Will Assad Concessions Defuse Revolt?
There’s much scepticism over his pledge to remove hated emergency law and introduce other reforms.
18 Apr 11
Syria
Syrian Conflict Played Out on Social Media
The authorities appear to have become as adept as the activists in exploiting the likes of Facebook and Twitter.
13 Apr 11
Syria's Not-So-Secret Police
The intelligence service infiltrates every aspect of the lives of foreign visitors and locals.
12 Apr 11
How I Became a Syrian Activist
Student describes his journey from government backer to political dissident.
5 Apr 11
Syrian Activist Speaks of Interrogation Ordeal
Now in hiding, campaigner describes year of repeated questioning and threats by the secret police.
4 Apr 11
Douma Breaks Its Silence
Activist provides firsthand account of regime’s crackdown on mass protests in Syrian city.
29 Mar 11
Stock Market Growing Despite Doubts
Video produced during an IWPR workshop for young Syrian journalists held in Beirut, February 2010.
5 Sep 10
Slum Dwellers Endure Dire Conditions
Audio slideshow produced during an IWPR workshop for young Syrian journalists held in Beirut, February 2010.
12 Aug 10
Syria Cracks Down on Bloggers
Victims include 19-year-old as regime resists free debate. By an IWPR-trained reporter
13 Apr 10
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