Chemical Attack Survivors Want Retribution
In a highland Kurdish village poisoned in a chemical attack, some say execution is too good for the man who ordered it.
22 Feb 05
Middle East
Leniency Plea From Sheikhs
Tribal leaders from Saddam’s home area try traditional mediation methods to win leniency for him.
22 Feb 05
Reprisal Town Sheds Few Tears
The people of Dijail suffered years of repression and now find little cause to feel sorry that their former president has ended up in court.
22 Feb 05
Violence Erupts at Pro-Saddam Demo
Protest against the trial descents into violence and looting in Samarra.
22 Feb 05
Saddam's TV Appearance Brings Popularity Surge
Support for the former dictator appears to strengthen after his self-confident debut in court.
22 Feb 05
End of the Road for Old Cars
Drivers of battered old taxis see their business swept away by a flood of newly imported vehicles.
22 Feb 05
Kurds Demand English
Changing conditions in Kurdistan mean greater opportunities for those who command proficiency in the language.
22 Feb 05
Lethal Games
Parents warned that allowing children to play with toy guns near US troops could end in tragedy.
22 Feb 05
US Army Press Chief Riles Locals
TV viewers infuriated by what they see as his positive spin on events.
22 Feb 05
Fallujans Defend Their Defenders
Residents in the rebellious town don’t care whether the fighters are foreign or domestic.
22 Feb 05
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