Topic: Abu Ghraib

Suicide attack in Baghdad targets reconciliation conference, kills 33

The bombing is the third major attack in recent days, prompting fears of a spike in violence.

Darfuris flee on eve of Bashir case

More than 50,000 people have fled government and rebel attacks in Darfur in recent weeks. The International Criminal Court could issue an arrest warrant for President Bashir on Wednesday.

Iran turns up pressure on rights activists

Campaigners are often seen as a threat to national security and influenced by Western interests.

Hero or villain? Iraq's shoe thrower faces judgment

Iraqis are split over whether Muntadhar al-Zeidi, whose trial began Thursday in Baghdad, should be condemned for rudeness or hailed for bravery.

Dutch still wincing at Bush-era 'Invasion of The Hague Act'

Though largely symbolic, the law could be having lasting implications.

Iraqi courts to decide fate of America's detainees

The US military will begin handing over thousands of Iraqis who were captured during the war to Iraqi authorities on Sunday.

Opinion: Why doesn't Bush get more credit?

His bold efforts for freedom were met with scorn.

Five Blackwater guards to face Washington jury on Baghdad manslaughter charges

None of the Iraqis killed in Nisoor Square on Sept. 16, 2007, was armed.

Waiting for an Ordinary Day

A journalist reflects on her stint in Iraq.

Six Picks: Recommendations from the Monitor staff

A book of canine comfort, free tickets to 900 museums, a dark documentary on torture, and more.

U.S. concern rises about future of Iraq's detainees

Some 15,000 in custody may be in limbo when UN rules that govern Iraq lapse in December.

The Monitor's View: The Palin Doctrine

She would go beyond various Bush 'doctrines' and 'do whatever it takes' against terrorists.

World

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about Russia's invasion of Georgia and residency laws against sex offenders.

U.S. builds new detention center in Afghanistan

The new facility, which will hold up to 1,100 detainees, is aimed at replacing the controversial existing one at Bagram.

Barack who? Arabs weigh in.

Senator Obama is an unknown quantity as he tours the Middle East.

Guantánamo video, deserter case draw Canadian criticism of U.S. ties

On Tuesday, a US Army deserter was deported. An unrelated but simultaneous video release showed a Canadian Gitmo detainee taken at age 15 crying, 'Oh Mommy!'

The Monitor's View: High hopes abroad for a new U.S. president

A word of caution about great expectations for a new US president

Ban torture for security's sake, coalition tells Bush

The bipartisan group this week sought an executive order, but acknowledged change may not occur until next presidency.

Ban torture for security's sake, coalition tells Bush

The bipartisan group this week sought an executive order, but acknowledged change may not occur until next presidency.

Investigation: In Afghanistan, routine abuse of terror detainees

An eight-month review by McClatchy newspapers says the US wrongfully imprisoned many suspected Al Qaeda terrorists.

Detainee treatment: new details

A Justice Department audit concludes that overall, the FBI didn't engage in harsh treatment.

Faith groups mount campaign against torture

They're protesting Bush administration policies. But polls show Americans are split on the issue.

At Abu Ghraib, Morris questions 'Standard Operating Procedure'

The renowned documentarian interviews the US soldiers who tortured Iraqi prisoners and reveals the incriminating photographs no one was supposed to see.

General Petraeus to head U.S. forces in Middle East

The move brings greater focus to the conflict in Afghanistan. Lt. Gen. Odierno is set to succeed Petraeus in Iraq.