Middle East
The Perception of Corruption and the Ease of Doing Business in Syria
Since the situation in Syria does not seem to be improving, I thought I'd take a look at an aspect of the country that might ……Read More
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Iran Urged To Free Prisoner of Conscience On Hunger Strike
The Iranian authorities must release a journalist and prisoner of conscience who has been on hunger strike since 26 May in protest at being denied ……Read More
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4,000 Iranian brick workers lose jobs after plant closure
As international sanctions bite As international sanctions over Iran’s nuclear programme continue to bear down on the country’s economy, Iranian media reports suggest a job ……Read More
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Iran’s largest reformist party calls on Egypt’s new president to uphold democracy
‘Push for end to military rule’ Iran’s largest reformist party has congratulated Muhammad Morsi on his win in Egypt’s presidential election. According to Norooz, a site ……Read More
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Iranian academics condemn anti-Semitic remarks by Ahmadinejad VP
‘Officials don’t represent people’ A group of academics, including the spokesperson for the Coordination Council of the Green Path of Hope, have issued a statement in which ……Read More
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New Egyptian government an ‘asset’ to Green Movement, says Iran opposition
Egypt is ‘our friend and ally’ The spokesperson for the Coordination Council of the Green Path of Hope has congratulated Muhammad Morsi on his win ……Read More