American Pullout Would Shatter Democratic Hopes
A swift end to the multinational military presence would lead to mayhem, with the army still incapable of holding down armed militias and al-Qaeda insurgents.
13 Nov 06
Middle East
Dying for a Drink
Islamic militants seemingly determined to stamp out sale and consumption of alcohol in the capital.
13 Nov 06
US Must Set Deadline for Departure
Multinational forces must disengage and leave Iraq to its people, but their departure should be phased rather than immediate.
13 Nov 06
War Crimes Tribunals Need State Cooperation
The deputy prosecutor at the Hague court says state cooperation is essential for international war crimes tribunals to function properly.
11 Nov 06
Iraqi Kurdistan Offers Safe Haven for Fleeing Arabs
Families from Baghdad and other cities of Iraq head north to escape death squads and sectarian violence.
11 Nov 06
Alphabet Change Sparks Debate
A government proposal to switch to the Latin alphabet has divided opinion in Kazakstan.
10 Nov 06
Azeri Nut Trade Faces Crunch
Rumours, health warnings and powerful business interests drive Azerbaijan’s nut farmers and traders to the brink of ruin.
3 Nov 06
Armenia: Yezidi Identity Battle
New textbooks highlight division within Armenia’s Yezidi community.
3 Nov 06
Baghdad Gays Fear for Their Lives
Homosexuals across the capital are being hunted down and murdered by Islamic militants and even the police.
3 Nov 06
Marriage Realities
Many regard it as evil, some as a golden cage, and others as part of their religious duty - the subject of marriage is hotly debated in Iraq.
1 Nov 06
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