Gulf States Woo Iraq
They hope their backing for Baghdad will help stabilise the country and curb Tehran.
Baghdad Beauty Salons Back in Business
Once the target of extremists, beauty shops are slowly re-opening in the capital.
Iraq: Jun ‘08
Two stories draw the attention of women’s advocates in Kirkuk and Baghdad.
Syrian-Lebanese Embassy Exchange Welcomed
(18-Jul-08)
UN Observer Notes Arson, Looting in Croatian Offensive
Defence lawyers of indicted Croatian generals challenge validity of witness’s account, claiming he was not in a position to see anything first-hand.
Drought Devastates Wheat Crop
(11-Jul-08)
North Struggles With Severe Drought
Warnings of imminent starvation as thousands of families move in search of food and water.
Iraq: May ‘08
IWPR Iraq journalists win prestigious German journalism award.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.