Middle East

Karadzic Wants More Time to Prepare Defence

Former Bosnian Serb leader intends to appeal against resumption of war crimes trial on March 1.

Regime's Sham Civil Society Claim

The idea of civil society as conceived by the government is a pretence.

Cosmetic Surgery Sparks Alarm

Eye-colour operation surgeon suspended as government probes complaints.

Halabja's Unfinished Business

Blasts Cast Doubt Over Election Security Plan

Multiple explosions raise fears that upcoming ballot will be marred by further attacks.

Few Clues to Grisly NGO Killings

Fears that deadly attack will impact on aid work in Iraq

Kurdish Politicians Raise Civil War Fears

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

Drought Blights Syrian Villages

Slow response to crisis prompts many to flee to big cities.

Mud, Sweat and Tears on Iranian Frontier

Border crackdown upsets Kurdish smugglers trafficking oil and alcohol between Iran and Iraq.

Technology Will Not Foster Change

New solutions beyond the regime’s control are needed to allow the truth to reach the masses.