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Girls' Schools Become Targets

Conservative Islamists opposed to women's education stage a string of attacks across the country.

NGOs Come Under Scrutiny

Afghanistan's leaders are ready to accept foreign assistance to rebuild

Georgian Refugees Face Eviction

The Georgian government tries to reclaim a central Tbilisi hotel from its refugee residents.

Azerbaijan: Ilham Tightens His Grip

Old guard shaken by dismissal of influential internal security minister.

Chechnya: Time for an International Role?

As Moscow faces a power vacuum in Chechnya after the death of Akhmad Kadyrov, should the international community get involved?

Assembly Passes Off Peacefully

Landmines Obstacle to Reconstruction

It could take up to six years before the north of the country is rid of the deadly menace.

Suicide Bomber Kills 5 in Kabul

Gathering Marred by Incidents

Armenia's Voter Fatigue

Pro-presidential parties sail home as turnout hits an all time low.