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
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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.
Top Female Legislator Draws Controversy
Arguably the country's most popular woman politician, Sister Maha is not short of critics.
Iraqi Interpreter's Killing Pits Faith Against Law
Murder of alleged convert shows religious traditions in conflict with judicial authority.
Biden Visit Fails to Ease US Withdrawal Tensions
Vice presdent struggles to reassure Iraqis worried ahead of planned American military pullout.
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