Heads of multiple UN agencies, civil society groups say they cannot deliver aid to Afghans without female workers.

Iran rocked by sweeping protests since September over young woman’s death in police custody.

Iran has seen sweeping protests in recent months sparked by death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in police custody.

Most of escapees convicted on drug, weapons trafficking charges.

Qatar denies involvement in corruption case involving people linked to EU parliament.

Western countries seek to enhance Lebanese army’s capabilities in face of Hezbollah, according to observers.