Middle East

Yemeni Youth Key to Real Change

Emerging protest groups predicted to become political power-brokers.

20 Jul 11

Intellectuals give impetus to uprising as regime's policy of mass arrests fails to deter protesters.

20 Jul 11

President’s influence continues to be felt as insecurity and hunger spreads.

18 Jul 11

Inspired by uprisings elsewhere in the region, activists have campaigned to end Palestinian divisions.

15 Jul 11

Long a place of pilgrimage for Iraqi Shia, the holy city now also draws national politicians eager to consult top religious figures.

13 Jul 11

Desire for change is there, but state control is too great.

1 Jul 11

Middle East expert Rime Allaf looks at the implications of an unprecedented meeting of activists in Damascus.

30 Jun 11

Female IWPR journalist planning to go abroad experiences extent of gender inequality in her country.

29 Jun 11

The square has witnessed much of the country’s turbulent history.

26 Jun 11

Increasing intimidation prompts internet activists to join forces.

23 Jun 11

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