Haleh Esfandiari

Haleh

For journalists in Iran, being arrested is an all-too-common occurrence

Global Politics

Iranian authorities arrested four journalists in Tehran, this week, including a reporter for the Washington Post and high wife. It’s just another example of the country’s crackdown on journalism.Iranian authorities arrested four journalists in Tehran, this week, including a reporter for the Washington Post and high wife. It’s just another example of the country’s crackdown on journalism.

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Lifestyle & Belief

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Conflict & Justice
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Former Iranian prisoner tells her story

Conflict & Justice
The World

Iran releases American hiker Sarah Shourd

Global Politics
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