Iran arrested 7,000 in crackdown on dissent during 2018 – Amnesty
Craig TaylorWomen protesting against the compulsory hijab law were among those held, Amnesty International says. BBC News – Middle East
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Detained US-born Iranian reporter released from US custody
The 59-year-old presenter for Iran’s Press TV was released after she was held for 10 days as a witness. BBC News – Middle East
Yemen war: Accidental blast kills foreign demining experts
Two South Africans, a Croatian, a Bosnian and a Kosovan were in a vehicle that blew up while transporting mines. BBC News – Middle East
Syria war: Israeli jets target Iranian positions around Damascus
Israel’s military says it hit sites operated by elite Iranian units as well as Syrian air defences. BBC News – Middle East
‘IS Beatles’: Mother loses high court challenge over evidence
Judges say the UK has no legal duty to protect the lives of a suspected Islamic State fighter. BBC News – Middle East
Man arrested over Israeli student’s killing
Israeli student Aiia Maasarwe was attacked while on the phone to her sister, police say. BBC News – Middle East