International Justice/ICC: Feb ‘09
Congolese journalists and NGOs say IWPR Lubanga coverage is vital in filling information gap.
7 Apr 09
Middle East
Kyrgyz Holiday Business to Cash in on Economic Gloom
The resorts around the picturesque Lake Issykkul are busy preparing for summer, hoping the economic downturn affecting Kyrgyzstan’s neighbours will be good for them.
6 Apr 09
Afghan Girls Suffer for Sins of Male Relatives
Traditional means of settling disputes usually involves giving young girl to family of perceived victim of crime.
3 Apr 09
Arranged Marriages a Thriving Business
But some say women are being tricked into entering temporary unions.
2 Apr 09
Paying a High Price for Freedom
Syrian human rights lawyer offers a tribute to a political dissident who never lost hope, despite years of suffering.
2 Apr 09
Syria Goes Green
Increasing numbers of voluntary initiatives are emerging to tackle threats to environment.
31 Mar 09
Ex-Kurdish Leader Takes On Old Allies
Former PUK leader steps up media criticism of Iraqi Kurdistan’s political elite.
30 Mar 09
Targeting of Cyber Dissidents Continues
Three-year jail term for internet postings suggests thaw in Syrian-western relations has yet to translate into changes in domestic policy.
26 Mar 09
Golan Heights Apples Give Syrians Hope
Recent exports seen as sign that restrictions imposed on occupied territory could be relaxed.
24 Mar 09
International Justice/ICC: Feb ‘09
ICC project continues to provide unique reports and analysis on landmark Lubanga trial.
23 Mar 09
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