Protests

Bahraini Student Activists Lose Scholarships

Many have been left stranded in the United Kingdom after demonstrating against actions of regime.

Bahrain Regime Tactics Squeezing Protests

Security force deployment around the country has significantly restricted the size of demonstrations – but people are determined to continue their struggle.

Azerbaijan: Anger at Jailing of Opposition Activist

Facebook activist's conviction is latest sign of authorities' fear of Middle East-style protests.

Uzbek Opposition Yet to Present Serious Challenge

Undead Kyrgyz Protester Resurfaces

Saleh Continues Divide-And-Rule Tactics

Yemeni president keeps up his tried and tested method of weakening dissent.

Reform Has Quelled Jordan's Protests – For Now

Measures taken by king helping manage discontent – but he has to do much more if he wants monarchy to survive.

Future Bleak for State-Owned Arab Media

Experts say that Arab Spring will weaken government mouthpieces.

The Arab Spring project

Bahraini Activist Defies Threats

President of Bahraini group says he will continue to campaign against torture and unfair imprisonment, despite intimidation by the security forces.