Iraqi Kurdistan

Under the Veil - Choice or Coercion?

The wearing of the Hijab, or veil, a traditional Muslim custom, denounced as repressive by many, is being observed by increasing numbers of women in Iraq.

Brides Pay High Price

Campaigners urge an end to the practice of exchange marriage which, although in decline, continues to destroy the lives of young girls.

Mosul: Victims Pile Up at City Morgue

Hard-pressed staff daily confront the horrors of local bloodletting.

Karzai Talks Tough in Helmand

The president delivers a tough-love speech in the troubled province, calling on residents to take responsibility for their own security.

Kovacevic appeal, Simic transfer, Zvornik trial, Kadijevic warrant and Bralo appeal.

Afghanistan's Poppy Conundrum

This year’s eradication campaign in Helmand seems to be accomplishing little except beefing up support for the Taleban.

Heading Home to Uncertainty

Iraqi returnees find it difficult to resume their old lives.

Army Abuse Claims In Azerbaijan

Questions asked about whether bullying in the Azerbaijani army prompted three soldiers to cross the front line.

Tajik Museum Collections Under Threat

Art and antiquities vulnerable to thieves, damp and bookworms.

Fast-Track Learning for Women

Schools in the Kurdish north are encouraging adult education for women who never had a chance to go to school when they were young.