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This Iraq and the Heart of the Middle East Wall Map by National Geographic contains extensive political information with political boundaries clearly presented with different color-bands for each country. Beautifully shaded to show physical terrain, this map is both a useful reference tool and a quality piece of art, perfect for any home, office or classroom. This two-sided map of Iraq and the Heart of the Middle East is the finest map of this area in the world. The front side is a political map spanning from Southwest Turkey to Northeast Saudi Arabia and provides historical and cultural descriptions of Baghdad, Beirut, Damascus, JerusalemFull coverage is shown for Iraq, Kuwait, Israel (including the West Bank and the Gaza Strip), Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and CyprusPartial coverage is shown for Turkey, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (Sinai Peninsula and the Nile Valley)The reverse side shows a stunning satellite view of the entire regionFull coverage is shown for Turkey, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Cyprus, Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Israel and the West Bank, Gaza Strip, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Yemen.It also shows the entire Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, and Persian Gulf, and the eastern Mediterranean Sea, and the northern portion of the Arabian Sea.Details include Mountain ranges enhanced to show their dramatic effect on the region Fact Boxes on all 15 Middle East countries and the West Bank and Gaza Strip to show information about each countrys population, economy, oil reserves, military strength, and include a brief historical and cultural description of each country Scale 11, 983, 000(1 cm 20 km, 1 in. 31 miles) Three thematic maps are included on this side Historical and current conflicts, Religions and locations of concentrations of population according to their religious affiliation, Jewish immigration to Israel from throughout the world, and Oil and Water which shows both energy and fresh water resources for the region.Details featured on this wall map of Iraq and the Heart of the Middle East include Political Boundaries Major Cities and Capitals Physical Terrain Shading Mountain Ranges, Highest Point Lakes, Seas, Rivers and Waterways Sand, Swamp, Salt Desert, Dry Salt Lake or Coral Reef Latitude and Longitude Lines Basic Bathymetry (Ocean Depths) Major Airports National Parks Major Roads and Highways Oil Fields, Railroads, and Ruins

BLOOD OF MY BROTHER: When American forces raided an Iraqi mosque, they took the life of the man who was placed in charge of guarding the sacred site. This documentary talks to the family of the deceased man as they try to piece their lives back together in the aftermath of this terrible tragedy.THE WALL: Filmmaker Simone Britton reflects on the barrier that separates Israel and Gaza in this absorbing documentary. The construction of the wall and its subsequent effects are both documented, with Britton talking to a wide range of subjects, many of whom remain anonymous throughout. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.

This poignant and powerful documentary takes a shocking, first-hand look at the culture of hate that permeates the West Bank and Gaza, and which continues to escalate the perennial violence pitting Palestinians against Israelis. Starting out in the city of Nablus (where as many as 80 percent of suicide bombing plots are planned), James Miller and Saira Shah ended up in the Gaza town of Rafah, one of the most dangerous cities in this volatile region. There they spent several weeks focusing on the activities of three Palestinian children - two 12-year-old boys and a 16-year-old girl - who have grown up surrounded by messages of hate against Israel (whose military presence in their town is a constant), and taught that the greatest glory is to die a martyr. The film ends on a day like many other days in Rafah, with death - except that on this day, the fallen victim happens to be the man making this film.