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Two Iranian Footballers Find Safety in Australia
Global NewsMar 18

Two Iranian Footballers Find Safety in Australia

Two members of Iran's women's national football team remained in Australia after being granted humanitarian visas, despite pressure on their teammates to return home. Their courage to seek safety highlights the difficult choices athletes face when speaking out.

BBC Sport2 min read
Iran Women's Team Protest Sparks Global Support in Australia
Community HeroesMar 9

Iran Women's Team Protest Sparks Global Support in Australia

Iran's women's football team refused to sing their national anthem at the Asian Cup, sparking crowds in Australia to chase their bus chanting support and calling for their safety. The powerful moment highlights international solidarity with Iranian women standing up for their rights.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Ancient Water Tunnels Offer Hope for Iran's Drought Crisis
SolutionsFeb 2

Ancient Water Tunnels Offer Hope for Iran's Drought Crisis

As Iran faces six years of severe drought, engineers are looking to a 3,000-year-old solution that once sustained civilizations across the desert. The qanat system of underground tunnels could help cities facing water bankruptcy find relief.

France 24 English2 min read
Iranian Protester Erfan Soltani Alive After Global Outcry
Global NewsJan 22

Iranian Protester Erfan Soltani Alive After Global Outcry

A 26-year-old Iranian protester feared to be facing execution is alive and reunited with his family after international pressure helped halt his case. The successful advocacy shows how global attention can save lives.

Egypt Independent2 min read
Iranian PhD Student Finds Hope 600km From Perth
Global NewsJan 18

Iranian PhD Student Finds Hope 600km From Perth

Sahar Goki is building a new life in Kalgoorlie, studying metallurgy and holding onto hope for her homeland. Despite worry for loved ones during Iran's recent turmoil, she refuses to give up on the country she loves.

ABC Australia2 min read