Kurdish War of Words
Political tensions escalate sharply as parliament and police investigate series of attacks on opposition figures.
25 Feb 10
Iraqi Kurdistan
Helmand Heroin Menace Grows
Poppy producing area diversifies into heroin as crop price falls.
24 Feb 10
Border Oil Risks Iran-Iraq Flare-Up
Brief clash highlights risk of further conflict as Iran sets out to guard oil reserves.
22 Feb 10
Sanctions Help Iran Limit Internet Use
International embargo on Iran has tied the hands of dissidents.
22 Feb 10
Opposition Fails to Organise Strikes
With official labour bodies in the hands of the state, its opponents have no means of rallying workers to the cause.
22 Feb 10
Behind the Protest Scenes
The lives of many ordinary Iranians have changed irrevocably since the emergence of the Green Movement.
22 Feb 10
International Community Smuggled Arms, Claims Karadzic
Former Bosnian Serb leader demands documents he says will prove UN members funneled weapons to Bosnian army.
21 Feb 10
Iran Again Accused of Trying to Halt Afghan Dam
Police official says he has credible evidence that Taleban chief opposed to Salma Dam is funded by Iranians.
19 Feb 10
Lawlessness Sweeps Kurdish Town
Security forces deployed to end “out of control” crime wave in Chamchamal.
18 Feb 10
Iraqi Election Campaign Snapshots
Campaigning in Iraq’s election kicked off last week amid debate about the country’s future and whether its Baathist history continues to permeate politics.
18 Feb 10
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