Protests in Saddam's Home Town as Trial Begins
Residents of Tikrit insist the former president will not get a fair hearing at the tribunal.
21 Oct 05
Middle East
Swift Justice Urged for Saddam
In Dijail, the setting for the first case against Saddam, there is little sympathy for the ex-president as memories of the 1982 killings remain fresh.
21 Oct 05
Georgia: Foreign Aid Challenge
Huge infusion of US aid expected to directly benefit half a million Georgians, though some analysts have their doubts.
20 Oct 05
Erbil Takes Shine Off Kurdish Turnout
Officials apparently nervous about support for charter accused of ballot-rigging, but Kurds overall appear to have given it overwhelming backing.
17 Oct 05
Shia Celebrate Historic Day
Party atmosphere in Shia towns and cities, as residents vote for empowerment.
17 Oct 05
Anbar Turns its Back on Charter
Fighting prevents most residents from voting, but those who do, give the constitution the thumbs-down.
17 Oct 05
Samara Offers Gloomy Election Forecast
Women strike only note of optimism as referendum preparations get underway.
14 Oct 05
All Eyes on the Sunni
Prospects of Sunni backing for the constitution are not promising, despite last-ditch efforts to change their minds.
14 Oct 05
Women Weigh Up Charter
Some see oppression in the constitution’s pages while others glimpse opportunity.
14 Oct 05
Not All Kurds Support Constitution
While Kurds may overwhelmingly vote “yes” in the referendum, a vocal minority is expressing reservations.
13 Oct 05
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