US Withdrawal Big Test for Iraqi Security Forces
Some suggest Sunni and Shia insurgents and Ba’athists could take advantage of pullout to cause mayhem.
23 Jun 09
Syria
Lebanese Election Outcome No Setback for Syria
Damascus believed to be unconcerned by victory of anti-Syrian March 14 group.
17 Jun 09
Slum-Dwellers Challenge Official Account of Riots
They say police crackdown on Ruhaiba left two people dead – official report mentions no fatalities.
12 Jun 09
Activists Warn of Blow for Women's Rights
Campaigners say that proposed personal status legislation is setback for women.
12 Jun 09
Syrians Eye Neighbour's Election
Outcome of Lebanon’s parliamentary ballot will determine relations between neighbouring states, say analysts.
6 Jun 09
On the Lebanese Campaign Trail
Journalist impressed by country’s political diversity – but alarmed by sectarian divisions evident during electoral campaign.
4 Jun 09
Clerics Urged to Promote Family Planning
As population continues to swell, officials turn to religious leaders to encourage birth control.
4 Jun 09
Kilo Pledges to Continue Struggle
Freed human rights activist determined to fight for greater freedom in country.
29 May 09
Journalists' Union Accused of Failing the Profession
Media workers say that their representative body is used to control and restrict them.
29 May 09
Getting Truants Back to School
Poor families offered food aid to persuade them to let their working children resume their studies.
26 May 09
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