Political reform
Afghan Lawmakers Tackle Karzai on US Deal
Legislators say president has no right to call national congress to discuss long-term American military presence.
Egypt's Constitution Timing Debate
Some believe governing principles must be put in place ahead of elections to ensure a stable democracy.
Gaza Youth Urge Political Unity
Inspired by uprisings elsewhere in the region, activists have campaigned to end Palestinian divisions.
Egyptians Frustrated Over Direction of Revolution
Signs that many doubt the protest movement will achieve its demands of sweeping reforms.
Revolution Bypasses Upper Egypt
Moroccan Reforms Seen as Cup Half-Empty
King’s vision of top-down democratic reform fails to impress grassroots protest movement.
Yemen's Multiple Power Struggles
Opposition groups staging protests aren't the only groups that want President Saleh to go.
Egyptians Must Stop Seeing Each Other as Enemies
Some way to go to make democratic attitudes take root, particularly when it comes to women’s rights.
Online Activism Fights New Battles in Egypt
Social media still being used to protest against limits to freedom.