Militias Decry Kivu Amnesty Law
Militias say power sharing and government protection also needed to secure peace.
25 Jun 09
Middle East
On Seeing the Death of Neda
Syrian journalist tells of being moved by the death of a woman in a Tehran street.
25 Jun 09
Iraqis Say "Hands Off" to Iran
Many praise Tehran protesters but hope Iran keeps out of their country’s domestic affairs.
25 Jun 09
Herat Farmers Ditching Poppy for Saffron
Could world’s most expensive spice be answer to search for alternative to poppy cultivation?
24 Jun 09
Mixed Response to Ahmadinejad Re-election
While some say hardline foreign policies are good for Syria, others favour ending strategic alliance with Iran.
23 Jun 09
Election Fever Rises in Kurdistan
Competition stiff for parliamentary seats in what many believe will be a hotly-contested campaign.
23 Jun 09
Combating Female Circumcision
Activist describes challenges facing those trying to end the controversial practice in Iraqi Kurdistan.
23 Jun 09
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
Afghanistan: May '09
IWPR seeking to bridge gap between classroom studies and daily practice in Herat.
22 Jun 09
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