Iraq

Iraqi Journalists Rue Shoe Assault

Despite some initial awe, press corps mostly dismayed by TV correspondent who flung shoe at US president.

Campaign to Change Unfair Citizenship Law Continues

(19-Dec-08)

Winners and Losers in Baghdad Property Boom

Rises extend even to city’s slums, making homes increasingly unaffordable for many.

Iraqi Policewomen Brave Bombers and Bias

Unarmed and exposed, female officers face uphill struggle in dangerous profession.

Mosul Christians Reluctant to Return

Community worries about continued threats despite stepped up security and financial aid.

Iraq: Oct ‘08

IWPR Iraq trainees get to grips with investigative techniques to enable them to report governance issues more effectively.

Iraq: Oct ‘08

IWPR stories said to have contributed to better understanding of problems arising from dissolution of Awakening Councils and Shia displacement.

Kirkuk Night Raid

Iraq: Sep ‘08

IWPR preparations for the new training programmes forge ahead.

Politicians Ponder Obama Iraq Strategy

They believe US president-elect unlikely to pursue campaign pledges on troop pullout and aid.