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Turkish women gained the right to vote and run for office, making Turkey one of the first countries in the Middle East to grant women's suffrage. This was a direct result of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's modernization reforms.

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The Egyptian Feminist Union (EFU) was founded by Huda Sha'arawi, marking the beginning of organized feminism in the Arab world. This movement fought for women's suffrage and education rights. In 1923, Sha'arawi famously removed her face veil in public, inspiring many Egyptian women to do the same.

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Lebanese women gained the right to vote, marking a significant milestone in women's political participation in the Levant region. Lebanon became one of the earlier Arab states to grant women's suffrage.

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Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi granted women the right to vote and increased their social rights as part of his modernization program known as the White Revolution. Women were also encouraged to enter the workforce and pursue higher education.

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1979: First Female Minister in Saudi Arabia

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1979: First Female Minister in Saudi Arabia

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Dr. Thoraya Obaid became the first Saudi woman to receive a government scholarship to study in the United States, paving the way for future generations of Saudi women in education and leadership roles.

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Jordan began the process of reforming laws related to honor killings, marking a significant step forward in protecting women's rights and safety. This included amendments to Article 340 of the Penal Code.

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2011: Arab Spring and Women's Participation

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2011: Arab Spring and Women's Participation

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Women played a crucial role in the Arab Spring protests across the Middle East. In Tunisia, Egypt, and Yemen, women were at the forefront of demonstrations demanding democratic reforms and equal rights.

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2015: First Female Political Participation in Saudi Arabia

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2015: First Female Political Participation in Saudi Arabia

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Saudi women were allowed to vote and run for office in municipal elections for the first time in the country's history. 20 women were elected to municipal seats, marking a historic moment for women's political participation.

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Saudi Arabia lifted its long-standing ban on women driving, representing a significant shift in women's mobility rights. This change was part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 reform program.

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Several Middle Eastern countries implemented new laws protecting women's rights. The UAE introduced equal pay legislation, while Egypt strengthened laws against sexual harassment. These changes reflect ongoing progress in women's rights across the region.