Western sanctions imperil ancient trade in Persian carpets
Exports reach lowest levels on record, putting craft of weaving fine rugs at risk...
Dec 26Financial Timeseconomics
Exports reach lowest levels on record, putting craft of weaving fine rugs at risk...
More and more Middle Eastern women thrive as comedians. Could their success on stage, in the film industry, at comedy festivals and on social media foster empowerment for the next generation of girls?...
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