Shias Demand Free Elections
Demonstrators heed Sistani's call whether they understand it or not.
22 Feb 05
Middle East
Old Ways Help Calm Frayed Nerves
When things get out of hand, tribal chieftains step in to perform their traditional role as arbitrators.
22 Feb 05
More of the Same in Samawa
New political parties are repeating old habits by hiring cronies and family members.
22 Feb 05
Communists Undaunted by Murders
Leaders of revived leftist party determined to continue spreading the word despite attack on local office.
22 Feb 05
Comment: Japan is Welcome Here
Iraqis felt a surge of happiness at seeing Japanese troops bowing to the citizens of Samawa.
22 Feb 05
Comment: Critical Days Ahead
Foundations now being laid for the future appear to contain the seeds of a civil war.
22 Feb 05
Federalism Only Vaguely Understood
3239 Prince Loses Favour in Amara
While most Iraqis have heard of the term, few seem to understand its meaning.
22 Feb 05
Analysis: Towards a New Iraqi Politics
Iraqi civil society activists want to get rid of old style top-down politics of exclusivity and intrigue.
22 Feb 05
Interview: Beyond Regime Change
Opposition leaders in Northern Iraq believe the US has moved closer towards supporting fundamental political regime changes, including de-Ba'athification.
22 Feb 05
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