Syria

Drought Blights Syrian Villages

Slow response to crisis prompts many to flee to big cities.

28 Jan 10

Once crushed political forum starts thriving Facebook group.

21 Jan 10

Protests in Iraq after Ankara outlaws Kurdish political party.

20 Jan 10

Double bombing follows wave of assassinations targeting leaders in western Iraqi province.

14 Jan 10

Trade ban dashes hopes of reviving national carrier to boost tourism.

13 Jan 10

Tajikistan’s culture ministry plans to regulate the flow of students going abroad to study at Islamic colleges.

9 Jan 10

Lebanese premier’s visit may help to overcome distrust between the two countries.

6 Jan 10

With markets flooded with imports, many fear for domestic agriculture.

24 Dec 09

Economic liberalisation brings widening social gulf.

18 Dec 09

They are kept under lock and key by their employers and face resentment from province's unemployed.

18 Dec 09

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