Middle East

Iran Lobbies Over Rights Forum

Denying rights abuses could prove costly for Tehran, both economically and politically.

28 Feb 10

Already hit by recession, people fear pain from massive price rise.

28 Feb 10

Brutal killings and political polarisation leave many anxious about the return of civil conflict.

26 Feb 10

Change movement attempts to reach out to all voters in ethnically divided city.

26 Feb 10

Kurdish city expected to be a key electoral battleground with much at stake for main contenders.

26 Feb 10

Services, security and corruption take a backseat as election centres on Baathism.

25 Feb 10

Opposition wants to retain unitary Syrian state, rejects self-rule for Kurds.

25 Feb 10

Conference delegates say greater parliamentary representation has helped, but isn’t enough.

25 Feb 10

Authorities aim to reduce the risk of violence and voting-related problems on election day.

25 Feb 10

Political tensions escalate sharply as parliament and police investigate series of attacks on opposition figures.

25 Feb 10

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