Iran

New Twist in Israeli Visit Case

Dismissed politician may never face trial for “illegal” Israeli trip after the judge who charged him is dismissed.

22 Feb 05

Al-Qaeda Using Kuwaiti Route

Cross-border trade and holes in security wall make Kuwait’s frontier an easy option for militants.

22 Feb 05

Saddam's Disputed Legacy

The former dictator may have swapped his palaces for a prison cell, but he still divides opinion amongst those he once governed.

22 Feb 05

Basra Sees Menace from the East

Many people in southern city believe Iran is carrying out assassinations as part of a strategy to extend influence.

22 Feb 05

Suspect Held Over Halabja

Sixteen years after the Kurdish town was hit by a poison gas attack, a man alleged to have supplied the chemicals could be brought to justice.

22 Feb 05
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