Politics

Germany/Iraq

Blind Solidarity

Several leftist organizations in Germany are collecting money to benefit the Iraqi resistance. But who and what are they really supporting with this money? Majid al-Khatib, who was exiled by Saddam Hussein, gives us background information.
Middle East

Germany and France Criticize Rantisi Killing

Germany and France have joined international criticism of Israel's assassination of Hamas leader Abdel Asis Rantisi at the weekend, calling for a return to the road map to peace in the Middle East. Uwe Hessler has the details.
Middle East

EU Skeptical about Israeli Plan

European reaction to U.S. support for Israel's West Bank plans was reserved on Thursday. The EU and the German government warned that both Israelis and Palestinians must agree to any border changes.
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.