Israel

The Killing Fields of Afghanistan

Successive government bans on poppy production have had little impact on a deadly industry that blights lives across the world.

15 Feb 10

Families in Baghdad and in border camps complain of neglect.

15 Feb 10

Targeted sanctions likely to pose serious problems for the Tehran regime, but it remains defiant.

25 Jan 10

Opposition crowds seem to have shifted from passive protest to robust resistance to security forces.

22 Jan 10

Following political representation agreement, some residents fear unresolved issues will return to trouble them.

18 Dec 09

FIFA suspension spurs heated debate over the future of Iraqi football.

27 Nov 09

Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan has relocated next door to Tajikistan, though analysts doubt it will move back into Central Asia.

18 Nov 09

Syrians look for peace, trade with Saudi help.

16 Oct 09

On eve of the historic agreement with Ankara, Armenians discuss its implications.

10 Oct 09

For Azeris living close to frontline the war is an ever-present fact.

18 Sep 09

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