First Person

Syrian Conflict Played Out on Social Media

The authorities appear to have become as adept as the activists in exploiting the likes of Facebook and Twitter.

13 Apr 11

The intelligence service infiltrates every aspect of the lives of foreign visitors and locals.

12 Apr 11

Former fighter recalls the brutally-suppressed rebellion against Saddam regime two decades ago.

7 Apr 11

More bloodshed as protesters insist resignation of the president must be central to any political deal.

6 Apr 11

Now in hiding, campaigner describes year of repeated questioning and threats by the secret police.

4 Apr 11

International community need to ensure that it protects non-combatants from violence by both sides in the conflict.

30 Mar 11

Activist provides firsthand account of regime’s crackdown on mass protests in Syrian city.

29 Mar 11

Protests have given female activists a rare opportunity to express their views.

24 Mar 11

Activists denounce Bahraini regime’s alleged attempt to present uprising as a sectarian conflict.

23 Mar 11

Tunisian aid organisations and volunteers rally to assist the thousands of foreign workers who fled the fighting in Libya.

16 Mar 11

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