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Building bridges through art: My journey creating 18 murals in Israel to support the women of Iran

The murals honor Iranian women’s bravery, forge a message of unity between Persians and Jews, and stand as symbols of resistance against tyranny and hope for freedom.

By HOOMAN KHALILI/THE MEDIA LINE
05/12/2024

Iranian woman strips clothes in protest after being assaulted

University officials claimed that the woman was suffering from "severe mental pressure and had a mental disorder."

Iranian police shoot, paralyze woman over hijab law violation

Police had been ordered to impound the car of 31-year-old Arezou Badri as she had been seen driving with her hair exposed - but fired on the car when she refused to stop.

Artist reveals mural depicting former Iran President Ebrahim Raisi in helicopter engulfed in hair

The Mural, showing former President Raisi’s helicopter being pulled down by Iranian women, is one of a series of 14 murals across Israel, initiated by filmmaker and radio personality Hooman Khalili.

12/06/2024

Iran's Israel strike coincided with crackdown on dissent at home, activists say

An Iranian politician, a former lawmaker, said "it is not just about cracking down on women who violate the dress code.

By REUTERS
23/04/2024

Iranian activist: Desperate regime waging all-out war against women

"Long live the resistance. Long live freedom. Long live the indomitable brave women of Iran," said Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi.

21/04/2024

Iranian official calls for forming international coalition against Israel at NY UN meeting

Nigeria has a history of engagement with Iranian-backed terrorist regimes including Hamas and Hezbollah.

Women from Iran, Israel call to denounce Hamas and the Islamic Republic

Co-signed by 55 female leaders from various countries across the Middle East and beyond, the letter finds rare consensus regarding the role of the terrorist group in the oppression of women.

07/03/2024

Israel's Knesset hosts conference for International Women's Day

Stormy separate Knesset committee discussion over funding for a forum that combats domestic violence cut short

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