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World Service,15 Aug 2003,22 mins

Iraq Women Reclaiming Their Roles

Everywoman

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There have been reports of an increase in rapes in Iraq, with women under increased pressure to wear the hijab. But as the show reports, many women are determined to reclaim their once-important role in Iraqi society. Also on the programme: Indian cook Madhur Jeffrey explains why cookery isn't her dream job. And has plastic surgery gone too far? A look at the women altering their foot shape to fit into high heels.

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