Politics

Muslims in Germany

Instead of Protest: Raising Awareness in Mosques

Muslims living in Germany have been criticised for not distancing themselves visibly enough from Islamist terrorism. Diet Simon discussed the issue with Ogus Ücüncü, secretary-general of Germany largest Muslim organisation, Milli Görüs.
Easter Marches in Europe

Protesting Against Military Buildup and Iraq War

The burning issues at the Easter marches across Europe this year are countless, running the gamut from the war in Iraq to the growing gap between the rich and the poor. By Silke Ballweg
Cyprus

Greek Cypriot Leader Rejects Peace Plan

In a fresh blow to the Cyprus peace process, Greek Cypriot leader Tassos Papadopoulos has urged voters to reject a U.N. plan to reunify the island in a referendum later this month.
Opinion

Blockading Terror Trials

The only person convicted of involvement in the Sept. 11 terror attacks was released on Wednesday ahead of a retrial. The German judiciary showed it takes its cues from the rule of law, not from political pressure. By Claudia Venohr
Cyprus

Peace Plan Set for Vote

Greek and Turkish Cypriot negotiators failed to agree on plans to reunify Cyprus. In late April it will be up to the island's residents to vote on U.N. chief Annan's plan for one Cypriot state.
Background

Bumper Ballot in Indonesia

In the world's most populous Muslim country, the people went to the polls last Monday, to elect a new parliament and new regional, provincial, and district assemblies. No less than 24 parties are in the running. None of them has a clear-cut manifesto.
Morocco

The Reforms Have Yet to Set Root in People's Minds

In Morocco, a new family law, the Moudwana, was introduced in mid-January that is to improve the societal status of women. The reforms are, however, still subject of heated debate. Nicola Fell reports from Marrakech.
Afghanistan Conference in Berlin

Conference Ends with Focus on Drugs and Security

On the final day of the Afghanistan donor conference in Berlin, the international community agreed to aid the country in its battle against drugs and committed its troops to work to increase security ahead of elections.
Afghanistan Conference in Berlin

Spotlight on Security and the Drugs Crisis

Afghanistan and its neighbors agreed on measures to curb the country's immense drugs exports as security issues take center stage on the final day of the international donor conference in Berlin.
Afghanistan Conference in Berlin

Donor Conference Pledges Billions in Aid

Germany, the U.S. and other wealthy countries responded to Afghan President Karzai's appeal to help his country "stand on its own strong feet" by pledging $8.2 billion next year for reconstruction aid.
Afghanistan Conference in Berlin

Reminding Delegates of Their Obligations

A two-day conference attended by high-ranking international delegates is taking place in Berlin on Wednesday. There will be more than 60 EU, G8 and NATO delegations, but also from Afghanistan's neighbouring countries. Musa Samimy reports
Cyprus

Countdown Begins for Reunification Deal

U.N. Secretary-General Annan has presented Greek and Turkish Cypriots with a revised blueprint for a future united Cyprus. The parties have until March 31 to agree to the plan, which has sparked mixed feelings.