Middle East

Koran Translation Provokes Controversy

Demonstrators call for the death of those behind a new, unorthodox translation of the Koran.

Bleak Prospects for Kurdish Returnees

Former Kurdish residents of Kirkuk are being encouraged to return - but for many the homecoming has been a big disappointment.

Central Asian Gas Hike May Hit European Consumers

Russia will pass on sharp price rises in energy-rich Central Asian states to its European consumers.

Suffer the Children

Number of children dying higher than when the country was under sanctions.

Driven to Extremes

In the sectarian world of Baghdad, even car repairs are politically loaded.

Kazakstan: Ethnic Clash a Worrying Sign

Recurring conflicts suggest officials should be keeping a close watch on ethnic tensions.

No Relief for Camp Kids

Basic needs of many displaced children still not being met.

Tribunal Urged to Continue Beyond 2010

Iraq: Oct ‘07

Leading Arab news website runs a series of IWPR features on the state of media in Iraq.

Iraqi Kurdistan Braced for Turkish Attack