Rights Group Claims Abuse Systematic
Human rights conditions in Iraq remains dire, says Amnesty International report.
Iraqi Journalists Demand Protection
Atwar Bhajat was not the first journalist to have been killed in Iraq, but her murder has shaken many of her colleagues.
Uphill Struggle for Iraqi Prime Minister Designate
Critics say the record of the last government run by Ibrahim al-Jaafari is little recommendation for another term in office.
National Unity Government Urged
Rivals of dominant Shia alliance issue demands for share of ministerial power.
The General and the Taleban
Former warlord reckons he can succeed where others have failed in defeating the insurgents.
Turkmen Identity on the Wane in Iran
The younger generation of ethnic Turkmen is increasingly adopting Iranian ways, even discarding their own language in favour of Persian.
Command Responsibility Convictions
Unprecedented conviction of Muslim military leaders for their troops’ crimes.
Halabja Memorial Controversy
Residents plan to block officials from paying tribute to the town, in protest at unfulfilled pledges of aid.
Sectarian Violence Displaces Families
Shias and Sunnis are leaving neighbourhoods where their community are in the minority.
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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?
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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.