Used to work for GF, left frustrated and I probably still am.
Working for GF means you have the priveledge to fly to warzone destinations e.g. Kuwait, Iran, Jordany during the war on Iraq.
Terrorist sensitive areas such as Saudi Arabia, Kenia, Tanzania, Zanzibar, London and Casablanca and ofcourse the SARS infected countries.
One of the requirements is that you accept this priveledge.
Another requirement is that you "shut up and do everything we tell you to do, or else....."
Abuse of their employees is more than normal.
No way I would return to this airline with such an immoral attitude.
And do not forget the tensions in the area.
Don't go there unless you're extremely desperate or working for Qatar Airways.
You can probably find more about them at the Middle East forum.
Good luck