Iraqi Human Rights Facebook Page Launched
Arabic-language initiative aims to link activists across the country.
9 Sep 11
Middle East
Syria Activist Fears Family Targeted
Exiled opposition figure based in Washington tells of harassment and arrest of relatives back home.
9 Sep 11
Israelis Divided Over Arab Spring
Amid growing tensions with Egypt, leaders and peace activists at odds over implications of uprisings for country’s security.
8 Sep 11
Iraqi Dissident Recalls Two Decades in Hiding
Despite trying to lead a normal life since 2003, Amir al-Shimmari remains scarred by years secluded in a cell he built himself.
8 Sep 11
Sanctions Stepped Up on Syria
Still unclear whether new measures will deal critical blow to regime.
2 Sep 11
US Troops Face New Threat From Iraqi Shia Militia
A Shia militia in Iraq has stepped up its attacks on United States troops, warning them to withdraw by the end of December or face an escalation in violence.
31 Aug 11
Hard Times for Iraqis Fleeing Unrest Elsewhere
People returning from other Arab countries say they are excluded from government assistance programme.
31 Aug 11
Syrian Kurds Seek Autonomy
Hopes that uprising will lead to better future for Kurdish minority.
30 Aug 11
Syria Becomes Focus of Iranian-Turkish Rivalry
As unrest continues across the Arab world, regional players Turkey and Iran are seeking a greater role in the region.
24 Aug 11
Gaddafi Remix Video Catches Mood in Arab World
Tripoli residents celebrate with “Zenga Zenga” song from viral web clip.
23 Aug 11
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