Middle East
Kirkuk Turmoil Over Council Move
Government calls for calm as Kirkuk authority urges union with Kurdish region.
8 Aug 08
Al-Qaeda in Iraq Down – But Not Out
Extremist group could exploit chaos resulting from a US troop withdrawal to mount a comeback.
4 Aug 08
Looters Destroying Ancient Treasures
Archaeologists say unprotected remains of country’s historic civilisations are subject to widespread plundering.
1 Aug 08
Kirkuk: Suicide Blast Raises Political Heat
Heightened tensions following bomb attack cause delay to parliamentary negotiations on electoral law.
30 Jul 08
Obama's Afghan Plan Raises Questions
Analysts say proposal to stabilise the country sounds good, but has several potential pitfalls.
28 Jul 08
Gulf States Woo Iraq
They hope their backing for Baghdad will help stabilise the country and curb Tehran.
24 Jul 08
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