Al-Qaeda in Iraq Down – But Not Out
Extremist group could exploit chaos resulting from a US troop withdrawal to mount a comeback.
4 Aug 08
Syria
Looters Destroying Ancient Treasures
Archaeologists say unprotected remains of country’s historic civilisations are subject to widespread plundering.
1 Aug 08
Obama's Afghan Plan Raises Questions
Analysts say proposal to stabilise the country sounds good, but has several potential pitfalls.
28 Jul 08
Bosnia: The Mujahedin Unmasked
Recent book fills important gaps in what we know about the mysterious foreign fighters.
2 Jul 08
UN Proposal Provokes Iraqi Anger
Kurds, Turkomans and Arabs criticise recommendations on how to resolve territorial disputes in north.
30 Jun 08
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