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Cairo's strained relations with Washington

A US-made film mocking Islam sparks a deadly eruption of anger in countries with sizable Muslim populations. Next, the Pope leaves Lebanon calling on the region's Christians and Muslims to live together in peace and harmony. Finally, an influx of refugees from Syria places a heavy strain on municipal resources in Turkey.

Gaza flotillas: activists on board
25/06/2010 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Gaza flotillas: activists on board

With more aid flotillas headed for Gaza, we take a look at the activists and associations organizing them. And ask, who are the people and associations aboard these convoys? In Iraq, the US pull-out is picking up speed. And soldiers are leaving many American goods behind. Small items that are finding a second life on the black market. And it's a sign of hope in the West Bank: a new radio station run by women, for other women. It's called Radio Nisaa.
Inside Hamas-run television
19/06/2010 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Inside Hamas-run television

Inside the Hamas-run television that's been kicked off air here in Europe, Iraq's spring election turns to a summer wait for a new government, and getting the Arab world's message out in rhyme. That's the mission of an unlikely rap act out of Dubai.
Zahra's paradise: comic book chronicle of Iran
11/06/2010 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Zahra's paradise: comic book chronicle of Iran

In this edition: Iran's green movement in comic book form; we'll meet the only member of the Israeli parliament who sailed with the Gaza flotilla; and France 24 takes you to Gaza where it's not just the Jewish State that bulldozes homes.
Zahra's paradise: comic book chronicle of Iran
11/06/2010 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Zahra's paradise: comic book chronicle of Iran

In this edition: Iran's green movement in comic book form; we'll meet the only member of the Israeli parliament who sailed with the Gaza flotilla; and France 24 takes you to Gaza where it's not just the Jewish State that bulldozes homes.
Gaza Strip: blockade back on world agenda
07/06/2010 - THE WEEK IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Gaza Strip: blockade back on world agenda

Israel's Gaza flotilla raid puts its relationship with Turkey to the test. Iran's opposition rethinks its strategy ahead of the first anniversary of the presidential election. And the latest on the shouting match between Cairo's thousands of dueling muezzins.

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