Erbil Scores Big as Football Host
Locals beaming on and off field, as staging of Asian tournament boosts city’s resurgence.
18 Nov 09
Iraq
Land of Plenty in Crisis
Upriver dams cause influx of salt water that’s destroying crops and killing livestock in once verdant Basra region.
17 Nov 09
Kurdish Fighter's Bittersweet Retirement
Elderly ex-guerrilla struggles as street vendor to stave off penury.
12 Nov 09
New Lease of life for Capital's Book Market
Book enthusiasts returns to legendary Al-Muttanbi street, two years after bombing.
10 Nov 09
Watermelons Replace Bombs on Road to Baghdad
Recent journey along infamous highway invites comparisons with edgier passage at height of insurgency.
10 Nov 09
Bombing Atrocity Threatens Iraqi Elections
Concerns that violence could deter voters in upcoming polls come amid widespread anger at government’s security failings.
5 Nov 09
New Lease of Life for Baghdad Book Market
Book enthusiasts returns to legendary Al-Muttanbi street, two years after bombing.
29 Oct 09
Iraq: Sept ‘09
IWPR report into controversy over alleged political persecution in the workplace is cited for balance.
29 Oct 09
Iraqi Border Farewell for Kurdish Rebels
26 Oct 09
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