Last year was one of a kind. 2020 saw the rapid spread of the coronavirus pandemic, putting a stop to the hajj. Though peace in the Middle East remains a pipedream, there was something of a diplomatic thaw. At the same time, human rights across the region remain under attack. Here are Qantara.de's ten most read articles of 2020
01.04.2021
Syrian-born Rafik Schami is a gifted storyteller and one of the most successful authors writing in German today. In his 50 years in exile in Germany, he has introduced the Arab .More
Mass expropriation in Syria
31.03.2021
The Syrian war has moved through many phases and included a number of changing actors. But one aspect has remained constant throughout: the Assad regime is using the conflict to .More
Religious minorities in Iran
30.03.2021
It s no secret that the Baha i community in Iran is persecuted. Now, a document has come to light that appears to show the extent to which the repression is state-sponsored. By .More