Iraq

Left on the Shelf

The number of so-called old maids, or unmarried women, in Iraq has increased over the last two decades.

20 Dec 06

Female civil society campaigners work with clerics from different faiths to promote dialogue and unity.

16 Dec 06

Sunnis targeted by al-Qaeda groups in western Iraq have formed their own militia.

11 Dec 06

Women are expected to look after the house and go out to work - and at the same time comply with social traditions that restrict their freedom.

4 Dec 06

Fed up with corruption and poverty, they yearn for a new life in Western Europe.

25 Nov 06

Brain drain concerns as number of Iraqis emigrating to escape violence multiplies.

22 Nov 06

Islamic militants seemingly determined to stamp out sale and consumption of alcohol in the capital.

13 Nov 06

Multinational forces must disengage and leave Iraq to its people, but their departure should be phased rather than immediate.

13 Nov 06

The deputy prosecutor at the Hague court says state cooperation is essential for international war crimes tribunals to function properly.

11 Nov 06

Families from Baghdad and other cities of Iraq head north to escape death squads and sectarian violence.

11 Nov 06

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