Iran

Shia Militia Takes on the Insurgents

Supporters of the Badr militia say it's a much-needed security force, but Sunnis allege it is part of the problem.

18 Nov 05

The threat of honour killings means most sex crimes go unreported in Iraq.

18 Nov 05

Residents of the town where Saddam Hussein ordered bloody reprisals in 1982 are glad to see their case taking centre stage in the war crimes case.

18 Nov 05

Porous frontier with Iran has proved a boon for Iraqi smugglers.

18 Nov 05

Religious minorities concerned about prospect of enlarged role for Islam in new constitution.

18 Nov 05

Psychiatric services under strain as cases of mental illness rise.

18 Nov 05

Shia visitors to holy city pushing up real estate prices.

18 Nov 05

Shelved legislation curbing women’s rights may soon be implemented.

18 Nov 05

Extension sought for compensation applications by those who lost property under Saddam.

18 Nov 05

Victims claim government efforts to clear millions of landmines are ineffective.

18 Nov 05

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