Palestinian taxi drivers reflect on the Israeli occupation, argumentative passengers and regional politics.

Who are the Kurds and how did their bid for independence in Iraq appear to fail after such a resounding 'yes' vote?

Emotional stories of women overcoming hardship without any outside support, as their husbands seek work elsewhere.

War and pollution plague the fertile crescent's Tigris and Euphrates rivers, leaving fishermen struggling to survive.

Larbi Ben Mhidi is considered a national hero and symbol of the revolution that brought an end to French colonialism.

How Germany's failure to track down the killers of nine immigrants affected its relationship with the Turkish community.

The story of Hilarion Capucci, the freedom-fighting Archbishop in Jerusalem who stood up for the Palestinian cause.

An investigation into the behind-the-scenes turmoil during the final days of Mohamed Morsi's presidency.

An investigation into journalist Jamal Khashoggi's death which implicates the highest levels of the Saudi government.

Exploring the societal and political changes that shaped modern Turkey through Istanbul's diverse music and culture.

French artist Nasreddine Dinet shook up Orientalist painting by portraying Saharan people as they really were.

Three young North Africans survive the hazardous journey to Italy only to find their European dreams in tatters.

A parking attendant and former champion runs a boxing school for youngsters dreaming of being the next Rocky.

Palestinian women whose lives go on hold when they commit to men serving long prison sentences in Israeli jails.

The story of the once nomadic Abu Eid tribe in the Bekaa Valley whose unregistered status has made them vulnerable.

Young Afghans in Iran overcome obstacles to play in a Ramadan football tournament – with dramatic results.

The untold story of how behind-the-scenes deals prevented Palestinians from exploiting valuable natural resources.

In the midst of war, library staff in Sarajevo risked their lives to rescue over 10,000 precious books and manuscripts.

A re-examination of the investigation into the fatal 1999 EgyptAir crash that concluded a co-pilot was to blame.

Traditional wrestling has outgrown its local roots to become a major national sport and even a means of exiting poverty.

In India, the Kalbelia tribe has traded snake charming for song and dance in a bid to survive a rapidly changing world.

Did the Bahraini government collude with al-Qaeda members to target Shia opposition figures during the 2011 unrest?

Commencing a two-part story about Hassan al-Turabi, one of Sudan's most influential political figures and thinkers.

Concluding a two-part story about Hassan al-Turabi, one of Sudan's most influential political figures and thinkers.

Meet an Iraqi orthopaedic surgeon and a Jordanian cardiologist who have built successful lives in the West.

Meet a successful Canadian-Lebanese MP and a German-Syrian inventor who are giving back to their native communities.

Meet a successful Iraqi pharmacist in the Netherlands and a Palestinian who is Milan's first Muslim female councillor.

Commencing a first-hand look at the Fellagha, Tunisia's armed fighters who fought the French until independence in 1956.

Concluding a first-hand look at the Fellagha, Tunisia's armed fighters who fought the French until independence in 1956.

The story of Palestinians whose lives changed in 1982 when Egypt and Israel built a wall dividing Sinai and Gaza.

The Palestinian campaigner running a thriving UK charity and the Syrian astronomer who is a world leader in her field.

Why many of the world's best squash players are Egyptian and the challenges they face trying to keep their place on top.

The inspiring story of five women striving to make a difference in Gaza under siege.

The Algerian software entrepreneur in Canada and the Egyptian Muslim scholar awarded one of Britain's highest honours.

The story of ships stranded by war on the Suez Canal and covered in sand for 8 years, told by the crews themselves.

The Lebanese gynaecologist and politician in Brazil, and an Iraqi pioneer of the Norwegian oil industry.

A young journalist on a research trip to Luxor discovers more than she expected about Egypt, the Nile, and herself.

A group of boys in a Darfur refugee camp become barefoot football warriors, finding hope in a tournament for peace.

The story of three men and a woman from North Africa whose dreams of a new life in Italy ended behind bars.