Women's rights

Ex-SDF member Gonoi to settle with state, ex-colleague over sexual assault

Ms Gonoi plans to hold a press conference in late January, when the settlement is expected to be reached.

US Pentagon reviewing combat roles for women

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth is a frequent critic of so-called “woke” policies, and has previously expressed opposition to women serving in combat roles.

Over 400 prominent women urge Iran to halt execution of woman activist

There was no mention in Iranian official media about her case, nor confirmation that she had been sentenced to death.

French first lady Brigitte Macron apologises for slur after feminist backlash

France's first lady Brigitte Macron called the remarks caught on video early in December “private” comments.

‘Keeping hope’: Women sommeliers cracking male-dominated wine world open

Women who have fought their way to the top of the wine sommelier world say their profession is becoming less sexist.

Austrian government presses ahead with planned headscarf ban in schools

Iran arrests two marathon organisers over images of women competing without hijab

Women in Iran have been increasingly ignoring the hijab law, especially since nationwide protests in 2022.

Hundreds protest violence against women in Mexico

Mexico is experiencing a wave of feminist fervour fuelled by anger over the high number of assaults.

One woman killed by someone close every 10 minutes: UN

A UN report said that 60 per cent of women killed around the world were murdered by partners or relatives.

Iranian girls knock down social barriers with karate

A young athlete reaches up to give a "high-five" during the women's karate competition, made-up of clubs and teams from around the Tehran province.

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