Brisk Business for Passport Forgers
The process is risky and expensive, but many Iraqis are willing to pay for fake documents to get them to the West.
18 Nov 05
Middle East
Charities Fade Away in Mosul
A sharp drop in the number of civil society organisations working in the city is blamed on poor funding, the insurgency and corruption.
18 Nov 05
Constitutional Process “On Track”
With wrangling over its membership resolved, Iraq’s constitutional committee is forging ahead with drafting a new basic law.
18 Nov 05
Baghdad Traffic at a Standstill
Military checkpoints and road closures bring transport deadlock.
18 Nov 05
Iraqis Drink to New-Found Freedom
Liquor sales in Baghdad rise, as threat from insurgents lessens following government crackdown.
18 Nov 05
Traditional Weddings Bring Heartache
Women who wed according to traditional custom are left with few rights.
18 Nov 05
Insurgents Impose Curbs on Women
Those who put on makeup or choose not to wear the veil fall victim to militants.
18 Nov 05
Cheap Chinese Goods Threaten Iraqi Suppliers
Chinese imports are flooding into the country, putting domestic factory-owners out of business.
18 Nov 05
Iraqis Distrust Banks
Banking officials struggle to dissuade people from using traditional method of sending cash.
18 Nov 05
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