Regime

Witnessing Dera'a's Torment

Human rights campaigner tells of secret visits to beleaguered southern Syrian city.

Misrata Fighters Bloodied But Unbowed

Morale amongst injured fighters high with many determined to return to the front once they recover.

Syrian Rights Lawyer Defies Regime

Damascus activist speaks of her life on the run from the regime and describes the crackdown on protesters.

Arab Spring Inspires Palestinian Protesters

New impetus given to non-violent campaign against Israeli occupation.

Troops Occupy Damascus Suburbs

Army’s attempts to paralyse neighbourhoods reflects regime’s fear of protests spreading.

Arab Spring Brings Palestinian Unity

Long-delayed deal spurred by tumultuous political changes elsewhere in the region.

Azerbaijan: Sunni Groups Viewed With Suspicion

Economy Key to Egyptian Transition

Without key reforms the opportunities of the revolution may be squandered.

Halabjans Suffer Neglect and Exploitation

Those who survived Saddam's chemical attack two decades ago feel badly let down by the Kurdish authorities.

Fear and Repression in “Reformed” Turkmenistan

Four years after new president promised change, dissenting voices continue to be stamped out.