Germany's debates on Islam are becoming ever more caustic and confusing. Islamic Studies expert Stefan Weidner explains the background to the debates, to help neutral observers to find their way around
Germany's Current Debate on Islam
Germany's debates on Islam are becoming ever more caustic and confusing. Islamic Studies expert Stefan Weidner explains the background to the debates, to help neutral observers to find their way around
Germany's debates on Islam are becoming ever more caustic and confusing. Islamic Studies expert Stefan Weidner explains the background to the debates, to help neutral observers to find their way around
Interview with Anwar Ibrahim
As leader of the opposition, Anwar Ibrahim is one of Malaysia's most influential politicians. In this interview with Rizki Nugraha he speaks about Muslim-Christian relations, the influence of religion on politics and the outlook for democracy in his country
As leader of the opposition, Anwar Ibrahim is one of Malaysia's most influential politicians. In this interview with Rizki Nugraha he speaks about Muslim-Christian relations, the influence of religion on politics and the outlook for democracy in his country
Political Repressions in Iran
Fear is a cornerstone of the Islamic Republic. But, since Iran's post-election crisis in June, the people have become fearless, and in turn are terrifying the government. A commentary by Mehdi Khalaji
Fear is a cornerstone of the Islamic Republic. But, since Iran's post-election crisis in June, the people have become fearless, and in turn are terrifying the government. A commentary by Mehdi Khalaji
Interview with Mohsen Kadivar
Katajun Amirpur talks to the Iranian reformist theologian Mohsen Kadivar about the current state of the Green Movement in Iran and the most recent declaration to be issued by Iranian intellectuals
Katajun Amirpur talks to the Iranian reformist theologian Mohsen Kadivar about the current state of the Green Movement in Iran and the most recent declaration to be issued by Iranian intellectuals
Islam and Democracy
Contrary to the European experience, secularization in the Islamic world preceded a religious reformation – with profound negative consequences for political development in Muslim societies. An essay by Nader Hashemi
Contrary to the European experience, secularization in the Islamic world preceded a religious reformation – with profound negative consequences for political development in Muslim societies. An essay by Nader Hashemi
Corruption in the Arab World
Corruption and nepotism are widespread in Arab nations. Large-scale bribery is not uncommon, even among leading politicians, as Birgit Kaspar reports from Beirut
Corruption and nepotism are widespread in Arab nations. Large-scale bribery is not uncommon, even among leading politicians, as Birgit Kaspar reports from Beirut
Tolerance Education
In order to foster a culture of tolerance and diversity, it is necessary to work on cultivating personal awareness of prejudice, stereotypes and social mechanisms. By Nilly Venezia
In order to foster a culture of tolerance and diversity, it is necessary to work on cultivating personal awareness of prejudice, stereotypes and social mechanisms. By Nilly Venezia
The Moroccan-Belgian Writer Rachida Lamrabet
In her novel "Woman Country", Rachida Lamrabet describes the painful soul-searching of a Moroccan woman who has emigrated to Belgium. The young woman finds herself torn between a western lifestyle and the traditions of her homeland. A review by Volker Kaminski
In her novel "Woman Country", Rachida Lamrabet describes the painful soul-searching of a Moroccan woman who has emigrated to Belgium. The young woman finds herself torn between a western lifestyle and the traditions of her homeland. A review by Volker Kaminski
Portrait: Singer Hindi Zahra
Hindi Zahra is the new face of a young generation of emancipated, cosmopolitan songwriters in North Africa. Her album "Handmade" is due to be released in late February. Stefan Franzen caught up with Hindi Zahra in Paris
Hindi Zahra is the new face of a young generation of emancipated, cosmopolitan songwriters in North Africa. Her album "Handmade" is due to be released in late February. Stefan Franzen caught up with Hindi Zahra in Paris
Renowned Columbia University Iran scholar Hamid Dabashi hosts "The Week in Green: A Window into the Iranian Civil Rights Movement". The weekly program aims to keep audiences plugged in to news and analysis on the pro-reform Green Movement in Iran. More...
In Germany has become a major target of immigration over the last few decades. Our dossier looks at the history of migration to Germany, the integration of migrants into German society, and the variety of their cultural expressions. More...
For his coverage of conflict in the Middle East, Judah Passow won four World Press Photo awards. On his website he features photo essays on Beirut, Bosnia, Israel, the West Bank, and Islam in New York...