aftermath of Iraq war

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

Global Politics

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.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.

Baghdad book market

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

Arts, Culture & Media
Mourners carry the coffin of their relative

Life means constant fear and constant sorrow in Iraq

Conflict & Justice
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

Health & Medicine