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The Verdict in the Trial of Saddam HusseinHow Many Deaths Can a Dictator Die?
The trial of Saddam Hussein was above all supposed to prepare the ground for a national reconciliation. Yet exactly this has not happened, says Peter Philipp in his commentary
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Environmental Disaster in Lebanon
Contaminated for Years to Come
The war in Lebanon has cost not only the lives of thousands of people. The environment is also damaged for years to come as a result of an oil spill, dust and ash rain, as well as the rubbish from destroyed apartments. Bernhard Hillenkamp reports with the details
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German Navy off the Lebanese Coast
A New War Is Possible in Lebanon
According to Andreas Zumach, Germany and the other countries involved in the UNIFIL mission have to get Israel to stop its violations of Resolution 1701. Otherwise, he says, there is a risk of a return to war
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Portrait Yasar Nuri Öztürk
Religion and Politics in Turkey
When Turkish TV networks broadcast debates on Islam and politics, Yasar Nuri Öztürk is bound to be among the studio guests. Over the past few years, the reformist theologian and politician has become a popular media personality. By Ömer Erzeren
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The Role of Wahabi Scholars in Saudi Arabia
Political Islam Hindering Reform
In order to ensure its power, the leadership in the Saudi capital Riyadh continues to uphold its alliance with Wahabi scholars. Guido Steinberg says this policy prevents the country from engaging in any fundamental reform
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Political Islam in South Asia
Islamising Malaysia
The debate about Malaysia's Islamic identity is intensifying. Seeming contradictions inherent in the country's constitution are further complicating the situation. Maznah Mohamad reports
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Skull Scandal in Afghanistan
The Abhorrent Exception to the Rule
German officials have reacted well to the alleged desecration of a skull by German soldiers in Afghanistan, writes Peter Philipp in his commentary. He hopes the authorities in Kabul will follow suit
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Palestinian-Israeli Peace Initiatives
Many Davids versus One Goliath
Although constantly faced with sharp restrictions imposed by the Israeli security forces, courageous Palestinian-Israeli peace activists are persisting in their protests against the Wall. Mona Sarkis reports on the activities of the joint action alliance
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Turkish reactions to the French bill on the Armenians
Attempts to limit the damage
Since the lower house of the French parliament passed a bill making the denial of Turkish genocide against the Armenians into a punishable crime, it's not just Turkish nationalists and right-wing politicians who have been protesting against the law. Ömer Erzeren reports
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France and the Armenian Genocide Bill
Political Maneuvering
There is widespread speculation over the motivations behind France's Armenian genocide bill. Some critics call it a pre-election maneuver while others denounce it as an attempt to block Turkey from entering the EU. By Bernhard Schmid
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Islamists in Somalia
Fears of War on the Horn of Africa
After 15 years of anarchy in Somalia, Islamists have taken control of large parts of the country. But the growing influence of the Union of Islamic Courts and the rise to power of extremists threaten to embroil the entire region in war. By Marc Engelhardt
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Arrest of Sayyid Hossein Kazemeini Boroujerdi
An Ayatollah under Siege … in Tehran
The Tehran regime's persecution of a dissident Shi'a cleric and his supporters reveals not just its own ruthlessness but the depth of opposition to its rule.
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