University of Exeter archaeologist awarded OBE in the New Year’s Honours List
A renowned University of Exeter archaeologist has been awarded an OBE in the New Year’s Honours List for his work...
Arab and Islamic Studies
Civilian displacement key tactic of Syrian regime during civil war, study shows
Displacement of people, designed to cause depopulation, became a key part of the Syrian regime’s attempts to re-establish control of...
Study of Arab tribes should not be abandoned, study says
The study of Arab tribes should not be abandoned because Middle East and North African citizens continue to insist on...
Powerful exhibition shows daily life for Kurdish women fighting Iran
A powerful new exhibition shows the resilience of Kurdish women fighting against Iran. The women live in extraordinary conditions, sheltering...
Mosul residents to celebrate the city’s ancient musical heritage and its resilience at new festival
Residents of Mosul are celebrating freedom from ISIS and their ancient Iraqi musical heritage with a new festival in a...
Archaeologists discover the first Christian building in Bahrain
Archaeologists have uncovered one of the earliest Christian buildings in the Arabian Gulf – the first physical evidence of a...
Iran’s water policy is discriminatory and an example of “environmental racism”, study says
Iran’s water policy is discriminatory and an example of environmental racism, with specific regions and ethnic groups deliberately impoverished, damaged...
Celebrations to mark two decades of Alwaleed Philanthropies’ support for University of Exeter students
Experts and philanthropists are marking two decades of support which has enabled hundreds of University of Exeter students to take...
University of Exeter experts celebrate prestigious academic awards
Pioneering University of Exeter experts have celebrated being awarded prestigious academic prizes at a special ceremony. The three researchers –...