Protests

Assad Opponents Still Split Over Tactics

Syrian activists want to arm army defectors but opposition coalition body fears this might delegitimise uprising.

Opposition Says Assad Won't Honour Arab League Plan

Regime is given two weeks to withdraw troops, release prisoners and allow international organisations into Syria.

Protest Plans Fail in Uzbekistan

Kibua Assignment Brings Relief to IDPs

Radio report by IWPR Congolese trainee elicits help for thousands of civilians uprooted by fighting in eastern DRC.

Armenia: Opposition Group Backs Down on Protests

After calling out supporters to demonstrate and then sending them home, Armenian National Congress has some ground to make up in order to remain serious political force.

Strikes Take Toll on Kazak Oil Town

Four months after industrial action began, tensions still run high in Janaozen.

London: Bahrainis Keep Protest Flag Flying

They may be few, but protesters outside Bahraini embassy say their presence is vital.

Political Dialogue Breaks Down in Armenia

Main opposition party walks away from talks with government.

Libya: One Woman's War

She describes wartime months of paranoia, fear and resistance in Tripoli.

Syria Conflict – No End in Sight