Middle East

Zurich Ceremony Baffles Armenians

Live TV feed interrupted by Armenia v Spain football game, as last minute hitches delay signing of historic deal with Turkey.

Iraq Team Promote Human Rights on TV

From Celebration to Suspicion

Mixed reaction in Tehran to Geneva nuclear talks.

Heratis Mourn Rebel Commander

But government says Herat now safer after death of Ghulam Yahya Akbari in fight with Afghan and foreign troops.

Armenians Take Stock of Turkey Peace Deal

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

Shoe-Thrower's Release Revives Ethics Dispute

Iraqi journalists still divided over actions of reporter who served prison sentence for insulting Bush.

Dust-Up in the North

Villagers complain of pollution from unlicensed stone quarries.

Iraqi Cemetery Exorcises Ghosts of War

Hallowed burial ground welcomes downturn in business.

Kurdish Leaders Defiant Over Constitution Vote

Defying fierce opposition from fellow Kurds and Arabs, Iraqi Kurdistan’s leaders forge ahead with referendum plans.

Devout Muslims Turn to Islamic Insurers

New firms offer risk cover that follows rules against usury and gambling.