Halabjans Bemoan Pace of Development
Conditions for victims of Saddam’s brutality have little improved, despite efforts to improve local services.
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Koran Translation Provokes Controversy
Demonstrators call for the death of those behind a new, unorthodox translation of the Koran.
Bleak Prospects for Kurdish Returnees
Former Kurdish residents of Kirkuk are being encouraged to return - but for many the homecoming has been a big disappointment.
Central Asian Gas Hike May Hit European Consumers
Russia will pass on sharp price rises in energy-rich Central Asian states to its European consumers.
Suffer the Children
Number of children dying higher than when the country was under sanctions.
Driven to Extremes
In the sectarian world of Baghdad, even car repairs are politically loaded.
Kazakstan: Ethnic Clash a Worrying Sign
Recurring conflicts suggest officials should be keeping a close watch on ethnic tensions.
No Relief for Camp Kids
Basic needs of many displaced children still not being met.
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IWPR Women’s Prize for Journalism
IWPR’s inaugural award for outstanding journalism recognises the work of our network of women reporters worldwide. Working in often challenging environments, these journalists face additional threats such as harassment, gender-based violence and systemic misogyny.
World Press Freedom Day 2024
On World Press Freedom Day we focus on local journalists facing myriad challenges in the tireless pursuit of truth and their enduring efforts to bring meaningful change.
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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.