Women's Voices on Election Day
As Iraqi women streamed into polling centres for last week’s election, IWPR reporters sought out the views of this increasingly assertive constituency.
21 Dec 05
Iran
Kicking the Habit
Using opium or hashish is considered perfectly acceptable by increasing numbers of people.
14 Dec 05
Anfal Victims See Bleak Future
Relatives of those who perished in Iraqi army massacres feel new political era unlikely to deliver justice.
8 Dec 05
Car Bombs Rock Sulaimaniyah
Violence shocks a quiet Kurdish city unaccustomed to the violence seen elsewhere in Iraq.
24 Nov 05
A Dangerous Trade
Once protected by Saddam's regime, prostitutes now fear for their lives.
24 Nov 05
Turkmen Leader Wins on Gas Deal
President Niazov seems to be on a roll, extracting the best possible deal on the gas he sells Ukraine. But how long will his winning streak last?
24 Nov 05
Wife for a Night
Those unwilling or unable to commit to a long-term relationship can find a solution in the Shia practice of temporary marriage
20 Nov 05
Afghans Head for the Mall
A glittering complex housing a hotel and nearly 100 expensive shops is a source of wonder for Kabul residents.
20 Nov 05
A Star is Born
Fourteen-year-old Marina Gulbahari defies the odds by gaining rave reviews in her first movie and defies convention by deciding to pursue a film career.
18 Nov 05
Imports Threaten Local Industries
Clothing and shoe manufacturers complain that they’re unable to compete with lower cost goods imported mainly from China.
18 Nov 05
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