Full Coverage: Iraq

31.12.2006 The senior United Nations envoy in Iraq has voiced understanding about the desire for justice but reiterated the world body's long-standing opposition to capital punishment.

29.12.2006 President George Bush's de facto support for militant Iraqi Shiites against the anti-jihadist Sunni resistance has increased regional tensions, fuelled sectarian war and eased the pressure on al Qaeda in Iraq, says Gareth Porter in a review of the year.

22.12.2006 SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 22 (OneWorld) - Human rights groups reacted with skepticism Thursday after military prosecutors charged eight Marines in the November 2005 killings of 24 Iraqi civilians in the western Iraqi town of Haditha.

19.12.2006 The day after the 3,000th U.S. death in Iraq is reported, peace and justice groups worldwide will hold memorials commemorating all the lives lost in Iraq. Find an event or sign up to host one today.

15.12.2006 The United States should lead an international initiative to support Middle Eastern countries hosting Iraqi civilians, says Refugees International, providing an overview of the situation on the ground for Iraqis both within and outside their home country.

06.12.2006 ARBIL, Dec 6 (IPS) - The call from his mother changed Dr. Harb Zakko's life. "Someone has been calling me to open the door, saying he has something for you," his mother said.