A bad omen? Syria bans women from university courses

DW26 October 2026, 20:07 UTCSyria

The recent announcement that Syrian tertiary institutes will not allow women into some courses has triggered debate. Critics worry it may be a sign that the new Syrian government is restricting women's rights.

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