Archive for March, 2009
Outside the Lines
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This week on War News Radio, we take a closer look at how Pakistan’s internal politics may impact the Afghanistan-Pakistan border region as a whole. Tarini Kumar reports.
Then, we check in with a women’s rights activist who’s working to change opinions – and laws – in Iraq. Gabriel Ramirez reports.
Finally, the mother of a young Iraq war veteran battling Post Traumatic Stress Disorder speaks about her son’s challenges readjusting to life in the US. Elise Garrity reports.
These stories, plus the week’s news this week from War News Radio.
Six Years In
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This week on War News Radio, we pause to hear reflections from Iraqi civilians about what the war has meant to them since its start six years ago. Listen now.
Next, we hear about the frustrations of a US soldier in Iraq during first days of the war. Madeleine Abromowitz reports.
Finally, we hear from two Baghdad residents who explain how the war has shaped their country. Emily Hager and Hansi Lo Wang report.
These stories, plus the week’s news, this week from War News Radio.
Pen to Paper
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This week on War News Radio, soldier poets shape their memories of the Iraq war into verse — and hope someone’s listening. Jess Engebretson reports.
Next, we find out what makes a good Iraqi joke. Hansi Lo Wang reports.
Then, we learn how a veterans center founded by a Vietnam vet is helping those returning from more recent conflicts. Elise Garrity reports.
Finally, we learn about the historical roots of the Taliban in Afghanistan. Emily Hager reports.
These stories this week from War News Radio.
Taking Flight
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This week on War News Radio, we take a look at the current state of the Iraqi air force, and learn that training new pilots hasn’t been the highest priority. Jess Engebretson and Elizabeth Threlkeld report. Read the transcript here.
We also hear about how an influx of Iraqi refugees has shaped one neighborhood of Damascus. Gabriel Ramirez reports.
Finally, we go back to the history books to learn out about the Soviet-Afghan war. Peter Holm reports.
These stories, plus the week’s news, this week from War News Radio.
