Middle East

Whither the Arab League?

Another multilateral organisation shattered by the Iraq war must consider how to pull itself together.

22 Feb 05

The New Abraham

The retired US general tasked with forming an interim administration in Iraq is very excited to be in the cradle of civilization. Sadly for us, it's now lying in ruins.

22 Feb 05

The 'Who's Next' Syndrome

Arab states are obsessed with America's next moves, and no regime is more concerned than the House of Saud.

22 Feb 05

Kurds Go Back to the Future

Life in Iraqi Kurdistan is returning to normal, with prices falling and students going back to school.

22 Feb 05

Imagined Community

Speaking Iraqi to Iraqi, one observer sees beyond the division and discord plaguing the country in the aftermath of the war.

22 Feb 05

Seeking Security

America's failure to provide basic protection is provoking demonstrations and seeding distrust.

22 Feb 05

Searching for the Fallen

Relatives search high and low even for scraps of information about loved ones lost in the war.

22 Feb 05
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