Insurgents Impose Curbs on Women
Those who put on makeup or choose not to wear the veil fall victim to militants.
18 Nov 05
Middle East
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
Corruption Engulfs Transport Ministry
Minister admits embezzlement, fraud and theft by government workers.
18 Nov 05
Insurgents Target Doctors
More and more phycisians leave the country, saying their lives are in danger.
18 Nov 05
Constitution Raises Hopes
As deputies struggle to reach agreement over the constitution, Iraqis are generally optimistic about the impact it will have.
18 Nov 05
Slaughterhouse Jobs Hard on Kids
Child labour laws being flouted in Sulaimaniyah’s slaughterhouses.
18 Nov 05
Kurds Place Hopes in Constitution
In the Kurdish north, people want to see their rights and interests safeguarded in the final document.
18 Nov 05
Politicians Press for Kirkuk Solution
As well as the rights of Kurds returning to the “Arabised” city, the issue of Kirkuk’s future looms large for Iraqi politician.
18 Nov 05
Sex Trade Blights the North
Prostitutes and their customers are flocking to Sulaimaniyah from across Iraq.
18 Nov 05
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