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Iraqis Bid Good Riddance to U.S. Troops Leaving Their Neighborhoods

Institute for War and Peace ReportingJuly 16, 2009.

The pullout revealed mixed emotions: anger over the occupiers' violence, and a few fonder recollections of encounters with individual soldiers.

Tired of Living in Survival Mode, Iraqis Pessimistic Over New Local Leaders' Ability to Make Good on Promises

Emad al-Shara, Zaineb Naji, Daud Salman, Institute for War and Peace Reporting. March 18, 2009.

Iraqis are doubtful that incoming provincial councils will boost employment, curb corruption or bring basic needs like water to their homes.

Will Iraq's New Quota System Give Women More Political Power?

Zaineb Naji, Institute for War and Peace Reporting. January 24, 2009.

As the January 31 elections approach, provincial councils are reserving seats for female leaders.

Following Threats, Doctors in Karbala Refuse to Work

AzzamanOctober 15, 2008.

Attacks against Iraqi doctors are on the rise.

Cholera Outbreak Spreading in Iraq

Kadhem Ali, Azzaman. September 15, 2008.

Contaminated water is believed to be the main cause of the spread of the deadly disease, which is estimated to have killed up to 1,000 people.

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