Weekend Reading: Journey to Iran, Alawites on the Run, and Tunisia’s Terror Law

Larry Cohler-Esses, writing for Forward, discovers a dynamic and complex society during his recent trip to Iran.

Omar Abdallah speaks with Syrian Alawites who no longer believe that the Assad regime can guarantee their safety.

Larbi Sadiki takes a look at Tunisia’s recent anti-terrorism law and its effects on the nascent democratic system there.