US Troops Face New Threat From Iraqi Shia Militia
A Shia militia in Iraq has stepped up its attacks on United States troops, warning them to withdraw by the end of December or face an escalation in violence.
31 Aug 11
Middle East
Hard Times for Iraqis Fleeing Unrest Elsewhere
People returning from other Arab countries say they are excluded from government assistance programme.
31 Aug 11
Syrian Kurds Seek Autonomy
Hopes that uprising will lead to better future for Kurdish minority.
30 Aug 11
Syria Becomes Focus of Iranian-Turkish Rivalry
As unrest continues across the Arab world, regional players Turkey and Iran are seeking a greater role in the region.
24 Aug 11
Gaddafi Remix Video Catches Mood in Arab World
Tripoli residents celebrate with “Zenga Zenga” song from viral web clip.
23 Aug 11
Arab States Desert Syrian Leader
Former friends supporters distance themselves as unrest continues in Syria.
18 Aug 11
Iraqi Officials Urged to Exhume Anfal-Era Graves
Authorities have begun excavating one site where some 300 victims are buried, but say they lack the resources to start work on six others.
16 Aug 11
Bahrain Politician Warns of Civil War
Exiled member of Al-Wefaq party speaks of growing sectarianism amongst Sunni and Shia.
16 Aug 11
Will Al-Qaeda Still Pose Threat in Wake of Arab Spring?
Extremist group sidelined and isolated by uprisings across the Middle East and North Africa – but things could change.
16 Aug 11
Israeli Arabs Join Social Protest
Growing wave of opposition to high living costs begins to draw support from Arab citizens.
12 Aug 11
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