Middle East

Conspiracy of Silence Over HIV/AIDS

Health officials fear HIV may be spreading rapidly, but ignorance and denial cloud the issue.

Sunni Group Forces Boycott of Iranian Goods

Under threat of reprisals, shop owners in central Iraq are no longer selling Iranian products.

In "Turkmen Street"

Turn a corner in Istanbul’s famous Grand Bazaar, and you might imagine you are suddenly somewhere in Central Asia. This small part of the sprawling covered market is known as “Turkmen Street”. Here you will hear the Turkmen language spoken as often as Tur

Film Festival Shows a Different Iraq

London documentary screenings focus on culture as well as the struggle of daily life in Iraq.

Political Representation Key Issue for Women

Women’s rights activists vow to fight for stronger political role.

A Dangerous Occupation

Kidnapping, murder and arrest are the price of doing business in the most dangerous country in the world to practice journalism.

Blind Seek Dignity Through Education

Visually impaired Kurds face discrimination, but many are determined to learn despite the obstacles.

Zimbabwe: Mine Nationalisation Fears

Foreign investors nervous about Mugabe's plan to place country’s mines in state hands.

Baghdad Life

Herceg-Bosna Trial Gets Under Way

Prosecutors open trial against six Bosnian Croats charged with ethnic cleansing of Muslims.