Shia Coalition Accused of Invoking Religion
Iraqi candidates and coalitions are prohibited from using religious references in their campaigns.
Elections Daily Launched in Iraq
IWPR-trained journalists take part in innovative election reporting project.
Vote-Buying Claims Threaten Poll Credibility
Bribes ranging from mobile phones to household items allegedly offered in attempts to win support.
Anti-Baathist Purge Spreads Across Iraq
Provincial officials come under scrutiny because of alleged Saddam-era past, incensing opposition groups on eve of elections.
Iraqi Officials Influenced by Report
Investigative report prompts education ministry to amend its new religious education curriculum.
Iran Lobbies Over Rights Forum
Denying rights abuses could prove costly for Tehran, both economically and politically.
Russia Gas Price Hike Shocks Armenians
Already hit by recession, people fear pain from massive price rise.
Iraqis Fear Renewed Sectarian Violence
Brutal killings and political polarisation leave many anxious about the return of civil conflict.
Kurdish Opposition Eyes Kirkuk
Change movement attempts to reach out to all voters in ethnically divided city.
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