New Lease of Life for Baghdad Book Market
Book enthusiasts returns to legendary Al-Muttanbi street, two years after bombing.
29 Oct 09
Iraqi Kurdistan
Iraq: Sept ‘09
IWPR report into controversy over alleged political persecution in the workplace is cited for balance.
29 Oct 09
Pessimism Over US Nuclear Talks
Despite public’s relatively positive outlook towards America, reactions to Iran-US talks have been muted and lukewarm.
27 Oct 09
Iraqi Border Farewell for Kurdish Rebels
26 Oct 09
Publishers Hit by Government Curbs
Book sales plunge in wake of recent government restrictions on literature.
22 Oct 09
Why Turkey Should Confront its Past
20 Oct 09
Trendy Teahouses Strain Baghdad Traditions
Swanky TVs, soft drinks and exotic tobacco lure a young, mixed crowd to new-look cafes.
16 Oct 09
Zurich Ceremony Baffles Armenians
Live TV feed interrupted by Armenia v Spain football game, as last minute hitches delay signing of historic deal with Turkey.
16 Oct 09
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