Islamic Tribunal Wins Approval
An unofficial court imposes harsh sentences on Iraqis who work for the Americans and their allies.
Tempers Flare Between Kurds and Turkomans
As newly empowered Kurds seek autonomy, members of the Turkoman minority in the north grow irritable.
Courting Muqtada
A delegation of parliamentarians is dispatched to negotiate with the radical cleric.
Sunnis Come to Aid of Shia
A convoy from Fallujah carries much needed supplies of food and medicine to the people of Najaf.
Inside the Militia Strongholds
IWPR journalists venture into areas held by supporters of radical cleric Muqtada al-Sadr.
Human Shields Answer Clerics' Calls
Volunteers from Baghdad and southern Iraq answer call from clerics besieged in Najaf.
Sadr City Split Over Revolt
Opinions divided about justness of insurgency as relatives mourn their losses.
Traditional Physicians Make a Comeback
As Iraq’s medical system falters, many people are turning back to older healing methods.
Football Victories Give New Hope
Tired of seeing their country torn apart by war, Iraqis view Olympic success with pride.
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