Kurdish Politicians Accused of Exploiting Saddam Victims
Campaigners in Iraqi Kurdistan urged to produce practical help instead of political slogans as election nears.
24 Jul 09
Iraq
PUK and KDP Face Challenge
The new Change list threatens to limit power of region’s political giants in upcoming ballot.
24 Jul 09
Northern City Set for Election Battle
Enthusiastic supporters take to the streets of Sulaimaniyah as two parties prepare to face off.
24 Jul 09
Kurdish Press Fails to Rise Above Fray
Hopes for independent reporting dashed as media favours particular election candidates.
24 Jul 09
Iraqis Relieved at American Exit
City dwellers recall experiences of retreating US military with bitterness and, occasionally, admiration.
17 Jul 09
Iraqi Reporter Latest Victim of Violence Against Women Journalists
A courageous Iraqi journalist, who covered sectarian violence in the north of the country, has been murdered in Mosul, the latest victim of attacks against Muslim women reporters.
17 Jul 09
Divisions Over Security Implications of US Pullout
Cynicism towards government clouds views of future, despite widespread relief at American withdrawal.
14 Jul 09
Helmandis Braced for Taleban Battle
Local residents greet massive marine offensive with equal measures of hope and fear.
9 Jul 09
New Wave of Violence Against Iraqi Gays
Rights advocate speaks of an "extraordinarily brutal campaign", saying hundreds may have been killed in last few months.
8 Jul 09
Basra Plagued by Mine Menace
UN critical of pace of landmine clearance, warning it’ll be decades before targets met.
3 Jul 09
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