Syria's Endemic Corruption
Exiled Syrian recalls the economic misery and corruption that prompted him to leave the country.
Egypt: Implications of Israeli Embassy Attack
There are fears violence will distract from aims of revolution and be used by government as excuse for crackdown.
Alleged Libyan Rebel Abuses Revealed
Rights organisations urge interim Tripoli authority to curb reported abuses and commit to fair system of justice.
Libya: One Woman's War
She describes wartime months of paranoia, fear and resistance in Tripoli.
Anti-Iranian Feeling Runs High in Azeri Capital
Environmental protests in Iran spark concerns about ethnic Azerbaijanis living around shrinking lake.
Iraq: Jun/Jul '11 Part II
Arabic-language initiative aims to link activists across the country.
Iraqi Human Rights Facebook Page Launched
Arabic-language initiative aims to link activists across the country.
Syria Activist Fears Family Targeted
Exiled opposition figure based in Washington tells of harassment and arrest of relatives back home.
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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.