Madaen Hostage Mystery Still Unsolved
Government investigation seeks to establish truth behind alleged kidnapping of Shia civilians.
18 Nov 05
Middle East
Overseas Fuel Smuggling Exposed
Petrol earmarked for domestic consumption diverted for sale abroad in well-organised smuggling operation.
18 Nov 05
Wasta Mars Mosul "Jobs Scheme"
Connections not qualifications were the key to getting work under a CPA-sponsored employment programme.
18 Nov 05
Government Facing Budget Woes
As budget predictions suggest a huge deficit, economists urge government to diversify revenue streams.
18 Nov 05
Erbil Rocked by Suicide Bomb
Kurdish city targeted one day after new Iraqi cabinet sworn in.
18 Nov 05
Privatisation Plan Drawn Up
Industry ministry hopes to persuade local and international firms to invest in state-owned concerns.
18 Nov 05
Corruption Haunts Trade Ministry
Higher levels of scrutiny introduced to limit damage from corporate and individual dishonesty.
18 Nov 05
Brides-to-be Risk Their Health
Women who’ve lost their virginity pay for dangerous medical procedure so their families won’t be shamed.
18 Nov 05
Plenty of Oil But No Petrol
Insurgents blowing up pipelines add to technical hitches that prevent Iraq refining its oil and keep petrol queues long.
18 Nov 05
Normality Returns to Mosul
Residents breathe sigh of relief as security forces regain control of city rocked by insurgent violence.
18 Nov 05
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