Syria

Kurds Hunger for English

Private language schools flourishing as youngsters see English as key to better career opportunities.

7 Nov 07

Despite vast investment, Iraq’s sclerotic electricity network shows little sign of improvement, to the despair of residents and businesses alike.

31 Oct 07

Iraqi journalists struggle to get their stories out in the face of intimidation, abductions and targeted killings.

8 Oct 07

Legislation de-criminalises libel but imposes a range of reporting restrictions.

2 Oct 07

Dire shortage of drugs and doctors reflects catastrophic effect of war and corruption on the country’s healthcare system.

28 Sep 07

Local tribes who reap massive profits from stolen oil are likely to obstruct the authorities’ attempts to protect pipelines.

7 Sep 07

Kidnappings of students, murders of teachers and chaotic classrooms leave education in the capital close to collapse.

7 Sep 07

Extraordinary difficulties – and a few glimmers of hope – in Iraq's schools and universities.

31 Aug 07

Central authorities accused of failing to support non-Arabic language education in northern town.

30 Aug 07

Many go abroad to escape the threat of violence, while others seek refuge in the countryside around Mosul.

15 Aug 07

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