DW author Shabnam von Hein

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Shabnam von Hein

Shabnam von Hein mainly writes analysis and background articles about Iran and Afghanistan.

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Mid-shot of a female figure in a black hijab, a bag over one shoulder, a book in the other arm. She stands in front of a white wall; her face has been erased, as if you can see through her.

Mid-shot of a female figure in a black hijab, a bag over one shoulder, a book in the other arm. She stands in front of a white wall; her face has been erased, as if you can see through her.

Afghan women taking the initiative against the Taliban

Afghan women are the ones who suffer most under Taliban rule. They are establishing networks to fight for their rights.

A dried up reservoir is seen from above

A dried up reservoir is seen from above

Iran's water crisis leads to alarming ground collapse

A drought in Iran is causing the ground to subside, threatening Tehran and hundreds of other towns.

An Afghan woman seen inside a tent

An Afghan woman seen inside a tent

Afghanistan: What happens to single moms under Taliban rule?

Being a single mother in Afghanistan often means fighting for survival and being at the mercy of relatives.

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A sign with the slogan "woman, life, freedom," and an Iranian flag are visible in front of the US Capitol

A sign with the slogan "woman, life, freedom," and an Iranian flag are visible in front of the US Capitol

US election: How would Kamala Harris deal with Iran?

US election: How would Kamala Harris deal with Iran?

Women's rights and Tehran's nuclear program would likely be key Iran policy points in a Harris administration.

Saeed Jalili (l) and Masoud Pezeshkian (r) shake hands

Saeed Jalili (l) and Masoud Pezeshkian (r) shake hands

Iran presidential election run-off: Who is likely to win?

Iran presidential election run-off: Who is likely to win?

Iranians will vote in a presidential run-off pitting a relatively moderate candidate against an ultraconservative.

Iran presidential candidates take part in a televised debate at the Iran State television studio in Tehran

Iran presidential candidates take part in a televised debate at the Iran State television studio in Tehran

Iran election: Can voters challenge the hard-liners?

Iran election: Can voters challenge the hard-liners?

Iranians are voting for new president on Friday. Many voters are disillusioned with the Islamic regime.

A photo combining portraits of Iran's six presidential candidates

A photo combining portraits of Iran's six presidential candidates

Iran: Who are the 6 men running for president?

Iran: Who are the 6 men running for president?

As Iranians prepare to elect a new president, six approved candidates are running to replace the late Ebrahim Raisi.

Two women holding up a sign that reads "Act now. Stop executions in Iran."

Two women holding up a sign that reads "Act now. Stop executions in Iran."

Iran: 'Western pressure can hinder executions'

Iran: 'Western pressure can hinder executions'

At least 853 people were executed in Iran last year. Human rights activists suspect the number was actually much higher.

In front of simple house, a boy wields a large spade in an attempt to clear away mud that reaches to his bare ankles

In front of simple house, a boy wields a large spade in an attempt to clear away mud that reaches to his bare ankles

Afghanistan needs long-term aid after floods

Afghanistan needs long-term aid after floods

Hundreds have died in heavy flooding in Afghanistan. The country is poorly equipped to deal with natural disasters.

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