As Houthis downplay losses, Iranian social media users challenge their claims

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As Houthis downplay losses, Iranian social media users challenge their claims

Photos and names of slain Houthi commanders are circulating online, as the group's top tier leaders and IRGC military advisors retreat.

Lebanon's Shia community is quietly dissatisfied with Hizbullah

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Lebanon's Shia community is quietly dissatisfied with Hizbullah

Though many Lebanese Shia are reluctant to protest, fearing reprisal, the community strongly resents Hizbullah's escalation of conflict.

Regime's rigid internet restrictions disrupt Iranians' lives, livelihoods

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Regime's rigid internet restrictions disrupt Iranians' lives, livelihoods

The Iranian regime has increasingly limited citizens' access to the internet since the widespread protests that began last year.

Globally applauded, reprimanded at home: acclaimed Iranian director sentenced to prison

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Globally applauded, reprimanded at home: acclaimed Iranian director sentenced to prison

The sentencing of screenwriter and director Saeed Roustayi constitutes 'a serious violation of free speech for Iranian artists', Cannes organizers say.