Iran

Allawi Still Enjoys Backing of Security Forces

Outgoing prime minister is seen as a secular strongman who is well placed to tackle security problems.

18 Nov 05

Officials say there’s an urgent need to improve job prospects, in order to stave off instability.

18 Nov 05

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

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