Battle Lines Drawn With Baghdad
Disputes no nearer resolution after ground-breaking Kurdish election.
Families of Iranian Detainees Angered, Bewildered
Officials make it hard to find out what happened to missing election protesters.
Blow for Karzai Election Bid
Split in a group supporting the president could harm his re-election campaign.
Young Heratis Have Little Faith in Elections
Many believe outcome of ballot will be determined by foreign powers.
Election Commission Under Fire
Body's neutrality challenged following hard-fought Kurdish election.
Language Move Irks Businesses
Shop owners say requirement for Arabic signs called costly, unfair and pointless.
Kurds Revive Civil War Grudges at Polls
Election results suggest past conflict between Kurdish parties is once again influencing voters.
Witnesses Say US Group Hiked Far From Tourist Areas
Locals question why Americans ventured alone to remote area near Iranian border.
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