protection Units congratulated all women and the people of the region on the fourteenth anniversary of its founding, commemorated the martyrs of the revolution and the founding martyrs of the units, and affirmed the continuation of its struggle for women&#039;s freedom and building a free and democratic future for Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 13:19:50 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Noon Initiative: Freedom of Leader Abdullah Ocalan, key to peace and liberation of peoples and women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/noon-initiative-freedom-of-leader-abdullah-ocalan-key-to-peace-and-liberation-of-peoples-and-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/noon-initiative-freedom-of-leader-abdullah-ocalan-key-to-peace-and-liberation-of-peoples-and-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Noon Initiative for the Freedom of Ocalan affirmed that the freedom of the leader represents the key to the liberation of peoples and women, and stressed the need to intensify efforts to remove all obstacles that prevent his freedom, and to establish recognition and human rights laws that preserve his dignity and his right to life and struggle and consolidate the right to hope, and called for international action to release him ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:03:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian journalist: Women’s participation key to Syria’s constitutional legitimacy</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-journalist-womens-participation-key-to-syrias-constitutional-legitimacy</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-journalist-womens-participation-key-to-syrias-constitutional-legitimacy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian journalist Farah Al-Aqil affirms that achieving real equality and guaranteeing women’s participation at a rate of up to 50% in drafting the constitution—alongside judicial independence and the activation of transitional justice—are fundamental to the legitimacy of any constitutional process. She warns that the absence of these guarantees will entrench discrimination and weaken any democratic transition in Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>After 13 Years… struggle of YPJ enters new phase</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/after-13-years-struggle-of-ypj-enters-new-phase</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/after-13-years-struggle-of-ypj-enters-new-phase</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) review a 13-year journey of establishment and activity, affirming the continuous of their role in defending women’s rights and contributing to building Syria’s future. At the same time, the struggle of the units is entering a new phase with the beginning of the integration stage. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 03:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Media Union condemns assault on journalists in Jalabiya, demands protection of press freedom</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-union-condemns-assault-on-journalists-in-jalabiya-demands-protection-of-press-freedom</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-union-condemns-assault-on-journalists-in-jalabiya-demands-protection-of-press-freedom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Media Union expressed its deep concern regarding the assault by the interim government forces on several female and male journalists in the town of Jalabiya in the city of Kobani, strongly condemning these practices. It called for the necessity of respecting the freedom of journalistic work and ensuring its neutrality from conflicts, so as to guaranty the transmission of the truth without restrictions or violations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K.Star congratulates on leader&amp;apos;s birthday; founding of YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kstar-congratulates-on-leaders-birthday-founding-of-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kstar-congratulates-on-leaders-birthday-founding-of-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star congratulated on the occasion of the birth of leader Abdullah Ocalan and the 13th anniversary of the establishment of the Women&#039;s Protection Units, affirming that April 4th symbolizes freedom and a renewed beginning of will and awareness. The conference also renewed its pledge to continue the struggle until the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Öcalan is achieved. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:29:26 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Amnesty International calls for immediate release of Narges Mohammadi after her health deteriorated</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/amnesty-international-calls-for-immediate-release-of-narges-mohammadi-after-her-health-deteriorated</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/amnesty-international-calls-for-immediate-release-of-narges-mohammadi-after-her-health-deteriorated</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Amnesty International has called on the Iranian authorities to immediately and unconditionally release the political prisoner Narges Mohammadi, following the deterioration of her health and the growing international concern over the conditions of prisoners in Iran. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:00:53 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ reveal details of meeting with interim Defense Ministry</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-reveal-details-of-meeting-with-interim-defense-ministry</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-reveal-details-of-meeting-with-interim-defense-ministry</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) disclosed details of their meeting with the interim government’s Ministry of Defense, held yesterday, noting that both sides discussed organizational and legal aspects related to the integration process, and clarified that discussions also addressed the issue of prisoner releases, in addition to mechanisms for integrating forces into the military institution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:06:48 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ: our struggle will continue to enhance women&amp;apos;s rights in Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-our-struggle-will-continue-to-enhance-womens-rights-in-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-our-struggle-will-continue-to-enhance-womens-rights-in-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fighters from the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) have affirmed the continuation of their struggle to safeguard women&#039;s rights and enhance their status within society, emphasizing the critical importance of their active participation in building the Syria of the future. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 05:15:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Narges Mohammadi suffers heart attack inside prison</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-suffers-heart-attack-inside-prison</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-suffers-heart-attack-inside-prison</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Political prisoner Narges Mohammadi suffered a heart attack inside Zanjan Prison in Iran. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:36:56 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ delegation meets Interim Govt. defense minister</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-delegation-meets-interim-govt-defense-minister</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-delegation-meets-interim-govt-defense-minister</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A delegation from the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) leadership met with the minister of defense of the Syrian Interim Government, where the two sides discussed the mechanism and form of the units&#039; participation within the structure of the Syrian army. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:05:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Delegation from YPJ arrives in Damascus</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/delegation-from-ypj-arrives-in-damascus</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A military delegation from the leadership of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) arrived in the Syrian capital, Damascus, to hold discussions regarding the units’ affairs. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:19:37 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;With the unity of women, we can guaranty our rights in new Syrian constitution&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/with-the-unity-of-women-we-can-guaranty-our-rights-in-new-syrian-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/with-the-unity-of-women-we-can-guaranty-our-rights-in-new-syrian-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Sherin Oso, a member of the Women&#039;s Council in the Democratic Union Party, believes that Syrian women, thru their solidarity and unity, can guaranty their rights in the new Syrian constitution and protect the gains of the women&#039;s revolution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syriac Women&amp;apos;s Union opens handicrafts exhibition</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syriac-womens-union-opens-handicrafts-exhibition</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Syriac Women&#039;s Union opened a handicrafts exhibition in the city of Qamishlo, which includes 13 booths containing heritage products and decorations for Easter, in a step aimed at supporting and empowering women ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:44:02 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>message to Kurdish parties: Our common goal is to achieve Kurdish unity</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/message-to-kurdish-parties-our-common-goal-is-to-achieve-kurdish-unity</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/message-to-kurdish-parties-our-common-goal-is-to-achieve-kurdish-unity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The spokesperson for the Training Committee in Kongra Star, Ahin Ali, highlighted the importance of Kurdish unity in the current circumstances and addressed a message to all Kurdish parties, affirming that there is a common goal they must work toward, which is achieving Kurdish unity. She also called on Kurdish women to develop democratic political work and organize themselves to lead this phase. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 02:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian activist urges unified women’s voice for rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-activist-urges-unified-womens-voice-for-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-activist-urges-unified-womens-voice-for-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian activist Ster Qasim emphasized the necessity of involving women in drafting the country’s new constitution, ensuring clear provisions that guarantee women’s rights and strengthen their role across all fields. She urged women to unify their voices to defend their rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 05:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Newroz Message: Women call to preserve identity</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/newroz-message-women-call-to-preserve-identity</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/newroz-message-women-call-to-preserve-identity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ With the arrival of Newroz, women from the city of Qamishlo highlighted the importance of this day for the Kurdish people and all peoples of the region, stressing that it represents a symbol of freedom and identity, as well as carrying a cultural dimension and historical heritage passed down through generations. They noted that this year’s Nowruz calls on Kurds to hold firmly to their identity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 03:31:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ congratulate on Eid al&#45;Fitr, Newroz</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-congratulate-on-eid-al-fitr-newroz</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-congratulate-on-eid-al-fitr-newroz</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) congratulated the Kurdish people and the martyrs&#039; families on Eid al-Fitr and Newroz, and affirmed their continued struggle for freedom and democracy. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:42:04 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K. Star congratulates on Newroz and Eid al&#45;Fitr</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-congratulates-on-newroz-and-eid-al-fitr</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-congratulates-on-newroz-and-eid-al-fitr</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star congratulated the Syrian people on the occasions of Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr, expressing hope that they mark the beginning of a new phase in Syria characterized by peace and justice. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 22:23:27 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJK: Let&amp;apos;s make this Newroz guarantee of leader&amp;apos;s freedom, women, peoples&amp;apos; victory</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-lets-make-this-newroz-guarantee-of-leaders-freedom-women-peoples-victory</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-lets-make-this-newroz-guarantee-of-leaders-freedom-women-peoples-victory</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdistan Women&#039;s Community affirmed that its path towards freedom, coinciding with the Newroz holiday, expresses the struggle of Kurdish women for a free life and a democratic society. It called for broad participation in the Newroz celebrations, making it an occasion to proclaim the values of democracy and to embark on a new stage of struggle aimed at achieving the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:12:46 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Outcomes of women’s conference… 17 recommendations to strengthen women’s rights, equality</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/outcomes-of-womens-conference-17-recommendations-to-strengthen-womens-rights-equality</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/outcomes-of-womens-conference-17-recommendations-to-strengthen-womens-rights-equality</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Participants in the Women’s Conference on rights, protection, and integration reached a set of outcomes consisting of 17 points. These emphasized the necessity of constitutionally enshrining the achievements of the women’s revolution, ensuring women’s effective participation in drafting the constitution, recognizing the Women’s Protection Units, and calling for the immediate release of detainees. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:55:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Conference: &amp;quot;Govt. must change policies; women gain protection&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-conference-govt-must-change-policies-women-gain-protection</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-conference-govt-must-change-policies-women-gain-protection</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the Women&#039;s Conference, issues of protection and integration were discussed, and it was emphasized that integration had not yet been achieved, and that the Interim Government is required to amend its policies, stressing that the future Syria could not be built without women and their special protection units. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:07:20 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s conference on rights, protection, integration kicks off</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-conference-on-rights-protection-integration-kicks-off</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-conference-on-rights-protection-integration-kicks-off</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The conference organized by Kongra Star under the slogan “Together to Guarantee Women’s Rights in the Syrian Constitution” has begun, bringing together a series of seminars focusing on politics, rights, protection, and integration. The event is expected to conclude with a final statement. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:44:40 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJAR calls for internationalization of Zeynab Jalalian’s case</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjar-calls-for-internationalization-of-zeynab-jalalians-case</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjar-calls-for-internationalization-of-zeynab-jalalians-case</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Free Women’s Community of Eastern Kurdistan (KJAR) welcomed the supportive stance of the German parliamentarian on the case of Zeynab Jalalian, considering it an important step toward internationalizing the situation of the prisoner, who is serving a life sentence in Iranian prisons. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 14:32:58 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ: Saleh Muslim represents standard of true patriotism</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-saleh-muslim-represents-standard-of-true-patriotism</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-saleh-muslim-represents-standard-of-true-patriotism</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Protection Units expressed their deep sorrow at the passing of Saleh Muslim, a member of the Presidential Council of the Democratic Union Party, and affirmed that he was one of the most prominent political figures who contributed to the struggle for freedom, as he played an important role in the Rojava Revolution and left a legacy of struggle and thought that will remain present in the memory of his people. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:18:32 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Activists: Women’s rights must be enshrined in Syria’s new constitution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/activists-womens-rights-must-be-enshrined-in-syrias-new-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/activists-womens-rights-must-be-enshrined-in-syrias-new-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Activists have stressed the necessity of guaranteeing women’s rights through 50% representation, criminalizing violence against women, and ensuring the safe return of displaced women, within an effective constitution that protects the achievements gained during 14 years of struggle. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Petition campaign demands captives&amp;apos; release and missing fate&amp;apos;s reveal</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/petition-campaign-demands-captives-release-and-missing-fates-reveal</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/petition-campaign-demands-captives-release-and-missing-fates-reveal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Committee for Relations and Democratic Political Agreements at the Kongra Star is preparing to launch a petition campaign demanding the release of captives held by the Syrian Interim Government and the disclosure of the fate of the missing. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:04:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women reject exclusion of YPJ, affirm: Its presence in army is security; societal necessity</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-reject-exclusion-of-ypj-affirm-its-presence-in-army-is-security-societal-necessity</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-reject-exclusion-of-ypj-affirm-its-presence-in-army-is-security-societal-necessity</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in the city of Jal Agha expressed their strong rejection of attempts to exclude the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) from the army, affirming that this step ignores the vital role of the units in protecting the region and women from attacks. They confirmed that strengthening their presence within the army is a fundamental step toward empowering women and maintaining security and stability in Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 04:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian Women pay the highest price of war</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-women-pay-the-highest-price-of-war</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-women-pay-the-highest-price-of-war</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian journalist and activist Insaf Sleitine affirmed that Syrian women today stand at the heart of the consequences of the ongoing war, as they are the most affected by violence, displacement, and economic collapse, amid the absence of a real protection system and the declining presence of women in political decision-making positions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 03:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Event in Sweida on March 8th occasion</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/event-in-sweida-on-march-8th-occasion</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/event-in-sweida-on-march-8th-occasion</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Office in Sweida organized an event on the occasion of International Women&#039;s Day in Sweida, South Syria, with the participation of a number of activists and women of the city. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:01:42 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Military parade by YPJ on International Women’s Day</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/military-parade-by-ypj-on-international-womens-day</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/military-parade-by-ypj-on-international-womens-day</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Female fighters in Rojava held a military parade and commemorated the martyrs of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) on the occasion of International Women’s Day, reaffirming their determination and commitment to protect all women in Syria from injustice and oppression. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:56:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Mass rally held in Kobani on March 8th to demand captives release</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/mass-rally-held-in-kobani-on-march-8th-to-demand-captives-release</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/mass-rally-held-in-kobani-on-march-8th-to-demand-captives-release</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A mass rally was organized in the city of Kobani to commemorate the International Women&#039;s Day and to demand the release of prisoners held by the Interim Government as soon as possible. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:50:20 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>During protest, Derik women emphasizes need to protect women&amp;apos;s gains</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/during-protest-derik-women-emphasizes-need-to-protect-womens-gains</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/during-protest-derik-women-emphasizes-need-to-protect-womens-gains</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The participants in a protest held in the city of Derik demanded the immediate release of all captives held by the Syrian Interim Government, and stressed the need to protect the gains achieved by women in the spirit of March 8th. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:27:20 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>On March 8th, women&amp;apos;s vigil in Hasaka calls for captives held by government release</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/on-march-8th-womens-vigil-in-hasaka-calls-for-captives-held-by-government-release</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/on-march-8th-womens-vigil-in-hasaka-calls-for-captives-held-by-government-release</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ An event held on the occasion of the International Women&#039;s Day (March 8th) turned into a protest denouncing the Syrian Interim Government&#039;s detention of captives from the Syrian Democratic Forces and its refusal to release them despite an existing agreement. During the demonstration, the women and relatives of the captives emphasized, &quot;If the government had a genuine intention to reach an agreement and integrate, they would have released our captives by now.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:35:42 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Qamishlo.. Women&amp;apos;s protest kicks off </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/qamishlo-womens-protest-kicks-off</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A large protest organized by the Kongra Star began a short while ago in the city of Qamishli, on the occasion of International Women&#039;s Day. Hundreds of women and families of prisoners held by the Syrian Democratic Forces participated, demanding that their fate be revealed and that they be released immediately. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:47:24 +0300</pubDate>
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<title> YPJ: Women&amp;apos;s resistance represents hope and meaning of life</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-womens-resistance-represents-hope-and-meaning-of-life</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-womens-resistance-represents-hope-and-meaning-of-life</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The General Command of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) extended its congratulations to all women worldwide on International Women&#039;s Day, calling on young women, mothers, working women, artists, and activists to unite their voices as one force to expand the sea of ​​freedom. It emphasized that women&#039;s resistance represents hope and the meaning of life, and that the slogan &quot;Women, Life, Freedom&quot; is not merely words, but a fundamental equation for the liberation of society as a whole. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 11:43:31 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>SDC emphasis importance of women&amp;apos;s participation in Syrian political process </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/sdc-emphasis-importance-of-womens-participation-in-syrian-political-process</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/sdc-emphasis-importance-of-womens-participation-in-syrian-political-process</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The SDC stressed the vital role Syrian women have played in recent years, rejecting any notion of their presence being merely symbolic, and emphasizing the necessity of ensuring their active participation in the political process and the building of Syria&#039;s future. The Council further emphasized that empowering women is not simply a demand, but a fundamental requirement for guaranteeing a stable and democratic future for the country ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:11:03 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Civil Activist warns of risks to Syrian Women’s hard&#45;won rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/civil-activist-warns-of-risks-to-syrian-womens-hard-won-rights</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Lawyer and civil activist Shorouk Abu Zeidan called on Syrian women to continue their struggle for justice and equality, warning of current fears about losing their achievements. She stressed that believing in women’s role and their right to participate is the way to preserve their rights and gains. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 06:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Journey of Syrian women through history, society</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/journey-of-syrian-women-through-history-society</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ For more than a century, Syrian women have constituted a fundamental pillar in national, social, and political struggle from participating in resistance against occupation to establishing women’s associations and initiatives continuing to defend their rights and their place in society despite growing political and social challenges. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Nada Alliance: Women’s struggle is essential to building just societies</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/nada-alliance-womens-struggle-is-essential-to-building-just-societies</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/nada-alliance-womens-struggle-is-essential-to-building-just-societies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Democratic Women’s Alliance in the Middle East and North Africa, “Nada,” affirmed in a statement issued on the occasion of International Women’s Day that women’s voices will remain strong in the face of wars, reactionary forces, and discrimination until justice, freedom, and dignity are achieved. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:52:24 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Visits by Jazira Women’s Coordination mark International Women’s Day</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/visits-by-jazira-womens-coordination-mark-international-womens-day</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Members of the Jazira Women’s Coordination visited several institutions on Saturday in celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8), emphasizing the important role women have played in the struggle and in building society, while stressing the need to recognize their role and guarantee their constitutional rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 17:02:54 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Role of Syrian women in political and military struggle is focus on March 8 events</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/role-of-syrian-women-in-political-and-military-struggle-is-focus-on-march-8-events</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/role-of-syrian-women-in-political-and-military-struggle-is-focus-on-march-8-events</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women&#039;s and cultural organizations highlighted the struggle of Syrian women and their political and military role in defending society and promoting the values ​​of freedom and equality, demanding the release of all female prisoners and revealing the fate of female detainees, and stressing that the duty of women today is to continue the struggle and unite efforts to build a democratic society based on justice and coexistence ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 14:13:24 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Mass events in 4 cities to commemorate International Women’s Day tomorrow</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/mass-events-in-4-cities-to-commemorate-international-womens-day-tomorrow</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Al-Hasakah, Qamishlo, Derik, and Kobani will host marches and public gatherings tomorrow to celebrate International Women’s Day (March 8). The events are expected to see wide participation from women and local residents, highlighting the role of women in society and advocating for their rights and achievements. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:47:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian human rights organizations: Let March 8 be beacon of peace</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-human-rights-organizations-let-march-8-be-beacon-of-peace</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-human-rights-organizations-let-march-8-be-beacon-of-peace</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian human rights organizations and institutions have stressed that International Women’s Day should serve as an opportunity to promote the values of peace in Syria and become a lasting beacon encouraging dialogue and understanding among Syrians. They also called for joint efforts to end violence and build a democratic state based on respect for human rights, citizenship, and equality, while ensuring women’s active participation in decision-making and in rebuilding Syrian society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 11:23:27 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Tirbespiyê pledge to protect Women, Life, Freedom Revolution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-tirbespiye-pledge-to-protect-women-life-freedom-revolution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-tirbespiye-pledge-to-protect-women-life-freedom-revolution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Tirbespiyê affirmed their commitment to strengthening the resistance and the revolution of “Women, Life, Freedom,” and to protecting and preserving the achievements that have been realized in Rojava. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 06:05:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Message of leader Ocalan read during Women’s Day Activity</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/message-of-leader-ocalan-read-during-womens-day-activity</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Young Women’s Union in the city of Çil Axa organized an event to read the message of leader Abdullah Ocalan regarding March 8, International Women’s Day, which he had sent to women last year as part of the activities marking the occasion. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 17:55:15 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Marathon held in Kobani to mark March 8</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/marathon-held-in-kobani-to-mark-march-8</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ As part of the celebrations of March 8, International Women’s Day, the Young Women’s Movement in Kobani organized a running race and a cycling marathon, with wide participation from the city’s young women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:48:42 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women, social cohesion: When Celebration becomes recognition of structural role – Daad Qanou</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-social-cohesion-when-celebration-becomes-recognition-of-structural-role-daad-qanou</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s Internal Security Forces strengthen stability in Rojava</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-internal-security-forces-strengthen-stability-in-rojava</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-internal-security-forces-strengthen-stability-in-rojava</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Internal Security Forces – Women continue their work to enhance security and stability in the region. Commander Halat Mohammed confirmed that “women will remain at the forefront of those defending the security and stability of their areas in Rojava.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:15:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>MAF&#45;DAD member: attacks on Rojava directly targeted women’s freedom</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/maf-dat-member-attacks-on-rojava-directly-targeted-womens-freedom</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/maf-dat-member-attacks-on-rojava-directly-targeted-womens-freedom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rengin Ergul, a member of the (MAF-DAD) delegation, stated that the attacks launched on Rojava primarily targeted women’s freedom. She confirmed that they are preparing a special section within their report documenting the violations, specifically addressing the crimes committed against women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>March 8th events continue amid calls to guarantee women&amp;apos;s rights in new Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/march-8th-events-continue-amid-calls-to-guarantee-womens-rights-in-new-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/march-8th-events-continue-amid-calls-to-guarantee-womens-rights-in-new-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Cities in Jazira region witnessed a range of diverse activities and events on the occasion of the approaching International Women&#039;s Day, March 8th. The participants in these events focused on the importance of continuing women&#039;s struggle against the patriarchal systems and guaranteeing their rights and the gains they have achieved within the new Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:13:10 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Jiyan Hassan calls to constitutionally protect Syrian women’s gains</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/jiyan-hassan-calls-to-constitutionally-protect-syrian-womens-gains</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/jiyan-hassan-calls-to-constitutionally-protect-syrian-womens-gains</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Jiyan Hassan, Advisor to the Autonomous Administration in Jazira, pointed out that this year’s March 8 comes under exceptional circumstances due to rapid changes and conflicts in the Middle East and around the world. She affirmed the continued struggle of women in confronting these challenges, stressing the necessity of protecting the achievements of Syrian women and consolidating them within legal and constitutional frameworks. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Lecture on March 8th affirms women&amp;apos;s continued struggle to secure their rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/lecture-on-march-8th-affirms-womens-continued-struggle-to-secure-their-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/lecture-on-march-8th-affirms-womens-continued-struggle-to-secure-their-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star, as part of the activities of International Women&#039;s Day (March 8th), held a lecture during which it emphasized the importance of continuing the women&#039;s struggle for freedom and women&#039;s rights, and called for turning every day of the year into an occasion to continue this struggle. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:14:55 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Various events affirm women&amp;apos;s role in preserving heritage, continuing struggle</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/various-events-affirm-womens-role-in-preserving-heritage-continuing-struggle</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/various-events-affirm-womens-role-in-preserving-heritage-continuing-struggle</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Rojava cities witnessed a series of cultural and community events on the occasion of International Women&#039;s Day, in which the role of women in preserving cultural identity and enhancing their presence in various fields of life was emphasized, stressing the importance of continuing women&#039;s work and consolidating the values of unity and equality. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:02:41 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K. Star condemns assassination of Iraqi activist, demands urgent investigation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-condemns-assassination-of-iraqi-activist-demands-urgent-investigation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-condemns-assassination-of-iraqi-activist-demands-urgent-investigation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star issued a written statement today strongly condemning the assassination of human rights activist and head of the Organization of Women’s Freedom in Iraq, Yanar Mohammed, which took place on the morning of Monday, March 2, 2026, in Baghdad. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:54:36 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Human tableau, braiding commemorate International Women&amp;apos;s Day in Hasaka</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/human-tableau-braiding-commemorate-international-womens-day-in-hasaka</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Young Women&#039;s Union organized an event in the city of Hasaka, which included drawing a human tableau of the number 8, in celebration of the International Women&#039;s Day, in addition to braiding their hair in a scene that reflected unity and solidarity among women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 15:30:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Murals in Qamishlo to celebrate International Women&amp;apos;s Day</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/murals-in-qamishlo-to-celebrate-international-womens-day</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The People&#039;s Municipality in Qamishlo, in coordination with a team from the &quot;Orchid Group&quot;, completed an artistic mural in the March 12th Martyrs Stadium, on the occasion of the International Women&#039;s Day, which included pictures of a number of international female figures, confirming the continuity of women&#039;s struggle throughout history. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:47:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Yanar Mohammed: Journey of struggle for women’s freedom in Iraq</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/yanar-mohammed-journey-of-struggle-for-womens-freedom-in-iraq</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/yanar-mohammed-journey-of-struggle-for-womens-freedom-in-iraq</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ For 23 years, Iraqi political activist Yanar Mohammed has relentlessly fought against discriminatory ideas and sectarian policies, dedicating her efforts to defending women&#039;s rights and enhancing their status in society, striving to establish the principles of equality and justice. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:24:48 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Nada Alliance rejects military escalation, emphasizes just peace</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/nada-alliance-rejects-military-escalation-emphasizes-just-peace</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/nada-alliance-rejects-military-escalation-emphasizes-just-peace</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Nida Alliance announced its rejection of military escalation in the Middle East region, affirming its opposition to turning homelands into open arenas of destruction. It emphasized the importance of achieving peace based on justice and sovereignty, derived from the will of the peoples and not from the policies of colonial powers. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:05:06 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star holds meeting in Hasaka on March 8th</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-holds-meeting-in-hasaka-on-march-8th</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-holds-meeting-in-hasaka-on-march-8th</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star organized an expanded meeting in the city of Hasaka, during which it highlighted the symbolism of March 8th, reviewing the long struggle that women have waged to achieve their rights and restore their status in society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:40:40 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJK launches &amp;quot;It&amp;apos;s Women&amp;apos;s Time&amp;quot; campaign, calls for participation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-launches-its-womens-time-campaign-calls-for-participation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-launches-its-womens-time-campaign-calls-for-participation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdistan Women&#039;s Community (KJK) launched the &quot;It&#039;s Women&#039;s Time&quot; campaign to confront the subjugation and marginalization of women and all forms of violence against them, stressing its endeavor to transform the struggle into a positive force for change, and calling on women of the world to actively participate in it. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:16:51 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdish Women&amp;apos;s Union holds meeting in Amed to reinforce solidarity against challenges</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-womens-union-holds-meeting-in-amed-to-reinforce-solidarity-against-challenges</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-womens-union-holds-meeting-in-amed-to-reinforce-solidarity-against-challenges</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ &quot;Kurdish Women&#039;s Union&quot; platform organized an expanded meeting in the city of Amed in Northern Kurdistan, with the participation of representatives and activists from Kurdistan and abroad, where the meeting aims to consolidate women&#039;s solidarity and coordinate joint efforts in confronting the escalating challenges and wars witnessed in the Middle East region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:49:02 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s struggle is for freedom and democracy</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-struggle-is-for-freedom-and-democracy</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-struggle-is-for-freedom-and-democracy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women affirmed that they will defend their rights through the philosophy of women’s life and freedom, and that they will not abandon their struggle until democracy, justice, and freedom are achieved. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 02:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women in Kobani affirm continued struggle to support YPJ</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-kobani-affirm-continued-struggle-to-support-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-kobani-affirm-continued-struggle-to-support-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hundreds of women in the city of Kobani marched in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), with participants stressing that these units represent the true identity of Kurdish women and their spirit of resistance. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:17:26 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>March 8 Events scheduled in six cities</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/march-8-events-scheduled-in-six-cities</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star announced a detailed program of activities to be organized in six cities Qamishlo, Tirbespiyê, Amuda, Girkê Legê,, Derik, and Jal Agha on the occasion of International Women’s Day, from March 1 to 8. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 16:59:25 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>First International Women’s Day events kick off in Kobani tomorrow</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/first-international-womens-day-events-kick-off-in-kobani-tomorrow</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/first-international-womens-day-events-kick-off-in-kobani-tomorrow</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Tomorrow, Sunday, the first events for International Women’s Day will begin in the city of Kobani. Activities will start with decorating the city and organizing a march in support of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ). The events are scheduled to continue until March 8, the official date of the occasion, through a series of diverse activities and programs. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:30:44 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K Star  announces International Women&amp;apos;s Day events in 4 cities</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-announces-international-womens-day-events-in-4-cities</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-announces-international-womens-day-events-in-4-cities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star announced its program of events to be held in Hasaka, Zirgan, Tel Tamer, and Derbasiyah, in celebration of International Women&#039;s Day. The program includes a range of artistic and cultural activities, as well as city decorations and candle lighting at shrines. Meetings and gatherings will also be held to highlight the importance of this day and its significance in strengthening the role and status of women in society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:16:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>UN Commissioner warns of rising violence against women worldwide</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-commissioner-warns-of-rising-violence-against-women-worldwide</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-commissioner-warns-of-rising-violence-against-women-worldwide</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk warned of increasing threats and violations targeting women worldwide, stressing that violence against women constitutes a &quot;global emergency&quot;. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:52:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities arrest journalist for 2nd time without explanation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-journalist-for-2nd-time-without-explanation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-journalist-for-2nd-time-without-explanation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Journalist Elah Mohammadi has been arrested again by Iranian authorities, without any explanation of the reasons for the arrest nor giving any further details so far. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:54:42 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Details of International Women&amp;apos;s Day celebrations </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/details-of-international-womens-day-celebrations</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/details-of-international-womens-day-celebrations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in Rojava, Kurdistan, have enthusiastically launched their March 8th program, amidst serious demands to protect their achievements. The program&#039;s organizing committee will announce the location and date of the celebration in the first days of March. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:27:06 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>26 social orgs., women&amp;apos;s movements demand guaranty of YPJ existence</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/26-social-orgs-womens-movements-demand-guaranty-of-ypj-existence</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/26-social-orgs-womens-movements-demand-guaranty-of-ypj-existence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ 26 civil society organizations and women&#039;s movements in Rojava, Kurdistan, and Syria sent an open letter to human rights organizations, women&#039;s rights movements, and the Security Council, demanding the guaranty of the presence of Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ). ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:48:43 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women: We to never give up our gains</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-we-to-never-give-up-our-gains</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-we-to-never-give-up-our-gains</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women affirmed that they would continue to support the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ) until the end, and that they would continue their struggle within the Rojava Revolution until their rights are achieved. They also stressed that women in other Syrian cities should not accept defeat or surrender. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:40:07 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>In march supporting YPJ: &amp;quot;Let&amp;apos;s strengthen our unity, protect our gains&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/in-march-supporting-ypj-lets-strengthen-our-unity-protect-our-gains</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/in-march-supporting-ypj-lets-strengthen-our-unity-protect-our-gains</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The city of Qamishlo witnessed a large march in which women participated in support of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), and they stressed that these units represent a living embodiment of the free will of women, and that they will remain unbreakable no matter how severe the challenges become. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:42:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJK calls for urgent action to protect Shengal, recognize its AA</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-calls-for-urgent-action-to-protect-shengal-recognize-its-aa</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-calls-for-urgent-action-to-protect-shengal-recognize-its-aa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdistan Women&#039;s Communities (KJK) called for broad diplomatic, political and societal action to protect Shengal, and ensure recognition of its Autonomous Administration, warning of the dangers of &quot;new genocidal schemes&quot; that may target the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:13:43 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Leyla Güven declares solidarity with activist Narges Mohammadi</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/leyla-guven-declares-solidarity-with-activist-narges-mohammadi</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/leyla-guven-declares-solidarity-with-activist-narges-mohammadi</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The imprisoned politician Leyla Güven declared her full solidarity with the activist Narges Mohammadi, confirming her support for her hunger strike, and stressed her support for Iranian women, and the unity of their common struggle under the slogan &quot;Jin, Jiyan, Azadî&quot;. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:31:40 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Afghanistan: Taliban issues law allowing beating of women, children</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/afghanistan-taliban-issues-law-allowing-beating-of-women-children</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/afghanistan-taliban-issues-law-allowing-beating-of-women-children</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Taliban movement has announced a new penal law that permits men to use violence against women and children. It also stipulates punishment for women who seek refuge in their family homes to escape abuse, raising widespread concerns about the protection of women and children in Afghanistan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 11:27:11 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Daughter of Faysal Abu Layla: We will protect our father’s legacy</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/daughter-of-faysal-abu-layla-we-will-protect-our-fathers-legacy</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/daughter-of-faysal-abu-layla-we-will-protect-our-fathers-legacy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The daughter of the martyr Faysal Abu Layla said they will preserve the legacy of her father and his comrades and defend their city together. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities arrest 4 women for participating in protests</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-4-women-for-participating-in-protests</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-4-women-for-participating-in-protests</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities arrested four women after raiding their homes and taking them to an unknown location, due to their participation in the popular protests ongoing in the country. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:55:15 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K Star: Kobani experiences greatest tragedy in history amid world&amp;apos;s silence</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-kobani-experiences-greatest-tragedy-in-history-amid-worlds-silence</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-kobani-experiences-greatest-tragedy-in-history-amid-worlds-silence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star pointed to the severe siege imposed on the city of Kobani and the difficult situation of children in the city, stressing that the city is currently experiencing the greatest tragedy in its history, amid continued global silence regarding the inhumane violations committed by the mercenaries of the Turkish occupation state. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:51:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K Star representative visits local council in Cauca, Colombia</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-representative-visits-local-council-in-cauca-colombia</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-representative-visits-local-council-in-cauca-colombia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A representative of the Kongra Star visited the local council of a town in the city of Cauca, Colombia. The meeting focused on exchanging experiences and expertise in the areas of community organization and local administration, within the framework of strengthening relations and exchanging experiences ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:41:27 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Journalistic investigation documents testimonies of Alawite women about kidnapping, violence</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/journalistic-investigation-documents-testimonies-of-alawite-women-about-kidnapping-violence</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/journalistic-investigation-documents-testimonies-of-alawite-women-about-kidnapping-violence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ An investigation conducted by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) revealed testimonies from Syrian Alawite women who spoke about being subjected to kidnapping and rape in the Syrian coastal region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 17:44:20 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Launch of March 8 events program in Rojava, North and East Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/launch-of-march-8-events-program-in-rojava-north-and-east-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/launch-of-march-8-events-program-in-rojava-north-and-east-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Joint Platform of Women’s Movements and Organizations in Rojava and North and East Syria announced the program of activities for March 8, featuring marches, protest vigils, mass events, and online campaigns. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:09:59 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>National, international campaign to include women’s rights in new Syrian constitution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/national-international-campaign-to-include-womens-rights-in-new-syrian-constitution</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/national-international-campaign-to-include-womens-rights-in-new-syrian-constitution</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Joint Platform of Women’s Organizations’ Activities in Rojava and North and East Syria announced the launch of a national and international campaign ahead of March 8, calling for the inclusion of the gains of the women’s revolution in the new constitution, the adoption of the co-presidency principle and a 50% quota, and guarantees to hold perpetrators of violations accountable while protecting the rights of all components. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:16:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Delegation of women from Rojava continues its meetings in Latin America</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/delegation-of-women-from-rojava-continues-its-meetings-in-latin-america</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/delegation-of-women-from-rojava-continues-its-meetings-in-latin-america</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Berivan Khalid explained that their visit to Latin America is still ongoing, noting that the delegation will visit a number of countries in the region as part of the tour, where it will hold a series of meetings with institutions and women figures to discuss a number of issues and matters of common interest and to enhance prospects for cooperation ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:53:38 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Removal of women’s rights slogans in Tabqa sparks controversy</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/removal-of-womens-rights-slogans-in-tabqa-sparks-controversy</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/removal-of-womens-rights-slogans-in-tabqa-sparks-controversy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The removal of pro-women’s rights slogans in the city of Tabqa has stirred controversy after a group of young men erased phrases painted on the walls of schools and public institutions calling for the protection of women and the promotion of their rights and freedoms in society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:23:58 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women World Conference announces international women&amp;apos;s network establishment</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-world-conference-announces-international-womens-network-establishment</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-world-conference-announces-international-womens-network-establishment</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ At the conclusion of the World Conference of Women, the participants announced the establishment of an international women&#039;s network to struggle against war, genocide, capitalism, and patriarchy, as its activities will extend across continents from Abya Yala to Kurdistan, with the aim of uniting feminist movements, strengthening forms of joint resistance, and coordinating efforts at the global level. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:15:24 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Young Women: Attacks on Rojava continue February 15 Conspiracy</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/young-women-attacks-on-rojava-continue-february-15-conspiracy</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/young-women-attacks-on-rojava-continue-february-15-conspiracy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The young women in Tirbespiyê stated that the attacks targeting Rojava are a continuation of the international conspiracy that was carried out on February 15 against leader Abdullah Ocalan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star: Leader&amp;apos;s ideology is liberation&amp;apos;s essence, women manage to thwart conspiracies</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-leaders-ideology-is-liberations-essence-women-manage-to-thwart-conspiracies</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-leaders-ideology-is-liberations-essence-women-manage-to-thwart-conspiracies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star affirmed that the international conspiracy against the leader Abdullah Ocalan was an organized attempt to undermine the will of the peoples and abort the democratic liberation project based on the freedom of women and society. In a statement, it emphasized that targeting the leader&#039;s ideology is targeting the path to genuine peace in the region, reiterating its commitment to continuing the struggle along his path and strengthening the role of women as a force capable of thwarting all plots targeting their existence and identity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 15:07:13 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Narges Mohammadi transferred to Zanjan prison without family notice</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-transferred-to-zanjan-prison-without-family-notice</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-transferred-to-zanjan-prison-without-family-notice</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian activist and 2023 Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been transferred from a detention center in Mashhad to a prison in Zanjan without informing her family, following a seven-and-a-half-year prison sentence. The Nobel Committee has expressed serious concern over her deteriorating health. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 21:40:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdish Women’s National Unity Committee calls for inclusive Kurdistan National Conference</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-womens-national-unity-committee-calls-for-inclusive-kurdistan-national-conference</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-womens-national-unity-committee-calls-for-inclusive-kurdistan-national-conference</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdish Women’s National Unity Committee in Rojava has called for the convening of a comprehensive Kurdistan National Conference bringing together representatives from all four parts of Kurdistan, with the aim of unifying political vision and coordinating positions in service of the Kurdish people’s higher national interests. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:31:58 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star in Kobani condemns crimes committed against women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-in-kobani-condemns-crimes-committed-against-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-in-kobani-condemns-crimes-committed-against-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star in the city of Kobani organized an event as part of the recently launched “Braids Campaign,” during which participants condemned the crimes committed against women in Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:58:01 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Jineology Academy documents execution of 18 civilians and killing of 18 children</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/jineology-academy-documents-execution-of-18-civilians-and-killing-of-18-children</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/jineology-academy-documents-execution-of-18-civilians-and-killing-of-18-children</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Academy of Jineology in Rojava prepared two reports, titled &quot;War Crimes in North and East Syria&quot; and &quot;Some cases of War Crimes Against Children in North and East Syria,&quot; documenting with photos and videos the killing and execution of 18 civilians and 18 children by factions affiliated with the Syrian Interim Government. Academy member Liman Sheikho stated, &quot;By killing the children, they wanted to say, &#039;We will kill your future too.&#039;&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:38:07 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Survivor of Kharab Ishk massacre recounts details: attacks were brutal</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/survivor-of-kharab-ishk-massacre-recounts-details-attacks-were-brutal</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/survivor-of-kharab-ishk-massacre-recounts-details-attacks-were-brutal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Fatima Haj Mahmoud, a young woman who survived the Kharab Ishk massacre, recounted the details of the massacre carried out by factions of the interim government backed by the Turkish occupation. She affirmed that what happened to her family is part of the massacres committed against the Kurds, stressing that the amputation of her legs will not prevent her from continuing her education. She said she will pursue her law studies in accordance with her parents’ wishes in order to defend the rights of the Kurdish people in the future. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Tirbespiyê: Our leader’s demand is peace</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-tirbespiye-our-leaders-demand-is-peace</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-tirbespiye-our-leaders-demand-is-peace</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in Tirbespiyê stated that the demand of their leader, Abdullah Ocalan, has always been peace, stressing that peace and stability can only be achieved when his physical freedom is realized. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Human Rights Activist Narges Mohammadi sentenced to 6 years in prison</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/human-rights-activist-narges-mohammadi-sentenced-to-6-years-in-prison</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/human-rights-activist-narges-mohammadi-sentenced-to-6-years-in-prison</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have sentenced human rights activist Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, to six years in prison. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 19:32:52 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Kobani: despite siege, we are determined to resist</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-kobani-despite-siege-we-are-determined-to-resist</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-kobani-despite-siege-we-are-determined-to-resist</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Kobani affirmed that despite the suffocating siege imposed on the city and the great difficulties they are facing, they are determined to continue their resistance. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 06:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>TJK&#45; E in Europe condemns anti&#45;women, Kurds media</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/tjk-e-in-europe-condemns-anti-women-kurds-media</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/tjk-e-in-europe-condemns-anti-women-kurds-media</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdish Women’s Movement – Europe (TJK- E) today issued a statement condemning the systematic genocidal policies against the Kurdish people in Rojava. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 21:12:28 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women in Kobani march for women&amp;apos;s revolution gains</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-kobani-march-for-womens-revolution-gains</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-kobani-march-for-womens-revolution-gains</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hundreds of women in the city of Kobani marched in a mass demonstration, affirming their commitment to defend the achievements of the Rojava revolution, preserving women&#039;s gains, and emphasizing their leading role in the social struggle. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 15:12:53 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities arrest 3 women, child</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-3-women-child</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-3-women-child</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have arrested three women and a 14-year-old girl in the cities of Kermanshah, Harsin, and Tehran within just three days of protests. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 12:54:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women: Leader&amp;apos;s freedom essential for peace, stability in Middle East</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-leaders-freedom-essential-for-peace-stability-in-middle-east</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-leaders-freedom-essential-for-peace-stability-in-middle-east</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Amuda demanded the release of leader Abdullah Ocalan, asserting that his continued detention hinders peace and stability in the Middle East. They emphasized that his freedom is an urgent necessity to prevent further violence and establish peace. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 03:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>French delegation visits Women’s Protection Units (YPJ)</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/french-delegation-visits-womens-protection-units-ypj</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/french-delegation-visits-womens-protection-units-ypj</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A French delegation visiting Rojava met with the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ). The meeting was attended by YPJ General Command members Rohlat Afrin and Vian Azar. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:23:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women in Qamishlo: Popular resistance will defeat occupation plans</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-qamishlo-popular-resistance-will-defeat-occupation-plans</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-qamishlo-popular-resistance-will-defeat-occupation-plans</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from Qamishlo stated that popular resistance, led by women, sends a powerful message to the enemy and foils its plans, affirming their determination to continue the struggle to protect the gains of the revolution and guarantee rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Delegation of Kurdish artists visits K Star </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/delegation-of-kurdish-artists-visits-k-star</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A delegation of Kurdish artists and intellectuals who came to Rojava to support the resistance visited the headquarters of the Kongra Star ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:45:15 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Kobani: We will defend  revolution’s gains</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-kobani-we-will-defend-revolutions-gains</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-kobani-we-will-defend-revolutions-gains</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women of the city of Kobani affirmed that despite the severe siege, they continue to resist and will not abandon the path of struggle, stating: “We are confident in our strength and we will protect the gains of our revolution.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>At least 200 Indian feminist, academic figures express solidarity with Rojava</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/at-least-200-indian-feminist-academic-figures-express-solidarity-with-rojava</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/at-least-200-indian-feminist-academic-figures-express-solidarity-with-rojava</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 200 feminist, academic, artistic, and media figures in India have declared their solidarity with Rojava, affirming that the democratic model based on women’s leadership represents a source of global inspiration. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:30:43 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Coordination Committee emphasizes importance of Kurdish unity to preserve Rojava&amp;apos;s achievements</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-coordination-committee-emphasizes-importance-of-kurdish-unity-to-preserve-rojavas-achievements</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-coordination-committee-emphasizes-importance-of-kurdish-unity-to-preserve-rojavas-achievements</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A member of the Women&#039;s Coordination Committee in North and East Syria stressed the need for strong Kurdish unity to preserve the gains achieved in Rojava, calling on Kurds throughout Kurdistan to support the Rojava resistance. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>women&amp;apos;s initiative in Turkey calls for end to attacks on Rojava, opening of Kobani border crossing</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-initiative-in-turkey-calls-for-end-to-attacks-on-rojava-opening-of-kobani-border-crossing</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-initiative-in-turkey-calls-for-end-to-attacks-on-rojava-opening-of-kobani-border-crossing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The &quot;I Need Peace&quot; women&#039;s initiative, active in Turkey, called for an end to the attacks targeting the Kurdish people in Rojava, demanding the opening of the Kobani border crossing to ensure the delivery of essential supplies to the region. The initiative also stressed the need to guarantee the rights of the Kurdish people in Syria and respect their right to security, peace, and a dignified life. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:56:46 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star condemns media incitement campaigns against Kurds</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-condemns-media-incitement-campaigns-against-kurds</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-condemns-media-incitement-campaigns-against-kurds</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star condemned the incitement campaigns broadcast by some Arab media outlets against the Kurdish people, which include encouragement of violence against women, stressing the need to confront the fabricated media campaigns that target the security and stability of the region, and calling for their boycott and holding those behind them accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:19:06 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>K. Star calls for turning global squares into arenas of resistance in support of Rojava</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-calls-for-turning-global-squares-into-arenas-of-resistance-in-support-of-rojava</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/k-star-calls-for-turning-global-squares-into-arenas-of-resistance-in-support-of-rojava</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star affirmed its response to the call of the “Women Defend Rojava” campaign, urging feminist movements and democratic forces worldwide to transform public squares on 31 January into arenas of intellectual and physical resistance, in support of Rojava’s resistance against genocidal attacks. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:42:02 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Protest against attacks on Rojava, violation of truce</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/protest-against-attacks-on-rojava-violation-of-truce</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/protest-against-attacks-on-rojava-violation-of-truce</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women of Jazira region expressed their rejection of the attacks on the cities of Rojava and the violation of the truce by the mercenaries of the Interim Government supported by the Turkish occupation, through a protest organized in the city of Hasaka. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:01:51 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s Authority calls for urgent international intervention to halt attacks; siege on Kobani</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-authority-calls-for-urgent-international-intervention-to-halt-attacks-siege-on-kobani</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-authority-calls-for-urgent-international-intervention-to-halt-attacks-siege-on-kobani</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Authority in the Euphrates Canton has called for urgent international intervention to stop the attacks on the city of Kobani and its villages and to lift the siege imposed on the region, stressing the need to respect human rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:51:27 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Czech journalist voices support for Rojava Kurds despite political silence</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/czech-journalist-voices-support-for-rojava-kurds-despite-political-silence</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/czech-journalist-voices-support-for-rojava-kurds-despite-political-silence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Czech journalist Markéta Kotílova renewed her support for the Kurdish people in Rojava during a visit aimed at documenting the situation on the ground and conveying the truth to the world. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 21:01:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ: Attacks on women will not go unpunished</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-attacks-on-women-will-not-go-unpunished</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-attacks-on-women-will-not-go-unpunished</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) announced that the women’s revolution will continue despite all attacks, stressing that its existence cannot be erased nor its will broken, and that its hopes will not fade no matter how intense the assaults become. The statement emphasized that crimes committed against its fighters will not go unaccounted for, calling on the women of Kurdistan and the world to respond to the call for general mobilization and to join the resistance of Rojava. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:46:55 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Rohlat Afrin calls on Kurdish people in Europe</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/rohlat-afrin-calls-on-kurdish-people-in-europe</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/rohlat-afrin-calls-on-kurdish-people-in-europe</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On behalf of the leadership of the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) and the fighters in Rojava Kurdistan, Rohlat Afrin called on the Kurdish people in Europe to head toward Rojava in support, urging them to join today’s march in Dortmund. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:54:16 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>“Braid” sparks outrage across borders</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/braid-sparks-outrage-across-borders</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/braid-sparks-outrage-across-borders</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The cutting of the braid of a fighter from the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ) has triggered widespread condemnation and cross-border outrage. Millions of women and young women from countries around the world shared videos expressing their rejection of all forms of violence and calling for the perpetrator to be held accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:41:54 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ Leader: Hasakah is immune to sedition, our forces are ready to confront any attack</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-leader-hasakah-is-immune-to-sedition-our-forces-are-ready-to-confront-any-attack</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-leader-hasakah-is-immune-to-sedition-our-forces-are-ready-to-confront-any-attack</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Raya Mohammad, a leading figure in the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), affirmed the readiness of the military forces in Hasakah to repel any attack, warning against attempts to incite sedition between Kurds and Arabs. She stressed: “We will not allow mercenaries to enter, nor will we allow ISIS mercenaries to escape.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 02:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Cutting YPJ fighter’s braid triggers protests in Amuda</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/cutting-ypj-fighters-braid-triggers-protests-in-amuda</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/cutting-ypj-fighters-braid-triggers-protests-in-amuda</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A group of young women in the city of Amuda organized a protest action in response to an incident in which a mercenary cut the braid of a female fighter from the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ). The participants stressed that women’s freedom is a red line that cannot be violated. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:35:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Widespread women’s anger sweeps social media: “In Place of One Braid, Millions Will Grow”</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/widespread-womens-anger-sweeps-social-media-in-place-of-one-braid-millions-will-grow</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/widespread-womens-anger-sweeps-social-media-in-place-of-one-braid-millions-will-grow</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women expressed widespread anger across social media platforms after a mercenary cut off the braid of a fighter from the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ). In response, women shared photos of their own braids, declaring: “In place of every braid, millions of braids will grow.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:53:30 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Call to strengthen Kurdish unity in face of attacks, genocidal policies</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/call-to-strengthen-kurdish-unity-in-face-of-attacks-genocidal-policies</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/call-to-strengthen-kurdish-unity-in-face-of-attacks-genocidal-policies</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from Amuda affirmed that the current phase requires strengthening Kurdish unity, stressing that unity is the guarantee against repeated attacks and genocidal policies targeting the Kurdish people. They also expressed their support for the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), emphasizing their commitment to the land and the defense of the gains of their revolution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 02:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star members announce their joining general mobilization</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-members-announce-their-joining-general-mobilization</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-members-announce-their-joining-general-mobilization</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star members confirmed their joining the general mobilization, and stressed the continuation of their struggle in the squares, supporting the forces, and defending the region against the attacks of the Interim Government&#039;s mercenaries. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:56:26 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>2 YPJ fighters held captive by Interim Govt.&amp;apos;s mercenaries </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/2-ypj-fighters-held-captive-by-interim-govts-mercenaries</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/2-ypj-fighters-held-captive-by-interim-govts-mercenaries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Two fighters of the Women Protection Unites (YPJ) were held captive at the hands of the Syrian Interim Government in the Deir ez-Zor region, sparking widespread public and women&#039;s anger and resentment, with calls for their immediate release and for those responsible for this crime to be held accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 10:32:07 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Jazira: Martyr Deniz symbolizes struggle, resistance in epic of Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafiyeh</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-jazira-martyr-deniz-symbolizes-struggle-resistance-in-epic-of-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafiyeh</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-jazira-martyr-deniz-symbolizes-struggle-resistance-in-epic-of-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafiyeh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from Jazira Canton affirmed that the epic of Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafiyeh embodies the will of free peoples, and that the martyred leader Deniz Çiya and her fellow martyrs have become symbols of struggle and steadfastness, and a driving force to continue resistance and defend dignity and existence. They stressed that their blood will not be shed in vain, and that the free will of women will remain a shield protecting society and human values in the face of policies of killing, genocide, and ongoing attacks. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:09:25 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s platform launches solidarity campaign with DAA, Iranian protests</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-platform-launches-solidarity-campaign-with-daa-iranian-protests</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-platform-launches-solidarity-campaign-with-daa-iranian-protests</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Transnational Democratic Platform for Women launched a campaign to support the ongoing protests in Iran and the Democratic Autonomous Administration in Rojava and North and East Syria, emphasizing that transnational feminist solidarity is a historical necessity to confront oppression and wars in the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:19:25 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Last message of martyr Deniz Çiya whose body mutilated by mercenaries</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/last-message-of-martyr-deniz-ciya-whose-body-mutilated-by-mercenaries</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/last-message-of-martyr-deniz-ciya-whose-body-mutilated-by-mercenaries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The member of the Internal Security Forces in Sheikh Maqsoud, whose body was mutilated by the mercenaries, addressed a final message to her comrades and people before her martyrdom, in which she said, &quot;We are besieged by the enemy, who poses a grave danger to the entire world and the inhabitants of the region, especially women, but it is necessary for all our comrades and people to know that we will fight to the last breath no matter what happens, there is nothing more important than protecting the dignity of our people.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:44:13 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women hold international powers responsible for massacres in Sheikh Maqsoud &#45; Ashrafieh</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-hold-international-powers-responsible-for-massacres-in-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-hold-international-powers-responsible-for-massacres-in-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women expressed their strong condemnation of the massacres and violations committed against women, children, and civilians in the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods, stressing that the silence of international powers in the face of these massacres is no less dangerous than the perpetrators themselves. They emphasized the need to open an international investigation to ensure accountability and prevent impunity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 05:30:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Council calls for holding Sheikh Maqsoud massacres&amp;apos; perpetrators accountable</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-council-calls-for-holding-sheikh-maqsoud-massacres-perpetrators-accountable</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-council-calls-for-holding-sheikh-maqsoud-massacres-perpetrators-accountable</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) strongly condemned the attacks targeting the residents of the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafiyeh neighborhoods, praising the heroic resistance of the residents, and describing the role of women in this resistance as an extension of the free women&#039;s struggle against injustice and tyranny. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:44:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Internal Security – Women: Crimes in Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafieh reflect grave disregard for human life</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/internal-security-women-crimes-in-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh-reflect-grave-disregard-for-human-life</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/internal-security-women-crimes-in-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh-reflect-grave-disregard-for-human-life</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Internal Security Forces – Women in the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria strongly condemned the crimes and violations committed by mercenaries of the interim government against the residents of the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods, particularly the crime of desecrating the body of a female member of the Internal Security Forces. The statement affirmed that these crimes reflect a dangerously grave disregard for human life. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 10:19:04 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Sudanese Researcher: Mutilation of Security Forces member’s body is flagran violation of human rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/sudanese-researcher-mutilation-of-security-forces-members-body-is-flagran-violation-of-human-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/sudanese-researcher-mutilation-of-security-forces-members-body-is-flagran-violation-of-human-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A Sudanese activist and researcher warned of the seriousness of crimes and violations committed against civilians in the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods of Aleppo, stressing that the mutilation of the body of a member of the Internal Security Forces constitutes a flagrant violation of human rights and undermines any claim of building a transitional phase based on justice and human rights in Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women: Leader Abdullah Ocalan supports democratic solutions</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-leader-abdullah-ocalan-supports-democratic-solutions</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-leader-abdullah-ocalan-supports-democratic-solutions</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from Raqqa Canton affirmed that achieving the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan would have a positive impact on the Syrian reality by enabling his intellectual role in supporting democratic solutions and strengthening dialogue among all Syrian components, thereby contributing to the building of a democratic Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 03:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Urgent appeal from Nada Alliance demands end to genocide in besieged Aleppo neighborhoods</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/urgent-appeal-from-nada-alliance-demands-end-to-genocide-in-besieged-aleppo-neighborhoods</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/urgent-appeal-from-nada-alliance-demands-end-to-genocide-in-besieged-aleppo-neighborhoods</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Regional Democratic Women&#039;s Alliance in the Middle East and North Africa issued an urgent appeal demanding an immediate end to the genocide being perpetrated against the residents of the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods in Aleppo. The Alliance also stressed the importance of opening an international legal avenue for accountability regarding the crimes committed and holding those responsible to account. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:12:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women take to streets for Sheikh Maqsoud&#45; Ashrafieh</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-take-to-streets-for-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-take-to-streets-for-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the Euphrates region marched to condemn the massacres committed against the residents of Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafieh, and Bani Zeid, to praise their struggle and resistance, and to denounce the international silence surrounding these events. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 16:51:49 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star calls on international opinion to act against massacres in Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafieh</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-calls-on-international-opinion-to-act-against-massacres-in-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-calls-on-international-opinion-to-act-against-massacres-in-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star strongly condemned the massacres and violations committed against women, children, and civilians in the neighborhoods of Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh, calling on human rights institutions and women’s organizations not to remain silent and to take serious action to hold those responsible accountable under international laws and conventions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:24:13 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Public anger grows over attacks on Sheikh Maqsoud&#45; Ashrafieh residents</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/public-anger-grows-over-attacks-on-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh-residents</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/public-anger-grows-over-attacks-on-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh-residents</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Tal Tamr condemned the crimes and violations committed by the mercenaries of the Interim Government against the residents of the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods in the city of Aleppo, particularly the mutilation of the body of a member of the Internal Security Forces, and called for international accountability. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 05:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Widespread condemnations of desecration of Internal Security member’s body </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/widespread-condemnations-of-desecration-of-internal-security-members-body</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/widespread-condemnations-of-desecration-of-internal-security-members-body</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Chairwoman of the Women’s Authority in the Jazira Canton, along with mothers of martyrs and leaders of women’s movements, expressed strong outrage over the desecration of the body of an Internal Security Forces member in the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood by mercenaries of the Interim Government. They emphasized that this crime is “unethical and inhumane” and stressed the necessity of holding the mercenaries accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 14:13:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ: Self&#45;sacrifice operations against ISIS repeated in Sheikh Maqsoud</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-self-sacrifice-operations-against-isis-repeated-in-sheikh-maqsoud</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypj-self-sacrifice-operations-against-isis-repeated-in-sheikh-maqsoud</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Protection Units explained that the self-sacrifice operations against ISIS mercenaries is being repeated today in the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood, through operations carried out by the Internal Security Forces (ISF) in the neighborhood against the mercenaries of the Interim Government. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 14:31:33 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Popular will foils plan to occupy Tishreen Dam</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/popular-will-foils-plan-to-occupy-tishreen-dam</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/popular-will-foils-plan-to-occupy-tishreen-dam</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Eyewitness affirmed that the resistance at Tishreen Dam thwarted attempts to occupy it, stressing that the attack on the dam was part of a plan aimed at exterminating the peoples of North and East Syria. She explained that the residents’ protests constituted a powerful response to the attempt to occupy the dam and proved the firm will of the masses. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJK calls for solidarity with Rojava, Iran</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-calls-for-solidarity-with-rojava-iran</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-calls-for-solidarity-with-rojava-iran</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdistan Women’s Union (KJK)affirmed that the attacks on the residents of Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafieh, and Bani Zaid in Aleppo are an extension of the attacks carried out against Alawites and Druze, and that they represent an assault on the achievements of the Kurdish people in particular. It called on all peoples to declare general mobilization against these genocidal attacks and to take to the streets wherever they are. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:44:40 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star calls for global women&amp;apos;s solidarity with women in Iran against oppression</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-calls-for-global-womens-solidarity-with-women-in-iran-against-oppression</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-calls-for-global-womens-solidarity-with-women-in-iran-against-oppression</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star in Aleppo announced its solidarity with the popular protests in Iran and East Kurdistan, and affirmed that the slogan &quot;Jin, Jiyan, Azadi&quot; has become a global call against tyranny, calling for unity and strengthening cross-border women&#039;s solidarity to confront oppression and defend rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:50:04 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>“Guaranteeing women’s rights is fundamental condition for building new Syria”</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/guaranteeing-womens-rights-is-fundamental-condition-for-building-new-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/guaranteeing-womens-rights-is-fundamental-condition-for-building-new-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Members of the Zenobia Women’s Gathering Council affirmed that building a new Syria requires a comprehensive vision based on guaranteeing rights and ensuring the effective participation of women and all components, considering this a roadmap toward achieving stability and civil peace. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:25:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Young Woman abducted from occupied Afrin countryside</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/young-woman-abducted-from-occupied-afrin-countryside</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/young-woman-abducted-from-occupied-afrin-countryside</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Turkish occupation mercenaries have abducted a young woman from the city of Sharran in the occupied countryside of Afrin. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 16:13:44 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJAR: Democracy is solution to Iran’s problems</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjar-democracy-is-solution-to-irans-problems</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjar-democracy-is-solution-to-irans-problems</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Free Women’s Community of Eastern Kurdistan (KJAR) referred to the popular protests taking place in Eastern Kurdistan and Iran, stating: “Iran has devoted all of its economic and financial resources to serving militaristic policies, and under the pretext of self-defense continues to increase the military budget, leaving the people in a state of hunger.” The organization stressed that the solution lies in adopting a democratic mindset and listening to public demands. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 16:27:44 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women arrested during protests in Eastern Kurdistan, Iran</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-arrested-during-protests-in-eastern-kurdistan-iran</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-arrested-during-protests-in-eastern-kurdistan-iran</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have launched a wave of arrests that targeted a Kurdish woman from Kermanshah in Eastern Kurdistan, alongside the transfer of 15 other women to Evin Prison, due to their participation in the protests. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 15:15:18 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Leila Qaraman: Women&amp;apos;s rights are non&#45;negotiable in new Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/leila-qaraman-womens-rights-are-non-negotiable-in-new-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/leila-qaraman-womens-rights-are-non-negotiable-in-new-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Leila Qaraman, Co-Chair of the Syrian Democratic Council, emphasized that women&#039;s rights in the new Syria are non-negotiable, stating that women are key national partners in building a just and stable Syria. She added that decentralization is their main path, as it provides a broad and safe space ensuring the diversity of the Syrian people. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 06:05:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Anniversary of Tishrin Dam Resistance: Popular Unity prevented Turkish occupation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/anniversary-of-tishrin-dam-resistance-popular-unity-prevented-turkish-occupation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/anniversary-of-tishrin-dam-resistance-popular-unity-prevented-turkish-occupation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On the first anniversary of the Resistance of Tishrin Dam, several women from the town of Tal Tamr, who participated in that resistance, confirmed that the unity of the people was the most significant factor in achieving steadfastness. They emphasized that the popular solidarity with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) formed an impenetrable barrier that prevented the Turkish occupation and its mercenaries from achieving their goals. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 02:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>PYD women members: struggle continues for leader’s physical freedom</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-women-members-struggle-continues-for-leaders-physical-freedom</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-women-members-struggle-continues-for-leaders-physical-freedom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Members of the Women’s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) expressed their condemnation of the continued isolation imposed on leader Abdullah Ocalan, considering it an attack on the will of peoples striving for democracy and freedom. They called for the immediate lifting of the isolation and the realization of the leader’s physical freedom. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 03:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Zenobia Women’s Gathering: repression of protesters undermines peace, reconstruction</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-womens-gathering-repression-of-protesters-undermines-peace-reconstruction</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-womens-gathering-repression-of-protesters-undermines-peace-reconstruction</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zenobia Women’s Gathering expressed its strong rejection of all forms of repression practiced against protesters in Syria’s coastal regions and interior areas, considering such actions a dangerous indicator that threatens civil peace and undermines prospects for peace in the country. It called for a comprehensive national dialogue leading to a just and sustainable political solution. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:20:52 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Hopes for security, peace to prevail across Syria with arrival of new year</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hopes-for-security-peace-to-prevail-across-syria-with-arrival-of-new-year</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hopes-for-security-peace-to-prevail-across-syria-with-arrival-of-new-year</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in Raqqa Canton have reaffirmed their hope that security and peace will prevail throughout Syria, stressing the necessity of adopting peaceful solutions and dialogue regarding the country’s future, in a way that ensures the unity of Syrians of all components and strengthens the role of women in society and decision-making. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 03:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Body of newborn baby girl found after abuse in Rural Daraa</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/body-of-newborn-baby-girl-found-after-abuse-in-rural-daraa</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/body-of-newborn-baby-girl-found-after-abuse-in-rural-daraa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Residents of the western countryside of Daraa found the body of a newborn baby girl near a landfill in the al-Muzayrib suburb in western Daraa. The infant had reportedly been subjected to abuse. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:14:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>What Happened in 2025? Status of women in AANES&amp;apos; areas, Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/what-happened-in-2025-status-of-women-in-aanes-areas-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/what-happened-in-2025-status-of-women-in-aanes-areas-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The year 2025 witnessed intensive efforts by women’s organizations in North and East Syria to secure women’s rights within a new Syria, and to amplify the voices of women who have been harmed and subjected to violence particularly in areas experiencing a noticeable rise in murder, abduction, and various forms of violence. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 06:25:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>The Guardian: Unprecedented violence targets pregnant women, children worldwide</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/the-guardian-unprecedented-violence-targets-pregnant-women-children-worldwide</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/the-guardian-unprecedented-violence-targets-pregnant-women-children-worldwide</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The British newspaper “The Guardian” revealed unprecedented violence against pregnant women and children, alongside widespread destruction of maternal and childbirth care facilities, in the context of armed conflicts around the world. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:22:42 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>IDPs from Afrin, Shabha denounce murder of Shirin Oso</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-from-afrin-shabha-denounce-murder-of-shirin-oso</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-from-afrin-shabha-denounce-murder-of-shirin-oso</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Displaced women from Afrin and Shabha, along with women from Al-Tabqa, condemned the murder of young woman Shirin Oso in occupied Afrin. They warned against the continuation of such crimes and called for an end to them and the accountability of those responsible. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:01:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women in Tal Tamr demand freedom for leader Abdullah Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-tal-tamr-demand-freedom-for-leader-abdullah-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-in-tal-tamr-demand-freedom-for-leader-abdullah-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s House in Tal Tamr, in the Jazira Canton, issued a statement today regarding the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 15:09:31 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Rights Activist warns: Syrian women&amp;apos;s future at risk</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/rights-activist-warns-syrian-womens-future-at-risk</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/rights-activist-warns-syrian-womens-future-at-risk</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Bashira Jamal Al-Din, Co-Chair of the Lawyers’ Union in the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria, warned that the future of Syrian women is at risk under the transitional government, which continues to marginalize women and limit their role. She emphasized that any reconstruction process excluding Syrian women would deepen the crisis. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:15:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Coordination of SDC reviews its 2026 action plan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-coordination-of-sdc-reviews-its-2026-action-plan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-coordination-of-sdc-reviews-its-2026-action-plan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ During its annual meeting, the Women&#039;s Coordination of the Syrian Democratic Council reviewed its 2026 action plan, focusing on networking and establishing a Syrian women&#039;s network, activating communication with women&#039;s initiatives, and launching a platform for dialogue among Syrian women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:58:37 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Shirin Oso&amp;apos;s killing in Afrin stirs women&amp;apos;s circles amid demands for accountability</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/shirin-osos-killing-in-afrin-stirs-womens-circles-amid-demands-for-accountability</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/shirin-osos-killing-in-afrin-stirs-womens-circles-amid-demands-for-accountability</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The women and displaced women&#039;s circles condemned the crime of killing the young woman Shirin Oso in the occupied region of Afrin, and pointed to the conditions of women in those areas, calling on human rights and humanitarian organizations to follow up on investigations and pressure for the sake of achieving justice and protecting women, especially in the occupied areas. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:51:08 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Hasaka women demand ending isolation of leader Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hasaka-women-demand-ending-isolation-of-leader-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hasaka-women-demand-ending-isolation-of-leader-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Hasaka stressed the need to end the isolation imposed on the leader Abdullah Ocalan and to guarantee his physical freedom, and they praised his role and struggle for the rights of women and all communities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 10:55:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;With women&amp;apos;s unity, solidarity, democratic Syria will be built&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/with-womens-unity-solidarity-democratic-syria-will-be-built</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/with-womens-unity-solidarity-democratic-syria-will-be-built</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in the city of al-Hasakah emphasized the necessity of building a decentralized, democratic Syria, governed by justice and equality. They affirmed that a democratic Syria will be built through women&#039;s unity and solidarity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 03:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star condemns young woman&amp;apos;s killing in Afrin</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-condemns-young-womans-killing-in-afrin</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-condemns-young-womans-killing-in-afrin</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star condemned the killing of the young woman Shirin Osi in occupied Afrin, stressing that the crime comes in the context of the escalation of systematic violence and crimes against women, and considered it a public opinion issue that affects the security of the entire society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:32:36 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian Women&amp;apos;s Council rejects Ministry of Justice circular excluding mothers from child guardianship</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-council-rejects-ministry-of-justice-circular-excluding-mothers-from-child-guardianship</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-council-rejects-ministry-of-justice-circular-excluding-mothers-from-child-guardianship</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Syrian Women&#039;s Council announced its rejection of the decision issued by the Ministry of Justice of the Syrian Interim Government, which excludes mothers from child guardianship and restricts it to male guardians only. The Council called on women to stand against this &quot;unjust decision.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:49:11 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women affirm &amp;quot;call for peace outlines features of next stage&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-affirm-call-for-peace-outlines-features-of-next-stage</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-affirm-call-for-peace-outlines-features-of-next-stage</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the cities of al-Shaddadi, Tel Tamr, al-Hol, ed-Dirbasiyah and Hasaka, during a march demanding the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan, affirmed that the call for peace and the democratic society launched by leader Abdullah Ocalan from Imrali in February of this year outlines the features of the next stage, and said that the freedom of the leader is their goal in the arenas of struggle. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:17:22 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Warning over continued siege by Transitional govt. on Aleppo neighborhoods</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/warning-over-continued-siege-by-transitional-govt-on-aleppo-neighborhoods</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/warning-over-continued-siege-by-transitional-govt-on-aleppo-neighborhoods</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Mothers for Peace in Aleppo warned of the risk of a humanitarian catastrophe in the neighborhoods of Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafieh, and Bani Zaid, due to the Syrian transitional government authorities preventing the entry of basic necessities, foremost medicines and fuel, into these areas. They called for the lifting of the siege and the provision of residents’ essential needs. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:05:49 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Education Body: Women constitute about 80% of educational staff</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/education-body-women-constitute-about-80-of-educational-staff</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/education-body-women-constitute-about-80-of-educational-staff</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The co-chair of the Education Body in the Autonomous Administration revealed that the number of female teachers reached 23,358, in addition to 2,038 female administrators working in various educational institutions, while the number of female students exceeded 364,188, confirming that women constitute about 80% of the educational staff. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:38:04 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>women from Tirbespiyê: we will fight until our leader is free</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-from-tirbespiye-we-will-fight-until-our-leader-is-free</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-from-tirbespiye-we-will-fight-until-our-leader-is-free</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Tirbespiyê indicated that thanks to the ideas of leader Abdullah Ocalan, they are now involved in all aspects of life, and said: &quot;We will fight until our leader is free.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 04:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Narges Mohammadi hospitalized after being abused</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-hospitalized-after-being-abused</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/narges-mohammadi-hospitalized-after-being-abused</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The family of women&#039;s rights activist Narges Mohammadi revealed that she was taken to the hospital&#039;s emergency room twice after suffering severe injuries during her arrest by Iranian authorities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:27:09 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s Office head in SDC evaluates Syrian scene after toppling Ba&amp;apos;ath</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-office-head-in-sdc-evaluates-syrian-scene-after-toppling-baath</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-office-head-in-sdc-evaluates-syrian-scene-after-toppling-baath</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The head of the Women&#039;s Office in the Syrian Democratic Council confirmed that the first year after the fall of the Ba&#039;ath regime revealed the persistence of the mentality that marginalized women for decades, calling for constitutional guaranties and fair institutions that involve women in building the future of Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian Women&amp;apos;s Council discusses human rights situation during seminar</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-council-discusses-human-rights-situation-during-seminar</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-womens-council-discusses-human-rights-situation-during-seminar</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A dialogue seminar held by the Syrian Women&#039;s Council in the city of Raqqa discussed the human rights situation in Syria, where the participants stressed that it is a fundamental issue for achieving peace and justice, and reaching lasting stability in the country, stressing the need to hold the perpetrators of violations accountable in a way that guarantees citizens to live in dignity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:11:58 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Woman, her daughter killed, child injured in shooting in Sweida</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-her-daughter-killed-child-injured-in-shooting-in-sweida</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-her-daughter-killed-child-injured-in-shooting-in-sweida</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A horrific murder shook the village of Malh in the Sweida countryside, where a woman and her daughter were killed, while a child was seriously injured, as a result of gunfire inside one of the houses. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:43:48 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Human rights organizations condemn rearrest of Narges Mohammadi</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/human-rights-organizations-condemn-rearrest-of-narges-mohammadi</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/human-rights-organizations-condemn-rearrest-of-narges-mohammadi</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ International human rights organizations on Saturday condemned the Iranian authorities’ rearrest of activist Narges Mohammadi, calling for the immediate disclosure of her whereabouts, guarantees for her safety and security, and her unconditional release. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 16:15:18 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iran detains Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-detains-nobel-laureate-narges-mohammadi</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-detains-nobel-laureate-narges-mohammadi</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have detained activist Narges Mohammadi, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate, while she was participating in a ceremony marking the anniversary of an Iranian lawyer’s death. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:45:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>DAA advisor warns of rising threats to women’s rights in Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/daa-advisor-warns-of-rising-threats-to-womens-rights-in-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/daa-advisor-warns-of-rising-threats-to-womens-rights-in-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The advisor to the Democratic Autonomous Administration (DAA) in Jazira Canton, Jian Hassan, pointed to the escalating suffering of Syrian women and offered an assessment of their role under the transitional government. She stated that the current reality does not meet the aspirations of Syrians nor reflect the sacrifices of women, and she called for women’s solidarity to confront exclusionary policies and to participate effectively in building the future of Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Amuda women renew call for Physical Freedom of leader Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/amuda-women-renew-call-for-physical-freedom-of-leader-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/amuda-women-renew-call-for-physical-freedom-of-leader-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A group of women in the city of Amuda renewed their demand for the physical freedom of Leader Abdullah Ocalan, affirming their commitment to continue their activities, intensify their presence in public squares, and keep working until their goal is achieved and they see him free among his people. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:44:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Zenobia Women&amp;apos;s Gathering Council in Deir ez&#45;Zor holds its semi&#45;annual meeting</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-womens-gathering-council-in-deir-ez-zor-holds-its-semi-annual-meeting</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-womens-gathering-council-in-deir-ez-zor-holds-its-semi-annual-meeting</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zenobia Women&#039;s Gathering Council in Deir ez-Zor province held it semi-annual meeting, as it discussed the organizational work of the council and issued resolutions aimed at reinforcing the role of women in various fields of life and combating all forms of violence against them. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:21:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Abolition of death sentence against Kurdish detainee Warisha Moradi</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/abolition-of-death-sentence-against-kurdish-detainee-warisha-moradi</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/abolition-of-death-sentence-against-kurdish-detainee-warisha-moradi</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The lawyer of Kurdish political detainee Warisha Moradi confirmed that Iran’s Supreme Court has overturned the death sentence issued against his client. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 22:19:50 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women, year from fragility, violence, declining in their role</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-year-from-fragility-violence-declining-in-their-role</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Syria entered a turbulent transitional phase after the power shift from Assad to al-Shara, which quickly transformed into an environment charged with chaos and escalating violence. In this climate, women found themselves at the heart of the conflict, where their bodies were sometimes used as tools of pressure and bargaining within the new power equations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Sara Organization condemns murder of 2 young women in Aleppo</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/sara-organization-condemns-murder-of-2-young-women-in-aleppo</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Sara Organization for Combating Violence Against Women strongly condemned the murder of two young women in Aleppo city, and called for serious action to hold those responsible accountable, stressing the need for women to unite and raise their voices against all forms of violence. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 14:46:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>UN Women warns of escalating digital violence against women in Arab countries</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-women-warns-of-escalating-digital-violence-against-women-in-arab-countries</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-women-warns-of-escalating-digital-violence-against-women-in-arab-countries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ UN Women has warned of escalating digital violence in Arab countries, stressing that digital violence has become a blatant violation of human rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:00:17 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>IDPs from Afrin, Shahba demand safe return home</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-from-afrin-shahba-demand-safe-return-home</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-from-afrin-shahba-demand-safe-return-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The demands of the forcibly displaced men and women from Afrin and Shahba continue, calling for end the occupation forces and their mercenaries in their city. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iran summons two activists and issues prison sentences against them</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-summons-two-activists-and-issues-prison-sentences-against-them</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-summons-two-activists-and-issues-prison-sentences-against-them</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A student activist and a film director announced that Iranian authorities have issued prison sentences against them, with a minimum of 21 months. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:39:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Security, technological, awareness efforts to combat online violence against women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/security-technological-awareness-efforts-to-combat-online-violence-against-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/security-technological-awareness-efforts-to-combat-online-violence-against-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Efforts to confront online violence against women and reduce its impact are increasing, encompassing security and technological measures to enhance protection, along with awareness initiatives targeting the entire community. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>SDC official: Excluding women will bring Syria back to violence</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/sdc-official-excluding-women-will-bring-syria-back-to-violence</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/sdc-official-excluding-women-will-bring-syria-back-to-violence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A member of the Presidential Office of the Syrian Democratic Council (SDC) affirmed that Syrian women are facing ongoing attempts to sideline their role in building the country’s future, stressing that excluding them from shaping the coming phase will return Syria to the cycle of political violence and discrimination that women have suffered from for many years. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 04:10:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdish woman&amp;apos;s struggle …. From freedom to Jineolojiyê</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-womans-struggle-from-freedom-to-jineolojiye</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-womans-struggle-from-freedom-to-jineolojiye</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kurdish women found the freedom they had sought for millennia with the Kurdistan Workers&#039; Party (PKK). On this foundation, they established the first political party, the first army, and hundreds of women&#039;s organizations, including a Jineolojiyê program, becoming a role model for women worldwide. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:15:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Tabqa: Peace depends on dialogue with leader Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-tabqa-peace-depends-on-dialogue-with-leader-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-tabqa-peace-depends-on-dialogue-with-leader-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the Tabqa  affirmed that real political resolution and true peace require ending “punitive policies” and opening channels of dialogue and direct communication with Leader Abdullah Ocalan, considering this a fundamental demand and an intellectual reference point that cannot be bypassed in any democratic process ensuring stability and the rights of peoples. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iran executes 44 women since beginning of 2025</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-executes-44-women-since-beginning-of-2025</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-executes-44-women-since-beginning-of-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have executed 44 women in Eastern Kurdistan and Iran since the beginning of 2025, while many political detainees remain imprisoned under conditions that violate human rights and basic legal standards. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 15:31:51 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities sentence Kurdish woman to 3 years in prison</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-sentence-kurdish-woman-to-3-years-in-prison</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-sentence-kurdish-woman-to-3-years-in-prison</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have sentenced a young Kurdish woman to three years in prison after she was arrested during Israeli attacks on Iran. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 14:08:28 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>delegation of women from NE, Syria participated in a women&amp;apos;s conference in Lebanon</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/delegation-of-women-from-ne-syria-participated-in-a-womens-conference-in-lebanon</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/delegation-of-women-from-ne-syria-participated-in-a-womens-conference-in-lebanon</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A delegation of women from North and East Syria shared the experiences of women in the region during their participation in the Women&#039;s Solidarity Conference held in Beirut to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. In their remarks, they emphasized that women&#039;s insistence on active participation transforms the negotiation process into a political struggle, where women link achieving societal security with guaranteeing their rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:43:43 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Seminar in Raqqa discusses violence against women from its social, religious perspective</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/seminar-in-raqqa-discusses-violence-against-women-from-its-social-religious-perspective</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/seminar-in-raqqa-discusses-violence-against-women-from-its-social-religious-perspective</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women&#039;s Council in the North and East Syria Region, in cooperation with the Women&#039;s Council of the Democratic Islam Conference, organized a dialogue seminar in Raqqa province as part of the campaign against violence against women. The seminar discussed violence against women in its social and religious dimensions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:19:46 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;we aim to document violations, support women&amp;apos;s rights&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/we-aim-to-document-violations-support-womens-rights</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/we-aim-to-document-violations-support-womens-rights</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The head of the newly announced Free Women of Bashan Movement in Swedia stated that the movement aims to support women and document violations against them, especially those who have been abducted, and to build partnerships with humanitarian organizations. She added that the movement also seeks to raise awareness of women&#039;s rights and affirmed its readiness to provide support to all Syrian women on various levels. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:27:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>4 marches on International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/4-marches-on-international-day-for-elimination-of-violence-against-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/4-marches-on-international-day-for-elimination-of-violence-against-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Three cities in the North and East Syria Region, in addition to Aleppo, witnessed massive marches on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and delivered a joint message, &quot;We will struggle against the authoritarian mentality, and build a free and equal life.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:52:07 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star Coordination emphasizes women’s unity to confront patriarchal violence</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-coordination-emphasizes-womens-unity-to-confront-patriarchal-violence</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-coordination-emphasizes-womens-unity-to-confront-patriarchal-violence</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star Coordination affirmed that women’s organizations are uniting their ranks and consolidating their strength to confront the patriarchal system, stressing that the systematic abuses women face require Syrian women to recognize that their unity is the fundamental solution, which they will create with their own hands and collective will. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:46:25 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>One in three women faces violence at least once in life</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/one-in-three-women-faces-violence-at-least-once-in-life</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/one-in-three-women-faces-violence-at-least-once-in-life</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women affirmed that one in every three women has been subjected to violence at least once in her life, considering violence against women and girls as one of the most widespread human rights violations in the world. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:16:32 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Civil Activist: women in Syria unprotected amid chaos and weak laws</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/civil-activist-women-in-syria-unprotected-amid-chaos-and-weak-laws</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/civil-activist-women-in-syria-unprotected-amid-chaos-and-weak-laws</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Lawyer and civil activist Shrouq Abu Zeidan affirmed that women in Syria remain the most vulnerable group amidst ongoing violence and chaos. She pointed out that violations against them range from kidnapping and murder to marginalization in decision-making positions. She added that the absence of an independent judiciary and the continued application of laws that disregard human rights principles contribute to the escalation of violence against women and prevent the achievement of justice or the accountability of perpetrators. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>NADA vows to combat violence against women, calls for raising awareness</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/nada-vows-to-combat-violence-against-women-calls-for-raising-awareness</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/nada-vows-to-combat-violence-against-women-calls-for-raising-awareness</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The NADA Alliance renewed its commitment to confronting all forms of violence against women, commemorating the victims who lost their lives due to gender-based violence, and called for raising awareness through more training and education programs, as well as informing and engaging men to change discriminatory behaviors. It stressed the need to stop massacres and genocide and to confront anti-democratic policies. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:41:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>March launches in France to protest escalation of violence against women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/march-launches-in-france-to-protest-escalation-of-violence-against-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/march-launches-in-france-to-protest-escalation-of-violence-against-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Thousands participated in marches across France to express their anger over the increasing violence against women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 11:36:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Establishment of “Free Women of Bashan Movement” in Sweida</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/establishment-of-free-women-of-bashan-movement-in-sweida</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/establishment-of-free-women-of-bashan-movement-in-sweida</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A women’s organization called the “Free Women of Bashan Movement” was announced in Sweida, aiming to enhance women’s participation, defend their rights, and empower them, with a focus on the issue of abducted women and community work. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:16:57 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syria: up to 751women, child, femicide in HTS areas</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syria-up-to-751women-child-femicide-in-hts-areas</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syria-up-to-751women-child-femicide-in-hts-areas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Since Hayat Tahrir al-Sham took power in Syria, more than 751 women and girls have been killed, kidnapped, or gone missing in the areas under its control. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJK urges Women to build collective bonds beyond state domination</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-urges-women-to-build-collective-bonds-beyond-state-domination</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-urges-women-to-build-collective-bonds-beyond-state-domination</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdistan Women’s Communities (KJK) called on women to strengthen organizational ties beyond the control of the state, emphasizing that a woman’s strength lies in her cohesive organization and social bonds. It stressed the importance of uniting efforts to confront the conditions and systems that have fueled wars, under the slogan “Women, Life, Freedom.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:32:27 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Grave violations against women in  occupied territories in Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/grave-violations-against-women-in-occupied-territories-in-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/grave-violations-against-women-in-occupied-territories-in-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hundreds of crimes against women—including murder, violence, sexual assault, torture, and kidnapping—were committed within a single year in the cities of Afrin, Serê Kaniyê, Girê Spî, and Manbij, which are occupied by Turkey and its allied militias. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:05:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Combating violence activities highlight women&amp;apos;s deteriorating situation in occupied areas of Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/combating-violence-activities-highlight-womens-deteriorating-situation-in-occupied-areas-of-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/combating-violence-activities-highlight-womens-deteriorating-situation-in-occupied-areas-of-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A series of activities, organized to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women in the North and East Syria Region and Aleppo, focused on the situation of women in the occupied areas, warning of increasing violations and the need to take serious steps to protect their rights and support them. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 20:55:20 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Mothers of peace demand leader Ocalan&amp;apos;s physical freedom </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/mothers-of-peace-demand-leader-ocalans-physical-freedom</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/mothers-of-peace-demand-leader-ocalans-physical-freedom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The mothers of peace in Tabqa canton demanded the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan, the lifting of his isolation, and an urgent review of his case. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:46:34 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;We need to undergo special courses for women&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/we-need-to-undergo-special-courses-for-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/we-need-to-undergo-special-courses-for-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The participants in a special training course for women, organized by the Kongra Star, in the context of the activities of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, pointed to the importance of undergoing these trainings, and stressed the need to apply them in their daily lives. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:47:33 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>TAJÊ unveils Elimination of Violence against Women&amp;apos;s Day program</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/taje-unveils-elimination-of-violence-against-womens-day-program</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/taje-unveils-elimination-of-violence-against-womens-day-program</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Yazidi Women&#039;s Movement (TAJÊ) will mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women by organizing a series of seminars and awareness lectures, in addition to opening special training courses for men and massive marches. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:51:23 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Newroz Ahmed: Goal of YPJ is social revolution</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/newroz-ahmed-goal-of-ypj-is-social-revolution</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The commander in the Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), Newroz Ahmed, said: “Our struggle in the Women’s Protection Units is not only to join the army as an official force, but to create a social revolution. Whether integration happens or not, the YPJ  will always be to reach all Syrian women, establish self-defense, and achieve organization.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:25:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Woman found murdered in her home in Raqqa</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/woman-found-murdered-in-her-home-in-raqqa</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A woman was found murdered inside her home in Raqqa, while the Internal Security Forces have begun taking the necessary measures to uncover the circumstances of the crime and identify the perpetrators. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 13:51:30 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women take expanded leadership positions in local councils across NE Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-take-expanded-leadership-positions-in-local-councils-across-ne-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-take-expanded-leadership-positions-in-local-councils-across-ne-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in North and East Syria have proven their ability to manage municipal institutions and participate actively in decision-making, supported by a unified internal system that strengthens their organization across the different regions—from service committees to leadership roles. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 02:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Zenobia Women&amp;apos;s Gathering, K. Star conclude Joint Syrian Women&amp;apos;s Campaign</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-womens-gathering-k-star-conclude-joint-syrian-womens-campaign</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-womens-gathering-k-star-conclude-joint-syrian-womens-campaign</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zenobia Women&#039;s Gathering and Kongra Star concluded their joint Syrian women&#039;s campaign today, launched under the slogan &quot;With Women&#039;s Alliance, We Will Build a Free, Democratic, and Decentralized Syria.&quot; The concluding statement emphasized the need to preserve and strengthen the gains of Syrian women legally and constitutionally, considering them a fundamental pillar in building the future of Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:48:22 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Awareness lecture on violence against women, ways to confront it</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/awareness-lecture-on-violence-against-women-ways-to-confront-it</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/awareness-lecture-on-violence-against-women-ways-to-confront-it</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On the occasion of the approaching International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Training Committee in the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafiyeh neighborhoods organized an awareness lecture that addressed the concept of violence, and stressed the importance of confronting it in order to build a society where justice and security prevail, free from all manifestations of violence and discrimination. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:05:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Body of woman found in Bosra al&#45;Sham Hours after being missing </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/body-of-woman-found-in-bosra-al-sham-hours-after-being-missing</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/body-of-woman-found-in-bosra-al-sham-hours-after-being-missing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The body of a woman was found in an old house nearly a day after she went missing in the city of Bosra al-Sham in eastern Daraa countryside. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:12:18 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Politicians: Decentralization is the path to building a democratic Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/politicians-decentralization-is-the-path-to-building-a-democratic-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/politicians-decentralization-is-the-path-to-building-a-democratic-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian female politicians emphasized the importance of implementing a decentralized system in Syria, stressing that it is a national necessity to ensure the participation of all components in the reconstruction process. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>SDC&amp;apos;s dialogue session discusses national constitution, enhances women&amp;apos;s role in decision&#45;making</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/sdcs-dialogue-session-discusses-national-constitution-enhances-womens-role-in-decision-making</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/sdcs-dialogue-session-discusses-national-constitution-enhances-womens-role-in-decision-making</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In Hasaka, activists and political and social figures met in an extensive dialogue about the prospects of reaching a comprehensive national constitution. At the same time, the role of women in decision-making was highlighted as a fundamental pillar for achieving justice, stability and development. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 22:00:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Nada Alliance reveals deteriorating conditions of women in mid&#45;East; North Africa</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/nada-alliance-reveals-deteriorating-conditions-of-women-in-mid-east-north-africa</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/nada-alliance-reveals-deteriorating-conditions-of-women-in-mid-east-north-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Nada Alliance revealed the deteriorating conditions of women in the Middle East and North Africa region, noting in its report that 62% of women in the region live in countries witnessing complex conflicts and crises, and that 40% of them suffer from food insecurity, while about 28 million women lack safe livelihoods. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:18:41 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>PYD Women’s Council discusses ending violence against women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-womens-council-discusses-ending-violence-against-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyd-womens-council-discusses-ending-violence-against-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) held an extended meeting ahead of November 25 — the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women — to discuss various forms of violence committed against women and ways to counter them, as well as strategies to enhance women’s role in building a free and democratic society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 18:57:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Free Media congratulates Women&amp;apos;s Media on holding 4th conference in Qamishlo</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/free-media-congratulates-womens-media-on-holding-4th-conference-in-qamishlo</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/free-media-congratulates-womens-media-on-holding-4th-conference-in-qamishlo</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Free Media Union extended its congratulations to the Women&#039;s Media Union on the occasion of holding its fourth conference, emphasizing that women&#039;s pens will remain an invincible weapon in the face of policies of exclusion and discrimination. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 16:40:57 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s Media Union concludes its fourth conference</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-media-union-concludes-its-fourth-conference</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Women’s Media Union concluded its fourth conference under the slogan “By Developing the Free Media Union, We Will Be the Voice of the Women’s Revolution” with the election of a new board and the release of a closing statement. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 21:56:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Ilham Ahmed: We support lifting sanctions, but women, peoples must be heard</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ilham-ahmed-we-support-lifting-sanctions-but-women-peoples-must-be-heard</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ilham-ahmed-we-support-lifting-sanctions-but-women-peoples-must-be-heard</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The co-chair of the Foreign Relations Office of the Autonomous Administration, Ilham Ahmed, delivered a speech during the Fourth Women’s Media Union Conference: “The Syrian file has now moved to Washington. While we believe that lifting sanctions is the right step, the problems in Syria have not yet been resolved, and the voices of women and the peoples must be heard.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 14:55:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Fourth conference of Women’s Media Union kicks off</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/fourth-conference-of-womens-media-union-kicks-off</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/fourth-conference-of-womens-media-union-kicks-off</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The fourth conference of the Women’s Media Union (YRJ) has commenced with the participation of 150 delegates. The event will include discussions on the organizational structure and internal regulations, as well as the election of a new board. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 11:19:44 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Over 150 women raped, harassed while fleeing El&#45;Fasher, Sudan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/over-150-women-raped-harassed-while-fleeing-el-fasher-sudan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/over-150-women-raped-harassed-while-fleeing-el-fasher-sudan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 150 women from El-Fasher were subjected to sexual assault and harassment while fleeing El-Fasher in Sudan’s Darfur region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 11:10:33 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Equality promoted ahead of Day for Elimination of Violence Against Women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/equality-promoted-ahead-of-day-for-elimination-of-violence-against-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/equality-promoted-ahead-of-day-for-elimination-of-violence-against-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A meeting held in al-Hol ahead of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women emphasized that the struggle for freedom and equality is the foundation for empowering women in society, calling for the liberation of thought from outdated traditions that have perpetuated violence against women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:35:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Syrian women lose leadership roles amid gender inequality</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-women-lose-leadership-roles-amid-gender-inequality</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/syrian-women-lose-leadership-roles-amid-gender-inequality</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian women continue to face persistent exclusion and marginalization, being systematically sidelined from political life and excluded from shaping the country’s future. This occurs in an environment where principles of equality and social justice are almost entirely absent, alongside the rise of a patriarchal and authoritarian discourse that perpetuates traditional roles for women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 06:05:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>IDPs from Afrin demand safe return, withdrawal occupation</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-from-afrin-demand-safe-return-withdrawal-occupation</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-from-afrin-demand-safe-return-withdrawal-occupation</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Several women forcibly displaced from Afrin are calling for the complete withdrawal of Turkish occupation forces and their allied mercenaries from their homes, stressing that a safe return is impossible while the occupation continues. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 02:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star announces solidarity with Sudan&amp;apos;s women, calls to end war</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-announces-solidarity-with-sudans-women-calls-to-end-war</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-announces-solidarity-with-sudans-women-calls-to-end-war</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star announced its full solidarity with the women of Sudan, stressing that their struggle is the struggle of all free women, and that their dignity represents the dignity of all, calling for the international community to take urgent action to stop the war and protect women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:05:05 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>PYD&amp;apos;s Women&amp;apos;s Council concludes 2nd forum, renews struggle to confront violence against women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyds-womens-council-concludes-2nd-forum-renews-struggle-to-confront-violence-against-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/pyds-womens-council-concludes-2nd-forum-renews-struggle-to-confront-violence-against-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The second forum of the Women&#039;s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) concluded, confirming a set of key outcomes, most notably working to activate the role of councils and communes as pillars for building a moral and democratic political society, and considering the struggle against the patriarchal mentality as a shared struggle between women and men to restore the natural balance in human relations, in addition to continuing the struggle against all forms of violence and discrimination against women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 17:12:23 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>2nd forum of PYD&amp;apos;s Women&amp;apos;s Council discusses internal killer, commune concepts</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/2nd-forum-of-pyds-womens-council-discusses-internal-killer-commune-concepts</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/2nd-forum-of-pyds-womens-council-discusses-internal-killer-commune-concepts</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The second forum of the Women&#039;s Council in the Democratic Union Party (PYD) discussed the most prominent concepts put forward by leader Abdullah Ocalan, most notably the &quot;internal killer&quot; as a hidden authoritarian structure that infiltrates the institutions of society and undermines the independence of the individual, along with the concept of the &quot;commune&quot; as an alternative liberation model. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:44:44 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Second forum of PYD Women’s Council kicks off in Hasakah</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/second-forum-of-pyd-womens-council-kicks-off-in-hasakah</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/second-forum-of-pyd-womens-council-kicks-off-in-hasakah</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The second forum of the Women’s Council of the Democratic Union Party (PYD) began a short while ago in the city of Hasakah, under the slogan: “A free, dignified life guarantees the building of a communal democratic society.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:33:36 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iran: Two researchers arrested, taken to unknown location</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-two-researchers-arrested-taken-to-unknown-location</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-two-researchers-arrested-taken-to-unknown-location</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have arrested two researchers after raiding their homes and taking them to an unknown destination, without issuing any clarification regarding the charges against them or the reasons for their arrest. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:59:12 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>“ Leader’s Freedom is the freedom of every woman struggling for dignity ,justice”</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/leaders-freedom-is-the-freedom-of-every-woman-struggling-for-dignity-justice</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/leaders-freedom-is-the-freedom-of-every-woman-struggling-for-dignity-justice</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Members of the Zenobia Women’s Gathering Council in Raqqa Canton affirmed that the success of any genuine political process in the region is closely linked to the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan, describing him as the visionary behind a democratic project that seeks to achieve justice and equality among people. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 03:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdish writer wins Best Mother&#45;Tongue Work Award for “A Woman’s Tears”</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-writer-wins-best-mother-tongue-work-award-for-a-womans-tears</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-writer-wins-best-mother-tongue-work-award-for-a-womans-tears</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kurdish author Fawziya Bashara has received the Best Mother-Tongue Work Award at the Iranian Literary Festival for her short story collection “A Woman’s Tears”, which was praised by the jury for its expressive narrative style and its strong commitment to Kurdish cultural identity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 09:55:57 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Thousands of women in Jazira demand leader Ocalan&amp;apos;s freedom</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/thousands-of-women-in-jazira-demand-leader-ocalans-freedom</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/thousands-of-women-in-jazira-demand-leader-ocalans-freedom</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Thousands of women from the cities of Jazira region, including Qamishlo, Tirbê Spîyê, Derik, Tel Kocer, Tel Hamis, Jel Agha, Girkê Legê, and Amuda, demanded the physical freedom of leader Abdullah Ocalan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:17:19 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities arrest Kurdish woman from Mahabad</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-kurdish-woman-from-mahabad</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-arrest-kurdish-woman-from-mahabad</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities violently arrested a Kurdish woman in East Kurdistan without a warrant, amid an escalating campaign of arrests targeting Kurdish women in the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:32:18 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Hundreds in Jazira demand “right to hope” for Leader Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hundreds-in-jazira-demand-right-to-hope-for-leader-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hundreds-in-jazira-demand-right-to-hope-for-leader-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hundreds of residents from several cities in the Jazira Canton took part in a mass demonstration organized by the Kongra Star, condemning the isolation imposed on leader Abdullah Ocalan. Participants called for the “right to hope” for the leader and the achievement of his physical freedom, while reaffirming their commitment to the philosophy of freedom and democratic society. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:11:23 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iran commutes Sharifa Mohammadi’s death sentence to 30 years</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iran-commutes-sharifa-mohammadis-death-sentence-to-30-years</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Iranian judicial authorities have issued a decision to commute the death sentence previously handed down to labor activist Sharifa Mohammadi to a prison term of 30 years. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:49:48 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Afrin’s displaced women: withdrawal of mercenaries is a prerequisite for safe return</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/afrins-displaced-women-withdrawal-of-mercenaries-is-a-prerequisite-for-safe-return</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/afrins-displaced-women-withdrawal-of-mercenaries-is-a-prerequisite-for-safe-return</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ the forcibly displaced women from the Turkish-occupied regions of Afrin and Shahba, now living in the Tabqa region, affirm that there can be no return to their homes before the withdrawal of mercenaries and the restoration of security under the control of Afrin’s own people. They say they have no trust in any external forces and stress that their return must be collective to ensure full dignity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s session in Tabqa discusses self&#45;Empowerment, ways to overcome challenges</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-session-in-tabqa-discusses-self-empowerment-ways-to-overcome-challenges</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-session-in-tabqa-discusses-self-empowerment-ways-to-overcome-challenges</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A group of female activists in Tabqa canton participated in a discussion session that addressed the psychological and social challenges facing women in their path of empowerment. The participants emphasized that overcoming these challenges begins with self-awareness and setting goals, in addition to focusing on time management, planning, and perseverance as essential factors for achieving self-empowerment and success. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 18:38:11 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star leader Hevi Suleiman dies after long battle with cancer</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-leader-hevi-suleiman-dies-after-long-battle-with-cancer</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-leader-hevi-suleiman-dies-after-long-battle-with-cancer</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Hevi Suleiman, a national figure and member of the Kongra Star Coordination in Afrin and Shahba, passed away after a long battle with cancer. The late activist was among the first teachers of the Kurdish language and made major contributions to the cultural and national arenas. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 21:03:58 +0300</pubDate>
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<title> Forum emphasizes importance of women&amp;apos;s role in shaping Syria&amp;apos;s future</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/forum-emphasizes-importance-of-womens-role-in-shaping-syrias-future</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/forum-emphasizes-importance-of-womens-role-in-shaping-syrias-future</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The General Women&#039;s Council of the Future Syria Party organized a discussion forum, during which the participants discussed the experience of women in North and East Syria, emphasized its importance as a model to be emulated in building a new Syria based on democracy and decentralization, and pointed out that women&#039;s empowerment and active participation are the cornerstone of any genuine national project. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:55:35 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>UN: Funding cuts threaten efforts to combat violence against women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-funding-cuts-threaten-efforts-to-combat-violence-against-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/un-funding-cuts-threaten-efforts-to-combat-violence-against-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) has warned that significant reductions in government aid put more women at risk and lead to the dismantling of essential organizations working to end violence against them. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:47:49 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdish woman killed by IRGG</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kurdish-woman-killed-by-irgg</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A Kurdish woman from the city of Marivan in eastern Kurdistan was shot dead by members of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard in a new crime reflecting the escalating violations against civilians in the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:31:37 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Aleppo women vow to continue struggle for physical freedom of leader Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/aleppo-women-vow-to-continue-struggle-for-physical-freedom-of-leader-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/aleppo-women-vow-to-continue-struggle-for-physical-freedom-of-leader-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods of Aleppo affirmed that keeping leader Abdullah Ocalan imprisoned under severe isolation constitutes a violation of international laws and conventions — foremost among them, the “Right to Hope” law. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>&amp;quot;Women Unite to Build a Free, Democratic Syria&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-unite-to-build-a-free-democratic-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-unite-to-build-a-free-democratic-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The campaign “With the Alliance of Women, We Will Build a Free, Democratic, and Decentralized Syria,” launched by the Kongra Star organization in cooperation with the Zenobia Women’s Gathering, continues through various activities such as holding seminars, writing letters and articles, and sharing video messages of support from women’s organizations and activists in Europe and the Middle East. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2025 03:35:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Jazira, Euphrates residents; Kongra Star in Beirut commemorate martyr Beritan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/jazira-euphrates-residents-kongra-star-in-beirut-commemorate-martyr-beritan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/jazira-euphrates-residents-kongra-star-in-beirut-commemorate-martyr-beritan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Residents of the Jazira and Euphrates cantons, along with members of the Kongra Star in Beirut, commemorated martyr Beritan, emphasizing that her martyrdom was a decisive response to betrayal. They stated that her legacy of struggle and resistance will remain present in the memory of every free woman, and they renewed their pledge to continue the path of the martyrs and escalate the struggle for freedom and dignity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2025 15:53:40 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Third conference of Women’s Council for Martyrs’ Families kicks off in NE Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/third-conference-of-womens-council-for-martyrs-families-kicks-off-in-ne-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/third-conference-of-womens-council-for-martyrs-families-kicks-off-in-ne-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The third conference of the Women’s Council of the Families of Martyrs in North and East Syria has kicked off at the Aram Tigran Hall in the town of Romilan, Jazira Canton. The participants are meeting to discuss ways to enhance the role of women and develop mechanisms to support the families of martyrs in the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2025 12:22:52 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Young woman, her father killed in shooting at market in Sweida </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/young-woman-her-father-killed-in-shooting-at-market-in-sweida</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/young-woman-her-father-killed-in-shooting-at-market-in-sweida</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A young woman and her father were killed after being shot in the market of Shahba city in Sweida. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 16:09:19 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>More than 11,000 women conduct awareness campaigns of Zenobia Women&amp;apos;s Gathering in Raqqa, Tabqa</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/more-than-11000-women-conduct-awareness-campaigns-of-zenobia-womens-gathering-in-raqqa-tabqa</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/more-than-11000-women-conduct-awareness-campaigns-of-zenobia-womens-gathering-in-raqqa-tabqa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ More than 11,000 women and young women participated in 814 meetings organized by the Zenobia Women&#039;s Gathering in the Tabqa and Raqqa counties within two other awareness campaigns for raising women&#039;s awareness and mobilizing their ranks. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 05:14:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YPJ&amp;apos;s commander: We committed to defending Deir ez&#45;Zor, confronting ISIS cells</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypjs-commander-we-committed-to-defending-deir-ez-zor-confronting-isis-cells</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ypjs-commander-we-committed-to-defending-deir-ez-zor-confronting-isis-cells</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Zilan Jesur, the leadership member of the Women&#039;s Protection Units (YPJ), affirmed the units&#039; commitment to protecting the people and the land from any threats and defending the rights of women and civilians in all areas. She emphasized that the units&#039; presence in Deir ez-Zor comes in response to the growing security challenges there. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:52:51 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Ilham Ahmed: DAA&amp;apos;s vision of governance is based on decentralization, pluralism, democracy</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/ilham-ahmed-daas-vision-of-governance-is-based-on-decentralization-pluralism-democracy</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/ilham-ahmed-daas-vision-of-governance-is-based-on-decentralization-pluralism-democracy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The co-chair of the Foreign Relations Department in the Autonomous Administration, Ilham Ahmed, said on Wednesday that the vision of governance of the Autonomous Administration for North and East Syria is based on the necessity of building a democratic, decentralized, and pluralist state that protects the rights of all ethnic components and women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:12:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Tabqa women hold solidarity vigil to support peace, democratic Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/tabqa-women-hold-solidarity-vigil-to-support-peace-democratic-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/tabqa-women-hold-solidarity-vigil-to-support-peace-democratic-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zenobia Women&#039;s Gathering Council organized a solidarity vigil, during which participants observed five minutes of silence in reverence for the souls of Syrian women struggling for freedom and peace. The vigil sent a message affirming the commitment of women in North and East Syria to a peaceful solution and full political participation in shaping the country&#039;s future. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:25:31 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Hilal Zerin Movement is preparing to release video titled &amp;quot;Sheikh Maqsoud ... Citadel of Steadfastness&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilal-zerin-movement-is-preparing-to-release-video-titled-sheikh-maqsoud-citadel-of-steadfastness</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/hilal-zerin-movement-is-preparing-to-release-video-titled-sheikh-maqsoud-citadel-of-steadfastness</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Hilal Zerin Movement in Aleppo is preparing to release a new video clip titled &quot;Sheikh Maqsoud... The Citadel of Steadfastness,&quot; which embodies the resistance of the residents of Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafiyeh neighborhoods. According to those in charge of the project, the clip is scheduled to be released in the coming days. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:32:22 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>new era of female leadership emerges in Raqqa</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/new-era-of-female-leadership-emerges-in-raqqa</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/new-era-of-female-leadership-emerges-in-raqqa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women are writing new chapters of success after eight years of continuous struggle in Raqqa. Today, women are taking the lead in communes, councils, and institutions, actively participating in areas of protection, security, and politics. Their testimonies confirm that what has been achieved in North and East Syria should serve as a launching point for a nationwide women&#039;s revolution across the entire country. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 06:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Delegation of Women&amp;apos;s Office for Serê Kaniyê IDPs discussed safe return with Ilham Ahmed</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/delegation-of-womens-office-for-sere-kaniye-idps-discussed-safe-return-with-ilham-ahmed</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/delegation-of-womens-office-for-sere-kaniye-idps-discussed-safe-return-with-ilham-ahmed</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A delegation from the Women&#039;s Office for Displaced Persons from Serê Kaniyê met with Ilham Ahmed, the co-chair of the Foreign Relations Department. The two sides discussed the humanitarian situation of the displaced and the efforts of the Autonomous Administration to ensure their safe return. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 19 Oct 2025 15:24:10 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Female political prisoners in Iran demand abolition of death penalty</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/female-political-prisoners-in-iran-demand-abolition-of-death-penalty</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/female-political-prisoners-in-iran-demand-abolition-of-death-penalty</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Female political detainees in Evin Prison in Iran announced their full support for the hunger-striking prisoners in Qezel Hesar Prison, protesting against the death penalty and demanding its abolition. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 20:29:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Zenobia Women’s Gathering condemns attack on its center in Abu Hamam, calls for accountability</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-womens-gathering-condemns-attack-on-its-center-in-abu-hamam-calls-for-accountability</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-womens-gathering-condemns-attack-on-its-center-in-abu-hamam-calls-for-accountability</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Zenobia Women’s Gathering in Deir ez-Zor condemned the attack on its center in Abu Hamam, affirming its commitment to empowering women and participating in building the future of Syria, and called for holding the perpetrators accountable. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 14:36:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star: We don&amp;apos;t accept insults against Leader Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-we-dont-accept-insults-against-leader-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-we-dont-accept-insults-against-leader-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a statement issued today, the Kongra Star Coordination emphasized that the freedom of Leader Abdullah Ocalan is their freedom, and they expressed their rejection of any insults directed at him or other politicians. They stated: &quot;The freedom of our leader is our freedom, and we do not accept any harm to our leader or our politicians. All friends and organizations must stand against these individuals so that they do not dare to repeat such words again.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 11:42:38 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>IDPs from Serê Kaniyê demand safe return and withdrawal of occupiers</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-from-sere-kaniye-demand-safe-return-and-withdrawal-of-occupiers</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/idps-from-sere-kaniye-demand-safe-return-and-withdrawal-of-occupiers</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the Turkish-occupied city of Serê Kaniyê have demanded a safe return to their homes, six years after their forced displacement. They stressed that returning home will not be possible until Turkish occupation forces and their allied mercenaries withdraw from their cities and villages. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 04:05:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s Coordination of political parties discusses decentralization, women&amp;apos;s role in Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-coordination-of-political-parties-discusses-decentralization-womens-role-in-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-coordination-of-political-parties-discusses-decentralization-womens-role-in-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Syrian women politicians discussed recent developments in Syria during a meeting of the Women’s Coordination of political parties, emphasizing the importance of implementing a decentralized system in building a new Syria where women are key partners in leading all stages of the political process. The meeting concluded by stressing the need to establish future policies that ensure effective and genuine representation of Syrian women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:16:16 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Young Women&amp;apos;s Union organizes march in Raqqa to support call for peace</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/young-womens-union-organizes-march-in-raqqa-to-support-call-for-peace</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/young-womens-union-organizes-march-in-raqqa-to-support-call-for-peace</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Under the slogan &quot;We Will Unite,&quot; dozens of female members of civil and military institutions went in a march organized by the Young Women&#039;s Union in Raqqa province. This march affirmed the continued struggle for peace and a democratic society, and called for the physical freedom of Leader Abdullah Ocalan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 15:33:03 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>1,800 letters from women to Leader Abdullah Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/1800-letters-from-women-to-leader-abdullah-ocalan</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star in Jazira canton announced in a statement that they had written 1,800 letters to Leader Abdullah Ocalan, and stated that they would attempt to hand over them to the United Nations. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:39:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian parliamentarians reintroduce “Modesty and Hijab” law in new bill</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-parliamentarians-reintroduce-modesty-and-hijab-law-in-new-bill</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ An Iranian newspaper reported that several members of parliament, after losing hope in implementing the “Modesty and Hijab” law in its previous form, are seeking to reintroduce its provisions within a new bill titled Protection of Women, in an attempt to revive the previous restrictive measures under a different legislative cover. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 12:37:54 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of the Ashrafieh&#45;Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods: We have the right to move freely</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-the-ashrafieh-sheikh-maqsoud-neighborhoods-we-have-the-right-to-move-freely</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-the-ashrafieh-sheikh-maqsoud-neighborhoods-we-have-the-right-to-move-freely</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in Aleppo&#039;s Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods appealed to the transitional government to remove the checkpoints it recently imposed around the two neighborhoods, allow citizens to move freely, not harass them or violate their privacy by searching their handbags and mobile phones, and abide by ceasefire agreements. They claimed, &quot;We have the right to move freely.&quot; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Assault on school principal; threats against another in Homs</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/assault-on-school-principal-threats-against-another-in-homs</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ A number of parents at a school in the Bayada neighborhood of Homs assaulted the school principal, yet no legal measures have been taken against the perpetrators. In a separate incident within the same school, a female teacher was suspended after being questioned about her sectarian affiliation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 16:52:55 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Two women missing in Tartus, Latakia amid rising disappearances</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/two-women-missing-in-tartus-latakia-amid-rising-disappearances</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/two-women-missing-in-tartus-latakia-amid-rising-disappearances</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Two young women, one a student from Latakia and the other from rural Tartus, have gone missing under mysterious circumstances, amid a growing number of unexplained disappearances in coastal areas. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:10:01 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women: Holding criminals, killers accountable is a prerequisite for building Syria’s future</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-holding-criminals-killers-accountable-is-a-prerequisite-for-building-syrias-future</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-holding-criminals-killers-accountable-is-a-prerequisite-for-building-syrias-future</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the Jazira canton emphasized that building the future of Syria must be founded on solid principles, foremost among them holding war criminals and women’s killers accountable and achieving justice for the victims. They stressed that ignoring these principles would turn Syria into a quagmire instead of a homeland embracing the values of freedom and justice. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:55:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kidnapping woman in Lattakia after leaving her home </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kidnapping-woman-in-lattakia-after-leaving-her-home</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kidnapping-woman-in-lattakia-after-leaving-her-home</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A woman, a mother of four children, was kidnapped in Latakia after leaving her home, heading to her sister&#039;s house, but she never arrived. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 17:20:15 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star in Jazira: We demand Leader Ocalan be granted right to hope</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-in-jazira-we-demand-leader-ocalan-be-granted-right-to-hope</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-in-jazira-we-demand-leader-ocalan-be-granted-right-to-hope</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star in the cities of Tel Brak and Jel Agha in Jazira canton called for an end to the isolation imposed on Leader Abdullah Ocalan and to grant him the right to hope and physical freedom. They emphasized that his continued isolation is a flagrant violation of international laws and conventions. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:51:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star, Zenobia Women&amp;apos;s Gathering launch campaign to build free, democratic Syria</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-zenobia-womens-gathering-launch-campaign-to-build-free-democratic-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-zenobia-womens-gathering-launch-campaign-to-build-free-democratic-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In a joint statement, the Kongra Star and the Zenobia Women&#039;s Gathering announced the launch of a three-phase Syrian women&#039;s campaign aimed at building a pluralistic, democratic, and decentralized Syria, with women being at the heart of the democratic transition process. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:30:40 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>On Anniversary of Hevrin Khalaf’s martyrdom, Future Syria Party calls for justice</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/on-anniversary-of-hevrin-khalafs-martyrdom-future-syria-party-calls-for-justice</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/on-anniversary-of-hevrin-khalafs-martyrdom-future-syria-party-calls-for-justice</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On the sixth anniversary of the martyrdom of Hevrin Khalaf, the late Secretary-General of the Future Syria Party, the women members of the party affirmed that she was targeted because she called for peace and unity among Syrians. They condemned the continued impunity of those responsible for her assassination, some of whom now hold leading positions in the Interim Government. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 06:45:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Letters to Leader Ocalan as part of campaign demanding meeting with him</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/letters-to-leader-ocalan-as-part-of-campaign-demanding-meeting-with-him</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/letters-to-leader-ocalan-as-part-of-campaign-demanding-meeting-with-him</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from the city of Girkê Legê and the town of Rmilan in the Jazira Canton have begun writing letters to Leader Abdullah Ocalan as part of a campaign calling for a meeting with him. Meanwhile, women from the city of Amuda expressed their desire to meet the leader through recorded video messages. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2025 15:25:47 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star calls for physical freedom of Leader Abdullah Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-calls-for-physical-freedom-of-leader-abdullah-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-calls-for-physical-freedom-of-leader-abdullah-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Kongra Star called for an end to the isolation imposed on Leader Abdullah Ocalan, emphasizing the need to secure his physical freedom. The organization stressed that such isolation policies violate international agreements and humanitarian law. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2025 13:09:03 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Iranian authorities execute 49 women in East Kurdistan, Iran</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-execute-49-women-in-east-kurdistan-iran</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/iranian-authorities-execute-49-women-in-east-kurdistan-iran</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Over the past 13 months, Iranian authorities have executed 49 women in East Kurdistan and Iran. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 15:17:05 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>44 women join ranks of Internal Security Forces – Women</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/44-women-join-ranks-of-internal-security-forces-women</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/44-women-join-ranks-of-internal-security-forces-women</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Forty-four women have joined the ranks of the Internal Security Forces – Women in North and East Syria, following a training course at the Martyr &quot;Hira Wan&quot; Academy, which concluded with a graduation ceremony. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 13:24:44 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Turkey to transfer Kurdish detainee Lamia Asu to Syrian Transitional Government after 32 years</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/turkey-to-transfer-kurdish-detainee-lamia-asu-to-syrian-transitional-government-after-32-years</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/turkey-to-transfer-kurdish-detainee-lamia-asu-to-syrian-transitional-government-after-32-years</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Turkish authorities are preparing to hand over Kurdish detainee Lamia Asu from the occupied city of Afrin to the Syrian Transitional Government after more than three decades in prison. She was transferred today to a detention center in preparation for the handover. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 19:03:14 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>KJK: Leader Ocalan&amp;apos;s call for peace constitutes severe blow to international conspiracy against him</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-leader-ocalans-call-for-peace-constitutes-severe-blow-to-international-conspiracy-against-him</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kjk-leader-ocalans-call-for-peace-constitutes-severe-blow-to-international-conspiracy-against-him</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdistan Women&#039;s Organization Coordination (KJK) made clear that Leader Abdullah Ocalan&#039;s call for peace and democratic society constitutes a severe blow to the dreams of the malicious international conspiracy. It called on democratic forces, freedom-seeking peoples, and women to participate in this process and achieve the leader&#039;s physical freedom. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:18:11 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women of Zenobia Gathering, K S.tar condemn attacks on Sheikh Maqsoud &#45;Ashrafieh</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-zenobia-gathering-k-star-condemn-attacks-on-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-of-zenobia-gathering-k-star-condemn-attacks-on-sheikh-maqsoud-ashrafieh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Women of Zenobia Gathering in the Tabqa and Deir ez-Zor cantons, alongside Kongra Star in Qamishlo, strongly condemned the attacks on the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods, calling for an immediate halt to the aggression and lifting of the siege on the two areas. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 18:07:51 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women from Raqqa condemn Transitional Govt. attacks on Sheikh Maqsood&#45; Al&#45;Ashrafieh</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-from-raqqa-condemn-transitional-govt-attacks-on-sheikh-maqsood-al-ashrafieh</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/women-from-raqqa-condemn-transitional-govt-attacks-on-sheikh-maqsood-al-ashrafieh</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women from Raqqa canton have affirmed that their voices will remain resolute in opposing the recent attacks targeting the Sheikh Maqsood and Al-Ashrafieh neighborhoods, emphasizing the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire and calling for unified women&#039;s efforts to uphold the values of peace and humanity. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 16:31:30 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>YRJ: Inspired by leader Ocalan’s vision, we will change ourselves and society</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/yrj-inspired-by-leader-ocalans-vision-we-will-change-ourselves-and-society</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/yrj-inspired-by-leader-ocalans-vision-we-will-change-ourselves-and-society</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ On the anniversary of the martyrdom of Gurbet Ali Arzûz and Kurdish Women’s Journalism Day, the spokesperson of the Women’s Media Union, Arin Swed, stated: “We will continue our work in line with the legacy left to us by Gurbet Ali Arzûz, and we will transform ourselves as women and as a society in accordance with leader Ocalan vision.” ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 03:50:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Al&#45;Hol women demand “Right to Hope” for Leader Ocalan</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/al-hol-women-demand-right-to-hope-for-leader-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/al-hol-women-demand-right-to-hope-for-leader-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Women in the city of al-Hol have called for the “Right to Hope” for Leader Abdullah Ocalan in a statement emphasizing that this right is a legal and international entitlement. They urged all women to take active measures through activities and events, maintaining rights-based and media pressure until the leader achieves full physical freedom. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 12:46:24 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Zenobia Women call for decentralization to build a new, inclusive Syria&amp;quot;</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-women-call-for-decentralization-to-build-a-new-inclusive-syria</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/zenobia-women-call-for-decentralization-to-build-a-new-inclusive-syria</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The spokesperson for the Women of Zenobia Assembly emphasized that decentralization is the most effective solution for constructing a new Syria, noting that centralization has historically brought suffering and conflict to the country. She rejected the inadequate representation of women in the interim government and warned against regressing to the pre-2011 era. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 02:40:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>38 women executed in E. Kurdistan, Iran Since the Beginning of 2025</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/38-women-executed-in-e-kurdistan-iran-since-the-beginning-of-2025</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/38-women-executed-in-e-kurdistan-iran-since-the-beginning-of-2025</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Iranian authorities have executed 38 women in Eastern Kurdistan since the beginning of this year, as part of ongoing violations against women. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2025 17:20:07 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Journalist, her father injured in armed attack in Latakia</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/journalist-her-father-injured-in-armed-attack-in-latakia</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/journalist-her-father-injured-in-armed-attack-in-latakia</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Journalist Batoul Ali and her father were injured when their home in Damserkho village in the Latakia countryside was attacked by unknown assailants. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2025 14:30:58 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Meetings of the women&amp;apos;s delegation from NE, Syria in Europe end</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/meetings-of-the-womens-delegation-from-ne-syria-in-europe-end</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/meetings-of-the-womens-delegation-from-ne-syria-in-europe-end</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The diplomatic meetings of the Women&#039;s Delegation from North and East Syria in Europe concluded with a meeting held in the Swiss city of Aarau. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Oct 2025 16:48:17 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kongra Star holds event in al&#45;Shaddadi demanding freedom of Leader Ocalan </title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-holds-event-in-al-shaddadi-demanding-freedom-of-leader-ocalan</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/kongra-star-holds-event-in-al-shaddadi-demanding-freedom-of-leader-ocalan</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Kongra Star organized an event in the city of al-Shaddadi, emphasizing the need to end the isolation imposed on Leader Abdullah Ocalan and highlighting the pivotal role of women in the struggle while demanding his freedom, describing him as a symbol of the freedom and democracy project in the region. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Oct 2025 13:28:22 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Zeynab Jalalian’s health deteriorates in Iranian prison</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/zeynab-jalalians-health-deteriorates-in-iranian-prison</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/zeynab-jalalians-health-deteriorates-in-iranian-prison</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Political prisoner Zeynab Jalalian, sentenced to life imprisonment by the Iranian authorities, has been suffering from severe health problems. She was transferred to the hospital for surgery to “remove fibroid tumors,” but was returned to prison just one day after the operation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 22:31:43 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Amina Ossi: shared vision of women is a decentralized system</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/amina-ossi-shared-vision-of-women-is-a-decentralized-system</link>
<guid>https://hawarnews.com/en/amina-ossi-shared-vision-of-women-is-a-decentralized-system</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Amina Ossi, the spokesperson for the Committee on Alliances and Diplomatic Relations of the Kongra Star organization, emphasized that the transitional government is interfering in every aspect of women&#039;s lives, while women in North and East Syria are organizing themselves across all sectors. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 03:05:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Y.J.Ê.R: Leader Abdullah Ocalan’s Message consolidates our struggle</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/yjer-leader-abdullah-ocalans-message-consolidates-our-struggle</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Yazidi Women’s Union ( Y.J.Ê.R) in Rojava extended its greetings to Leader Abdullah Ocalan, affirming that his latest message to the Yazidi community provided them with renewed determination to intensify their struggle and advance toward democracy and peace. ]]></description>
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<title>Massive women&amp;apos;s march demanding leader Ocalan&amp;apos;s physical freedom</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Tirbê Spîyê city witnessed a massive women&#039;s march, rejecting the international conspiracy hatched against the leader Abdullah Ocalan, affirming their demand for his physical freedom, and supporting the democratic nation project. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:23:28 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdish national figure, Gule Sayed Remo, passed away</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdish national figure, Gule Sayed Remo, passed away on Thursday, departing the arena of North-East Syria Revolution, after a long record of struggle. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 13:51:23 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women in Raqqa: Decentralization  guarantee for equality, empowering women</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Women from Raqqa canton stressed the necessity of implementing a decentralized system in Syria, considering it a fundamental guarantee for achieving equality, social justice, and enabling women’s effective participation in political and social life. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 2025 07:25:00 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Members of Syrian Women’s Advisory Council in Europe</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Members of the Syrian Women’s Advisory Council, affiliated with the United Nations, visited Austria, held several meetings and official engagements, and will conclude their visits next week. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 18:39:16 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women’s delegation meets with Swiss Green Party; Socialist Left Party Parliamentarians</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The women’s delegation from North and East Syria met in the Swiss city of St. Gallen with parliamentarians from the Swiss Green Party and the Socialist Left Party. The meeting focused on the situation of women in Syria in general, especially after the fall of the Ba’ath regime. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 22:14:31 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s meeting in Zurich on future of Syria, women&amp;apos;s rights</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-meeting-in-zurich-on-future-of-syria-womens-rights</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The women&#039;s delegation from North and East Syria met in Zurich, Switzerland, with feminist activists and members of the Women&#039;s Strike Center. The meeting addressed several issues, most notably the role of Syrian women in a future Syria, ensuring the rights of all Syrian communities, and discussing the March 10 Agreement. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 17:01:39 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Preparations for 3rd National Conference of Kurdish women in Sulaymaniyah</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/preparations-for-3rd-national-conference-of-kurdish-women-in-sulaymaniyah</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdistan Women&#039;s Union platform revealed that the Third National Conference of Kurdish Women will be held between December and January in Sulaymaniyah city in southern Kurdistan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:16:45 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Third Kurdish Women’s Conference postponed </title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Third Kurdish Women’s Conference in Southern Kurdistan has been postponed due to its overlap with the commemoration of the late Iraqi President Jalal Talabani and the Iraqi parliamentary elections. A new date for the event has not yet been set. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:40:10 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Reading &amp;quot;Peace, Democratic Society&amp;quot; Manifesto to raise awareness among Youths</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/reading-peace-democratic-society-manifesto-to-raise-awareness-among-youths</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Members of the Young Women&#039;s Union in Aleppo began reading the &quot;Peace and Democratic Society&quot; Manifesto, which includes a detailed explanation of the problems facing Middle Eastern societies, along with the principles of consolidating peace and democracy. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:38:21 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Kurdistan Women’s Union announces date of 3rd Kurdish Women’s Conference</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kurdistan Women’s Union Platform has announced that the Third Kurdish Women’s Conference will be held on October 4 in Southern Kurdistan. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 13:28:57 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>NE Syria women’s delegation meets Bethnahrin Women’s Union in Switzerland</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The women’s delegation from North and East Syria met with members of the Bethnahrin Women’s Union in Switzerland, where the two sides discussed women’s achievements and the challenges they face, stressing the importance of strengthening cooperation to safeguard women’s rights. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:45:17 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Fawza Youssef: Decentralized system ensures Syria&amp;apos;s unity</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ During an assessment of the political situation at the second conference of the Women&#039;s Council of the Municipalities&#039; Union of North and East Syria, Fawza Youssef emphasized that Syria needs a decentralized system that preserves the rights of all components and protects the country&#039;s unity. She refuted accusations made by the transitional government in Syria regarding the Autonomous Administration&#039;s slowdown in implementing practical steps, confirming that the committees have been ready since two months. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:35:19 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>Women&amp;apos;s delegation discusses DAA&amp;apos;s system, women&amp;apos;s revolution during visit to Lausanne</title>
<link>https://hawarnews.com/en/womens-delegation-discusses-daas-system-womens-revolution-during-visit-to-lausanne</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The women&#039;s delegation from North and East Syria continues its European tour in Switzerland, where they participated on Saturday in a lecture introducing the region&#039;s democratic system and the women&#039;s revolution. On the same day, the delegation met with a member of the Lausanne Municipal Parliament, where they discussed the latest developments in the region and Syria. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 14:37:55 +0300</pubDate>
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<title>2nd conference of Women&amp;apos;s Council of Municipalities&amp;apos; Union in North&#45;East Syria held</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The second conference of the Women&#039;s Council of the Municipalities&#039; Union in North and East Syria recently began, with the participation of 150 female delegates, in Hasaka city in Jazira canton. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 14:20:32 +0300</pubDate>
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