Middle East
Kurdish Security Accused of Illegal Arrests
Arabs and Turkomans in Kirkuk fear campaign of detentions and intimidation designed to drive them out.
Federalism Debate Rumbles On
Proponents of federalism say it will ensure equal rights and opportunities across Iraq, but Sunnis remain to be convinced.
Oil Products to be Rationed
Government is forced to address the paradox of fuel shortages in an oil-rich country.
Sunnis Threaten Constitution Protests
Voting on constitution delayed again because of disputes on issues ranging from federalism to de-Baathification.
Kurdish Women Want Secular Laws
Women in Iraqi Kurdistan worry that the wording of the draft charter could open the way to Sharia law.
Constitution Implementation Concerns
Many of those supporting the constitution worry about how it will be put into effect.
Constitution Referendum Optimism
Though constitution has problems, it should get majority approval, some experts say.
Petrol Rationing Fails to Impress
Instead of easing petrol shortages, a rationing scheme soon to be introduced in Iraq looks likely to create a new currency for the black market.
Filmmakers Take First Steps
The revival of Iraqi cinema is still in its infancy, but festival participants are pleased that filmmakers could come together at all.