Movie Successes Betray Dire State of Industry
While Iraqi directors are the toast of international festivals, domestic film sector struggles to survive.
Homeless Iraqis Prompt Fears of Social Crisis
Half a million displaced Iraqis face grim future in squalid squatter camps.
Storm Gathers Over Slain Journalist in Iraqi Kurdistan
Political feud fuels dispute over murder of student who criticised the government.
Execution of Kurds Arouses Unprecedented Sympathy
Province stages one-day strike for first time as national opposition leaders express support for minority.
Kurds Mull Iraqi Government Role
As post-election talks loom, negotiators keep their counsel on likely alliances.
Afghan Execution Protests Anger Iran
Neighbours at odds about reports Afghan refugees have been executed in Iran for trafficking narcotics.
Bombers Exploit Iraq's Political Uncertainty
Iraq hit by spate of bombings as process of forming new government drags on weeks after poll.
Airline Business Set for Take-Off?
Once-battered sector showing sharp signs of recovery, but faces a raft of problems.
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