Basra Plagued by Mine Menace
UN critical of pace of landmine clearance, warning it’ll be decades before targets met.
3 Jul 09
Iran
On Seeing the Death of Neda
Syrian journalist tells of being moved by the death of a woman in a Tehran street.
25 Jun 09
Herat Farmers Ditching Poppy for Saffron
Could world’s most expensive spice be answer to search for alternative to poppy cultivation?
24 Jun 09
Afghanistan: May '09
IWPR seeking to bridge gap between classroom studies and daily practice in Herat.
22 Jun 09
Syrians Eye Neighbour's Election
Outcome of Lebanon’s parliamentary ballot will determine relations between neighbouring states, say analysts.
6 Jun 09
On the Lebanese Campaign Trail
Journalist impressed by country’s political diversity – but alarmed by sectarian divisions evident during electoral campaign.
4 Jun 09
Regional Summit Dismissed as Elaborate Showpiece
Afghanistan is joining its neighbours to devise a regional solution to their common crisis – but will it amount to much?
1 Jun 09
Afghanistan: Apr ‘09
Countrywide training workshops draw journalists from remote provinces into the IWPR reporting network.
28 May 09
Border Conflicts Test Kurdish Tightrope Act
American support seen as crucial to helping Iraqi Kurds resolve rebel conflicts with Turkey and Iran.
27 May 09
US Sanctions Renewal Causes Dismay
Decision to maintain restrictions at time of increased diplomatic engagement surprises observers in Damascus.
15 May 09
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