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Mahmoud Abbas's call for elections falls on deaf ears

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In this edition: no election in sight in Hamas-ruled Gaza; the battle for water between Israel and Palestine; anger boils over in Iraq after string of attacks; and the mystery man at the heart of a diplomatic row between France and Iran.

THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Syria: uprising divides Druze in Golan Heights
07/02/2012 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Syria: uprising divides Druze in Golan Heights

We begin in Syria where, even as the violence escalates, many Druze continue to support Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Our reporters met with them in the Golan Heights. We then meet Ibrahim, an 18-year-old Syrian who spends every day crafting new songs and slogans for protesters. Finally, we head to Egypt where a band of football supporters have turned into a real political force.
With the Free Syrian army
30/01/2012 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

With the Free Syrian army

We begin with an exclusive report from our France 24 correspondents who managed to film alongside Syria's Free Army, a group united in their opposition to President Bashar al-Assad's rule. Next, we discover how the Islamic call to prayer from Palestinian mosques is causing friction in Israel. Finally, we head to Cairo to take a look at the music of the Egyptian revolution.
Iran oil embargo: what consequences for Europe?
24/01/2012 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Iran oil embargo: what consequences for Europe?

Europe is weaning itself off Iranian crude after the EU adopted an embargo on oil coming from the Islamic Republic. It now has to find other sources to meet its energy needs. Next, Egypt commemorates one year since the January 25th mass protests that kicked off its revolution. Finally, he was just a maths professor but now he has become a target. Our reporters meet with a Syrian activist who fled his country after receiving death threats.
Iran nuclear program: the shadow war on scientists
17/01/2012 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Iran nuclear program: the shadow war on scientists

Another nuclear scientist is killed in Iran and Tehran points the finger at Israel and the CIA. Meanwhile, Israel introduces a stringent new law to crack down on illegal immigration. Finally, we take a look at the film “Beirut Hotel”, a tale of romance set against Lebanon's tense partisan background. As a result, it has been censored and banned by authorities.
Syria: Arab League divided over observer mission
09/01/2012 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Syria: Arab League divided over observer mission

Critics say the Arab League’s monitoring mission in Syria is toothless and ineffective. We ask why it won't take bolder steps to stop the violence. Next, we meet the Iraqi Kurd forces keeping Kurdistan safe and stable amid the chaos. Finally, 40% of Egyptians cannot read or write. It's not just an educational challenge, but also an economic challenge to lift these families out of poverty.

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