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Who is to blame for Damascus bombings?

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In Syria, more than 50 people were killed last week when car bombs targeted a six-lane highway and an intelligence building. The attacks raised questions about extremist activity in the country. Meanwhile, a feisty TV debate between leading presidential candidates provides plenty of entertainment for Egyptians. Finally, we meet an Iraqi film director who is determined to bring the silver screen to the people of Baghdad.

THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Egypt: The young victims of political turmoil
11/03/2013 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Egypt: The young victims of political turmoil

We begin in Egypt where hundreds of children have been illegally detained following the recent wave of protests that have swept across the country. Next, two years since Bashar al-Assad's regime began its crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators, the UN says one million Syrians have been displaced.
Syria: Underage fighters on the frontline
04/03/2013 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Syria: Underage fighters on the frontline

Human rights groups call on rebels in Syria to immediately cease their practice of recruiting underage soldiers. Next, the Syrian conflict continues to spill over its borders with deadly consequences. Finally, last week's third annual International Marathon in Jerusalem sadly failed to escape being drawn into political animosities.
Syria: Civilians and journalists pay a heavy price
25/02/2013 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Syria: Civilians and journalists pay a heavy price

The fighting in Syria claims the life of French photojournalist Olivier Voisin, as civilian casualties continue to increase. In Egypt, we look at the threat of sexual violence that hangs over women who venture into Tahrir Square. Finally, as "Argo" clinches the Best Picture award at the Oscars, not everyone in Iran is happy with the film's version of events.
Bahrainis still want change, two years after their failed Arab Spring
18/02/2013 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Bahrainis still want change, two years after their failed Arab Spring

Two years after the failed uprising against the Sunni minority rulers in Bahrain, the Shiite majority continues to demand change. In Israel, the Parliament is forced to look into the death of "Prisoner X" after a media exposé. And, with this year's Oscars almost upon us, we look at the Israeli and Palestinian offerings that have been nominated this year.
Gaza's Hamas party back in business
11/02/2013 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Gaza's Hamas party back in business

In Gaza, the ruling party Hamas and its police force are picking up the pieces, three months after their infrastructure was destroyed by Israel's Operation Pillar of Defence. Next, in Jerusalem, racist football fans are in the spotlight following an arson attack on the Beitar club. Finally, we report on the crippled economy in Egypt and the impact it is having on the ideals of the revolution.

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