Syrians Eye Neighbour's Election
Outcome of Lebanon’s parliamentary ballot will determine relations between neighbouring states, say analysts.
6 Jun 09
Iran
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
Border Turks Want Door to Armenia Kept Shut
Plan to reopen frontier between Armenia and Turkey wins few friends in towns and villages on Turkish side.
1 May 09
Sunni Take Dim View of Shia Mass Weddings
Shia adoption of Iranian-style unions seen by Sunni as attack on Afghan culture.
20 Apr 09
Azeri Enclave Puts Lid on Dissenting Voices
Locals in isolated Nakichevan say authorities there have ways of ensuring complaints don’t reach Baku.
10 Apr 09
Afghan Girls Suffer for Sins of Male Relatives
Traditional means of settling disputes usually involves giving young girl to family of perceived victim of crime.
3 Apr 09
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