Ammar Still Gives Hope to Many
He was a dreamer, but with perfect faith that his dreams could come true.
13 Oct 15
Iraq
Iraqi Yezidis Seek Refuge in Armenia
Although Armenia has a longstanding Yezidi community, only a handful of refugees have made it out of Iraq so far.
8 Sep 15
Leading IWPR's Iraq Team
The late Ammar Al Shahbander shows off the Baghdad office and talks about its work.
25 Jun 15
"A Man Who Cannot be Replaced"
A friend and colleague recalls Ammar Al Shahbander, who died on May 2.
28 May 15
Iraq's Pure Soul
IWPR's executive director describes the respect and affection people had for Ammar Al Shahbander.
15 May 15
Iraqis Mourn Ammar Al Shahbander
After an emotional farewell, colleagues reflect on his contribution in life.
14 May 15
A Free Life in Iraq
Ammar al-Shahbander gave his life to two causes that are never for the faint of heart – Iraq’s future, and the freedom to think and write.
7 May 15
IWPR Iraq Director Killed in Baghdad
Car bomb claims the life of dearest colleague, husband and father of four.
3 May 15
Getting By in Fallujah
Caught between Islamic State and the Iraqi military, residents of city in Iraq’s Anbar province describe daily struggle.
30 Oct 14
Survivor Recounts Iraqi Prison Massacre
Islamic State members slaughtered hundreds of Shia inmates after overrunning Mosul jail.
25 Sep 14
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