Naser Kadhem

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As the deadline for exchanging old banknotes for new nears, Iraqis have found it harder – and costlier – to get hold of the new money.

22 Feb 05

Anti-Coalition Sunni heartland sees biggest protests, but Shia protestors also call for retribution.

22 Feb 05

The conspirators of Dijail settled on a plan to rid the country of its dictator 22 years ago.

22 Feb 05

Tensions between US troops and followers of radical Shia preacher Muqtada al-Sadr threatening to spiral out of control.

22 Feb 05

Unlike other parts of the country, this southern Iraqi city is supportive of Coalition soldiers in its midst.

22 Feb 05

Armed insurgents openly man checkpoints alongside Coalition-created force.

22 Feb 05

The people of Dijail suffered years of repression and now find little cause to feel sorry that their former president has ended up in court.

22 Feb 05

Deployment of Iraqi policemen in place of American soldiers brings greater confidence that law and order can be imposed.

22 Feb 05

Once attractive area along the Shatt al-Arab has turned into a deserted, polluted mess.

22 Feb 05

Angry motorists reach for their guns as frustration over long petrol queues leads to violence.

22 Feb 05

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