Ukrainian Serving in Proxy Forces Sentenced for Robbery
Man found to be acting on own initiative while looting civilian house in occupied village.
Tuesday, 24 January ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
How Will US Support Justice for Ukraine?
Options “run the gamut” from financial backing to amending domestic legislation to facilitate prosecutions.
Murder in Kherson
Pre-trial investigation into teenager’s death continues after likely stalling during Russian occupation.
Prosecutor Demands Long Sentences for Karakalpakstan Protesters
Trial of 22 defendants enters final stages amid concerns of bias and lack of transparency.
Flower Power: Women Prisoners in Belarus
The combined sentences of those jailed in demonstrations amount to nearly 500 years.
The Cashier in Dubai
Investigative report tracks tangled route for money flowing to offshore companies from Moldova.
Azerbaijan: “The Sultan” Steps Down
Longtime ruler of autonomous enclave resigns on health concerns, but observers maintain his exit was on Baku’s orders.
Armenia’s Russia Challenge
The limits of Moscow’s security promises now clearly demonstrates that Yerevan must adjust to a dangerous new reality of standing alone.
Georgia: Fate of Ailing Saakashvili Remains Unclear
Tbilisi has refused to acknowledge medical needs as genuine or to release jailed former leader for treatment.
Tuesday, 17 January ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Kazakstan: Fined for a Book of Bible Stories
Citizens can be punished for dissemination of religious materials, even if of a non-extremist nature.
A Year on From Kazakstan’s Bloody January
Murky investigation and lack of accountability followed violence that scarred a nation.
Four Russians Sentenced to 11 Years for War Crimes
Members of a special unit tasked with reconnaissance and sabotage imprisoned and interrogated Ukrainian civilians in September 2022.
Tuesday, 10 January ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
A Visit to Snake Island
The Ukrainian army organised a press tour to the tiny rock outcrop with a huge strategic significance.
The Reckoning Project: Ukraine Testifies
Project aims to help conflict journalists meet evidential standards that will allow their work to support future justice processes.
Building Resilience in the Eastern Neighbourhood
Subgrants in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Moldova support peace, security and stability.
Moldova: Hire Me
Testing workshops explore a fun way to encourage girls to enter the IT sector.
Azerbaijan: Peacebuilding for Women
Training, mentorship and network-building contribute to creating a more equal and inclusive society.
Central Asian’s Vulnerability to Russian Propaganda
International discussion hears that response must be as complex and varied as disinformation itself.
Moldova: From Village to Village
Project trains people in more isolated areas how to identify and combat fake news.
Human Rights in Africa
Six-part podcast looks at how telling crucial stories can change lives on the ground.
Silence is Not an Option for Latin America
Independent journalists refuse to submit to widespread repression.
Journalism in Conflict: Reporting from Ukraine and Beyond
Founder Anthony Borden reflects on the 30-year journey of IWPR and how local voices meet the challenge of global disinformation.
Moldovan Media and Officials Fight Fake News Together
A lack of accurate government information provides fertile ground for false narratives to feed distrust and ultimately destabilise the country.
Ukraine Justice Report
IWPR project will document long, painful and essential journey to bring Russia’s military impunity to an end.
Central Asian Analysts Meet Georgia’s Vibrant Civil Society
Cross-border visit supports delegates’ research and analytical skills and builds regional cooperation.
Vietnam: Former IWPR Mentor Receives International Press Freedom Award
Imprisoned writer honoured for her tireless work seeking to hold authorities to account.
Go Viral Festivals Spark Collaboration Across Central Asia
Events travel to region’s five capitals with the aim of inspiring creativity and cross-border connections.
Moldovan Journalists Explain High Cost of Disinformation
Media literacy seminars in more remote parts of the country highlight danger of fake news.
Moldovan Media Learn New Skills to Build Resilience
Programme provides emergency response to fighting fake news surrounding the Ukraine conflict.

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