Iraq
Samawa Shias Criticise Election
By Hussein Ali al-Yasiry in Samawa (ICR No. 103, 27-Jan-05)
18 Nov 05
Iraqi Vice-President on the Campaign Trail
By Meethaq Fadhil in Nassriyah (ICR No. 103, 27-Jan-05)
18 Nov 05
Regional Polls Leave Kurds Cold
Kurds are keen to vote for Iraq’s National Assembly, but many are too disillusioned to take part in the regional poll.
18 Nov 05
Pre-Election Gun Boom in Baghdad
Residents see troubled days ahead, and think it's time to keep their powder dry.
18 Nov 05
Election Official Says Polls on Track
Despite the swelling number of attacks on polling stations, the election body believes it is ready for the big day.
18 Nov 05
More Violence as Polls Loom
Seven civilians and an Iraqi soldier die in car bombings, a roadside blast and crossfire.
18 Nov 05
Sulaimaniyah Sceptical of Campaign Promises
Parties campaigning in Iraqi Kurdistan are failing to win over cynical voters.
18 Nov 05
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