Sunni Election Dilemma The prevalent view from outside Iraq is that Sunnis will boycott the elections - but the situation is not so cut and dried. 18 Nov 05
Al-Ja'afari Premier Credentials Questioned Growing Shia calls for their prime ministerial nominee to be replaced by a more moderate candidate. 18 Nov 05
Constitutional Battle Lies Ahead The debate over the new constitution could turn into the real “mother of all battles”. 18 Nov 05
Controversial TV Show Damages Rebel Cause Much-criticised programme in which suspected militants are interrogated is turning the public against the insurgency. 18 Nov 05