Sunni Election Dilemma
The prevalent view from outside Iraq is that Sunnis will boycott the elections - but the situation is not so cut and dried.
18 Nov 05
Iraq
Nomads Rally to Sistani Call
Because of their lifestyle it’s been hard for them to follow the electoral campaign – but nomads say that won’t stop them voting.
18 Nov 05
Saddam's Town Readies for Vote
Many Tikrit residents would vote if security threats were not such a deterrent.
18 Nov 05
Kirkuk Preachers Enter Election Fray
Religious leaders in disputed city step up efforts to mobilise the faithful.
18 Nov 05
Kirkuk Parties Upset at Kurdish Returnee Vote
By Ommar Gharib in Kirkuk (ICR No. 99, 25-Jan-05)
18 Nov 05
Baaqubah Faces Wrath of Militants
Insurgents terrorise city forcing electoral officials to quite their jobs.
18 Nov 05
Kurdish Officials Outline Security Plans
By Rebaz Mahmood in Sulaimaniyah (ICR No. 99, 25-Jan-05)
18 Nov 05
Northeastern Town's Kurds and Arabs Split Over Participation
By Dhya Rasan in Jalawla (ICR No. 99, 25-Jan-05)
18 Nov 05
Polling Stations Under Fire in Amarah
By Hazim al-Sharaa in Amarah (ICR No. 99, 25-Jan-05)
18 Nov 05
Rival Blocs Campaign in South
Relative calm means people are ready to take part in the election, and parties and blocs now have to compete for their vote.
18 Nov 05
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