Uncovering the Dead
A remarkable Iraqi volunteer group is helping families collect the remains of Saddam’s victims, and close a sad chapter in Iraqi history.
Anfal Victims Feel Forgotten
Tens of thousands of Kurds still languish in poverty and despair, 16 years after the Iraqi regime’s devastating campaign.
Samawah at Ease with Troops
Unlike other parts of the country, this southern Iraqi city is supportive of Coalition soldiers in its midst.
Tikrit Celebrates Saddam's Birthday
Old anthems heard again as people in president’s home town insist they have the right to honour their former leader.
Fallujah's Kurds Flee
A community displaced once before has to flee again to avoid being caught up in Baathist and Islamist resistance.
Fallujans Differ Over US Incursion
Many blame America for the fighting – but some point their fingers at foreign militants.
Police Admit Torture
Use of brutality to coerce confessions is justifiable in the war on serious crime, officers claim.
Iranians Join Sadr Cause
Shia from Iran enlist in Mahdi Army, pledging to keep US forces out of Iraqi holy places.
New Flag Provokes Fury
Ordinary Iraqis say Governing Council has no right to alter national symbol.
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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.