Middle East

Bahrain: Protesters Reject Sunni-Shia Split Claims

Activists denounce Bahraini regime’s alleged attempt to present uprising as a sectarian conflict.

Social Media Lessons for Najaf Trainees

Iraqi Trainee Wins Press Courage Prize

Sulaimaniyah in Eye of Storm

Halabjans Suffer Neglect and Exploitation

Those who survived Saddam's chemical attack two decades ago feel badly let down by the Kurdish authorities.

Minority Businesses Fear Alcohol Bans

Federal authorities lift prohibition, but Baghdad officials warn sales could be restricted in future.

Afghan Children Deported Alone From Iran

Hundreds of minors arrive in Afghanistan without their families.

Yemeni Protesters Defy Government Crackdown

Demonstrators have been largely peaceful, but they could turn violent if the security forces’ aggressive response continues.

Documentary-Makers Shortlisted for Award

Important Lessons for Baghdad Trainees