Shia Alliance Woos Basra
Voters in the southern city are debating the merits of secularism versus sectarianism in the run-up to election day.
14 Dec 05
Middle East
Sunni Arabs Determined to Vote
The government denies allegations that it is stepping up military operations so as to keep Sunni voters away from the polls.
14 Dec 05
Women Seek Rights Pledge From Politicians
Campaign group encourages future lawmakers to commit themselves to legislation that preserves women’s constitutional rights.
8 Dec 05
Anfal Victims See Bleak Future
Relatives of those who perished in Iraqi army massacres feel new political era unlikely to deliver justice.
8 Dec 05
Iraqis Abroad Angry at Vote Ban
Though the constitutional referendum is over, the exclusion of expatriate Iraqis still rankles.
8 Dec 05
Bird Flu Fears Hit Iraq
While there has been no outbreak of the deadly disease, an import ban is driving up the price of locally-raised poultry.
8 Dec 05
Kurdistan Gets “Youth Parliament”
The plan is to create a new channel for young Kurds to express their concerns, but will it be hijacked by the political parties?
8 Dec 05
Anti-Terror Law Under Fire
Critics warn new legislation could violate civil rights, while supporters argue it will protect national security.
8 Dec 05
Kurdish Parties Unhappy at Split
Islamic group criticised for decision to leave the main Kurdish electoral bloc at a time when competition for votes is getting tougher.
3 Dec 05
Iraq: Culture Clash for Returning Kurdish Women
Many young women who have lived abroad find it hard to adjust to social strictures as well as economic difficulties when they come back to Iraqi Kurdistan.
2 Dec 05
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