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Demands for Radical Political Change in Lebanon

New protest group campaigns for overhaul of system that appears the most democratic in the Arab world but has many significant flaws.

Divisions in Tunisia Over Continued Protests

Some want them to end so as to give the interim administration a chance, while others insist pressure must be kept up to bring about real change.

"Delusional" Gaddafi

The Arab world has at once ridiculed the Libyan leader’s bizarre TV appearances and been appalled by the brutal suppression of his people.

An Arab Model for Democracy

The time is ripe to crystallise a creative vision for Egyptian democracy, one that can perhaps be used as a model by other Arab countries.

Arab TV's Morality Tales Turned Upside Down

For decades Egyptian soap operas conditioned Arabs to be virtuous and stoic when all around them was corrupt – TV footage of the Egyptian uprising has changed all that.

Kazak Early Election Presented as Democratic Option

President Nazarbaev offers “lesson in democracy” by dropping plans to extend current term, but slips in an early election instead.

Kato Killing Must Serve as Catalyst for Change

US president has mourned murder of Ugandan Gay activist – Ugandan leaders should do the same.

Taking a Stand in Kazakstan

Journalist who led demo against referendum allowing president to avoid elections says even small-scale protest has symbolic value.

Uzbek Prison Brutality Continues Unchecked

Abyei Solution Key to South Sudan Stability

Disputed area of southern Sudan remains a potential flashpoint– but not because of its oil resources.