Kerry is Baghdad's Choice
On the eve of the United States election, many residents of the Iraqi capital are hoping for change in the White House.
22 Feb 05
Israel
Comment: How Saddam Betrayed Us
All the sacrifices Iraqis made in the hope that things would get better were for nothing, says former navy officer.
22 Feb 05
Pakistan Eager to Join Security Pact
Some members of the Shanghai Forum are cautious over Islamabad's attempts to establish closer links
22 Feb 05
Tashkent Wants Islamic Group Blacklisted
The authorities' appear to be counting on international concern over Muslim radicalism in their attempt to rid themselves of a banned Islamic group.
22 Feb 05
TV Show Offends Muslims
Furious Mecca pilgrims find popular TV pundit’s remarks insulting.
22 Feb 05
US Campaign Poses Threat to Central Asia
Washington's quest for allies in its war on terrorism risks democracy and human rights across Central Asia.
22 Feb 05
Tajikistan: Islamic Party Slams Banned Rival
Central Asia’s only legal Islamic party polishes its image by attacking clandestine group.
22 Feb 05
Economic Migrants Flock to Kazakstan
Almaty struggles to stem the flow of economic migrants into the country.
22 Feb 05
Kyrgyzstan: Chechens Rail Against Police
Law enforcement agencies accused of not investigating serious crimes committed against the minority.
22 Feb 05
Will US Policy Backfire in Central Asia?
Central Asian leaders are exploiting their part in the “war on terror” to legitimise damaging policies.
22 Feb 05
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