Dushanbe Blasts Leave Everyone in the Dark
Widespread scepticism that three explosions in quick succession can have been the work of teenage hooligans.
Ramadi: Mass Exodus Amid Rising Tensions
Western Iraqi city’s population flees ahead of expected onslaught by United States forces.
Kurdish Poultry Industry Picks Up Slowly
Poultry experts say the industry is slowly recovering in Sulaimaniyah, months after the government stemmed an outbreak of the deadly bird flu virus.
Iraqi Schools Hit by Insurgency
Threats against schools, teachers and students shut down at least 65 schools.
Sunni Fury Over Haditha
Many Sunni Arabs see an investigation as futile when they already know who to blame.
Turkmen Music Loses Out to Hip-Hop
Modern music and lack of interest inflict more damage on a unique art form than even the Taleban could do.
Basra Fishermen Smuggle Subsidised Fuel
Petrol is draining out of Iraq’s southern borders at an alarming rate, but coast guards say they just don’t have the resources to curb smuggling.
Iraqis Already Frustrated with Government
In the new prime minister's home province, people will await results before judging the government a success.
Kirkuk Christians Fear Rising Violence
Sectarianism and growing Islamic power concerns Christians in this ethnically mixed city.
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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.