IWPR
Institute for War & Peace Reporting
The Barada River, once a source of life for the people of Damascus, is now dried up and polluted but a group of young environmentalists are out to change that.
Young Syrian rappers are starting to appeal to a broad spectrum of Syrian society with many political and social aspirations.
Video produced during an IWPR workshop for young Syrian journalists held in Beirut, October 2009.
Despite the opening of western-style cafes in Damascus, the old coffee shops are still a favoured destination for those interested in the traditions of the old city.
Video by produced during an IWPR workshop for young Syrian journalists held in Beirut, October 2009.
Important steps have been taken, but the Iraqi authorities must place a higher priority on confronting impunity and professionalising its approach to human rights.
Reports from Uzbekistan suggest there is little evidence of human rights improvements that would warrant the removal of sanctions.
The new song, written in Pashtu, pays tribute to the country’s unity and diversity.
Former fighters continue to be traumatised by viciousness of the early Nineties' conflict. By Anahit Danielyan and Seda Muradyan in Stepanakert
Politicians’ broken promises blamed for significant drop in election participation.