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Jaafari Builds Bridges
Leading candidate for the premiership extends his hand to Sunnis and radical Shia.
18 Nov 05
Political Uncertainty Continues
More than a month after the election, top Iraqi parties have yet to agree on a coalition government.
18 Nov 05
Allawi Still Enjoys Backing of Security Forces
Outgoing prime minister is seen as a secular strongman who is well placed to tackle security problems.
18 Nov 05
Shia Cleric Carves Out New Role
Muqtada al-Sadr, once the bad boy of Shia militancy, rebrands himself as peacemaker with the Sunnis.
18 Nov 05
Constitutional Process “On Track”
With wrangling over its membership resolved, Iraq’s constitutional committee is forging ahead with drafting a new basic law.
18 Nov 05
Many Women Unaware What Constitution Means
Key issues affecting the future role of women remain a mystery to many, while others just don’t care because daily life is so tough.
18 Nov 05
Constitutional Talks Granted More Time
Negotiations on key issues extended after failure to meet deadline.
18 Nov 05
Sunnis Urge Action to Block Constitution
Full participation in the referendum seen as the best way to vote down a document many Sunnis object to.
18 Nov 05
Kurds Complain of Saddam-Era Uniforms
People say they are reminded of oppression and fear when they see police in the old-style outfits.
22 Feb 05
Rubbish Plagues Baghdad Slum
Waste dumping is running out of control in one poor Baghdad nieghbourhood, threatening to engulf homes and farmland.
22 Feb 05
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