Iranian Regime Promotes Mass Marriage
Tens of thousands of young couples start their married lives by taking part in group weddings in cities across Iran every year.
20 Sep 10
Middle East
Ahmadinejad Was Freed Hiker's Captor, Not Saviour
Iran’s president pretends he had nothing to do with detaining alleged spies, but reveals himself by taking credit for Sarah Shourd’s release.
17 Sep 10
Quiet Intimidation in Iran
Wide-ranging harassment, interrogation and detentions designed to instill fear and prevent opposition regrouping.
17 Sep 10
Energy Trumps All in Iran-China Ties
China remains key oil export market, but Iranian manufacturers rail against cheap imports.
17 Sep 10
Sadrists Seek Role as Kingmakers in Iraq
Radical cleric’s party says it offers way out of political deadlock.
10 Sep 10
Theatrical Infighting in Iran
Hardliners mount coup, take over management of leading student theatre.
10 Sep 10
Feared Iranian Prosecutor Falls From Grace
Saeed Mortazavi’s long career as prosecutor of dissidents founders amid mounting anger at mistreatment of post-election protesters.
7 Sep 10
Iraq's Dwindling NGO Sector
Most organisations set up after 2003 have ceased to operate, blaming lack of funding and support.
6 Sep 10
Stock Market Growing Despite Doubts
Video produced during an IWPR workshop for young Syrian journalists held in Beirut, February 2010.
5 Sep 10
Iraqis Divided Over US Troop Exit
Views of American withdrawal coloured by political party allegiances.
3 Sep 10
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