Rival Blocs Campaign in South
Relative calm means people are ready to take part in the election, and parties and blocs now have to compete for their vote.
18 Nov 05
Middle East
Mosul Youth in Boycott Campaign
Protesters say elections should only be held once the occupation is over.
18 Nov 05
Election Prospects Dim in Ramadi
Some residents of Sunni triangle town will boycott the vote out of conviction, others out of fear.
18 Nov 05
State of Emergency in Diyala
Police tighten up security as voting centre comes under fire just hours after its location is disclosed.
18 Nov 05
Zarqawi Tape Adds to Jitters in Baghdad
Residents say they feel personally threatened by the militant leader's call for a boycott.
18 Nov 05
Kurdish Parties Team Up in Kirkuk
New alliance aims to overcome disagreements about returnees' right to vote in one of Iraq's more controversial local elections.
18 Nov 05
Tribal Chiefs Weigh Voting Options
In a province south of Baghdad, the voices of Arab tribal leaders count, and they are making diverse and sometimes surprising choices.
18 Nov 05
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