aftermath of Iraq war

Iraq threatens to make the Middle East into a vast terrorist training ground

The battle for Iraq, between Sunni militant groups and Shiite-dominated government forces, is not just about Iraq. Journalist Dexter Filkins says its could engulf much of the Middle East and create another terrorism sanctuary, similar to Afghanistan before 9/11.

Iraq threatens to make the Middle East into a vast terrorist training ground
Baghdad book market

A young Iraqi hopes to unite and heal his country — through books

A young Iraqi hopes to unite and heal his country — through books
Mourners carry the coffin of their relative

Life means constant fear and constant sorrow in Iraq

Life means constant fear and constant sorrow in Iraq
A youth takes pictures with his mobile phone at the site of a car bomb attack in Baghdad, Tuesday. Violence is on the rise in Iraq, but Iraqis also face serious public health issues.

Bullets and bombs aren't the only things killing people in Iraq

Bullets and bombs aren't the only things killing people in Iraq