Middle East
Sunni Militia's Struggle for Relevance
Recent deadly bombing underscores fraught future of Iraqi tribal force that fought insurgents.
Oil Smuggling Allegations Widen Baghdad-Erbil Rift
KRG tightens checks but dismisses Baghdad’s demand for probe into claims of oil smuggling to Iran.
Qadisiyah Smoking Ban Meets Opposition
Residents say officials should prioritise services rather than anti-smoking initiative.
Restive Iraqi Province to Censor Clerics
Diyala authorities introduce controversial rules to curb incendiary sermons.
Anbar Guard Dogs Boom
Hundreds being imported, with locals viewing them as more reliable than security guards.
Iraq: Apr/May ‘10
Former trainees say participation in IWPR workshops has helped them get ahead in journalism.
Concern Over Kurdish Journalist's Unsolved Killing
Probe into murder of satirical blogger has yet to yield results, fuelling anxiety among rights groups and media workers.
Baghdad Dog Cull Raises Alarm
But authorities say there’s no other way of ridding the city of the menace.
Tikritis Rally Behind Jailed Imam
Detention of cleric for pro-Saddam action seen as violation of his freedom of speech.