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Male, Muslim and feminist, UN’s Mohammad Naciri talks women’s rights in the Middle East
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, Mohammad Naciri, a regional director for the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, spoke to Euronews about the current state of the women’s rights cause amongst Arab states.
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Euroviews. Speak out to protect Bulgaria's women | View
The reported rape and murder of Bulgarian journalist Victoria Marinova raises concerns about threats to media freedom, but it also serves as a stark reminder that Bulgaria should prioritize efforts to combat violence against women, writes a Human Rights Watch researcher.
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Euroviews. Compulsory hijab and the dignity of women | View
Ultimately, this is not about a piece of cloth but about a woman’s worth, her dignity. If a woman cannot determine how to dress, how can she be a responsible person? If she cannot control how to cover her head, how can she control what goes on inside her head?