Crossfire Victims Mount
Civilians are increasingly at risk of being caught up in fighting between security forces and insurgents.
The Role of Religion
The view of Muslim and Christian women on the role of religion in politics and public life are explored.
Baghdad Paper Sellers Risk Wrath of Militants
There are plenty of newspapers on offer but selling - or reading - the wrong one in the wrong neighbourhood could prove deadly.
Carpet Makers Cut Corners
The high price of dye and wool has driven down the quality of Afghan rugs – and demand is falling as a result.
Iraq: Cash and Sympathy for Lebanon
Lebanese crisis elicits Iraqi admiration for Hezbollah’s defiance as well as pity for civilian casualties.
Bombs and Bugs Hit Once Lucrative Industry
A deadly combination of war, disease and negligence has killed 20 million Iraqi palm trees, severely damaging date production.
Lebanese Conflict Reverberates in Afghanistan
Perceived American indifference to Lebanese Muslims’ suffering seen as damaging to the United States’ allies in Afghanistan, and a gift to its enemies.
Sulaimaniyah Beauticians in Demand
With no Islamic militants to threaten them, beauty salons in the Kurdish north are attracting droves of customers.
Hopes Fade for Iraqi Peace Plan
Prime Minister Maliki's national unity project is struggling as the killings continue relentlessly.
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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.