More Violence in Iraq

There was more violence in Baghdad on Friday, as a suicide bomber detonated a car filled with explosives near a funeral procession in a Shia area.

Saudi Arabian Women Drive Cars in Protest at Ban

The direct action against the ban on female drivers has been organized on social network sites.

Driving Protests in Saudi Arabia

There are calls for women in Saudi Arabia to stand up for their rights – by driving.

Women’s rights in Saudi Arabia

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Women in Saudi Arabia are not allowed to do many things we take for granted, such as driving a car or traveling without a guardian’s permission. The World’s Laura Lynch examines what life is like for Saudi women on this International Women’s Day. Download MP3
Laura’s coverage from Saudi Arabia

Saudi government warns against protests

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The Saudi government and religious authorities have warned against protests in the Kingdom. The World’s Laura Lynch looks at what’s at stake for both the government and those who say they are fighting for their rights. Download MP3
Laura’s blog post: The Saudi way?

Protest in Saudi Arabia

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The World’s Laura Lynch reports from Saudi Arabia, on some of the first street protests to be held by the country’s Shi’ia minority, following weeks of unrest in other Arab nations. Download MP3
Laura’s latest blog post: ‘The Saudi Way?’

Hezbollah backed prime minister in Lebanon

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Protests against a Hezbollah-allied prime minister chosen today in Lebanon have turned violent. Najib Mikati, an American educated billionaire, has been selected to replace Saad Hariri, the son of assasinated prime minister Rafiq Harir. Hariri’s supporters have thrown the country into chaos. Ben Gilbert was on the streets today and filed this report. Download MP3
In pictures: Lebanon unrest

Dozens killed in Baghdad attacks

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Truck bombs and a barrage of mortars have killed at least 75 people and hurt at least 310 in central Baghdad in the deadliest series of attacks in months. There have been no official accusations about who is behind the attacks, or claims of responsibility. Photo by Muhannad Fala”ah/Getty Images. >>> Watch BBC video from Baghdad.