Arabic language school in New York that attempts to bridge cultural/religious gaps is demonized by fears of religious extremism:
- Arabic School in N.Y.C. Creates Stir (Christian Science Monitor)
Yemeni government bars journalists and Red Cross stops shipments to volatile region:
- Fatal Blast Hits Market in Restive Area of Yemen (Washington Post)
Pakistani army threatens political opposition and shuts down two private television stations for their coverage of the sacked Chief Justice:
- Pakistan’s Army Warns Opposition (BBC News)
Al-Jazeera consultant opines that the conflict between in Iran and the US is not about “freeing Iraq†but carving their spheres of influence within the country:
- Competing for Influence, Not Freeing Iraq (Washington Post)
Recent civilian deaths and violation of social taboos in campaign against Taliban uprising have created resentment among Afghans:
- Afghans’ Anger Over US Bombings (BBC News)
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