Showing posts with label Iraq. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Iraq. Show all posts

February 16, 2007

A Shi'i-Sunni problem?

Is the current violence in Iraq a Shi'i-Sunni problem? A divisiveness that is hundreds of years old on which a lid was put by Saddam's iron-hand?

A very complicated question.

For a fine analysis and response, turn to Haroon Moghul, of Eteraz fame.



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Shia's and Sunnis on NPR



The Partisans of Ali
A History of Shia Faith and Politics.
I haven't listened to all the parts. But I can vouch that NPR (National Public Radio) is usually interesting
Click here for a background and the 5-part series:
More on this, to come.