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Proposed hijab law unites Iranians in calls for freedom
As a controversial new hijab law awaits implementation in Iran, SAT-7 PARS show Insiders highlighted the struggle of women and men for greater freedom in the country.

The mother heart of God
As Mother’s Day is marked in most Middle East and North Africa n countries on 21 March, SAT-7 CEO Rita El- Mo unayer shares a reflection on the mother heart of God…

Hope and renewal: SAT-7 PARS marks the Persian new year
As millions gather with loved ones for Nowruz – an ancient festival marking the Persian New Year – SAT-7 PARS is celebrating with them and unpacking the festival’s themes of new life and renewal.

Building relationships with Turkish viewers
Building relationships off-screen and listening to what people need is driving increased engagement with Turkish viewers. Presenter Şemsa Deniz Bakır explained how a different approach is opening up new opportunities to help Turks with their life challenges and support them on a journey of faith.

Prayers for Syria following outbreak of violence
The fall of the Assad regime in Syria last December took the world by surprise, igniting hopes of a peaceful future for the war-weary nation. But violent clashes between Assad loyalists and government security forces, and subsequent retaliatory attacks, have claimed over 1,000 lives, reportedly including Christians and people from other minorities.

Promoting opportunity for children with disabilities
Children with disabilities in the Middle East and North Africa often face isolation and exclusion. SAT-7 has been challenging the status quo and supporting families to help their children achieve their potential through Arabic program The Same Bench.

Restoring hope across the MENA through multi-language project
People living in different parts of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) face distinct challenges that have led many to become hopeless. An ambitious new multi-language project is aiming to address viewers’ felt needs in different contexts and help them find hope in Christ.
