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'No good choice': the Afghans forced to return from Iran

Exhausted Afghans cross the border from Iran in a sandstorm, leaving behind a country in the grip of war to return to a homeland that is battered by conflict and humanitarian crisis. At the Islam Qala crossing point in Herat province, western Afghanistan, Talibshah, who did not

New release: Energy in Europe - 2026 edition

Energy is the foundation of modern societies, powering our homes, schools, hospitals, industries and transport. A reliable and sustainable energy supply helps us maintain our quality of life and foster economic growth. But how much do we know about where our energy comes from,

From Marx to mosque: how Iran reshaped global extremism

The Iranian Revolution of 1979 reshaped the political landscape of the Middle East, replacing Iran’s Western-backed leader with an Islamic Republic. It transformed modern political extremism. Now, more than 40 years later, the Israeli–US attacks have killed the country’s