Iranian Azerbaijanis Move North
Growing numbers are moving from Iran to Azerbaijan, especially since the upsurge in tension between Washington and Tehran.
14 Apr 06
Middle East
Adygeia's President Confronts Kremlin
Leader puts his future – and that of his small republic – on the line.
14 Apr 06
Anfal Widows' Sad Fate
Women widowed by Saddam’s Anfal campaign still struggle to get by nearly 20 years on.
13 Apr 06
Karakalpak Traders Flourish
A remote region on the border between Karakalpakstan and Turkmenistan has become a stop on the flourishing – if unofficial – trading route between China and the Gulf states. The situation could change as the Uzbek and Turkmen authorities are taking steps
10 Apr 06
Police Hiring Boom in Sulaimaniyah
Villagers and workers are leaving low-paying jobs to join the police.
5 Apr 06
Halabja Protest Turns Violent
One person is killed as thousands voice their anger at authorities who they believe exploit their misery and do nothing to help them recover from Saddam’s gas attack.
4 Apr 06
Anger at University Protest Crackdown
Recriminations follow violent break-up of student demonstration over government stipends.
30 Mar 06
Dump Second Home for Children
Despite economic growth in some quarters, extreme poverty is forcing youngsters to pick through trash.
30 Mar 06
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