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Chechnya: Kadyrov Promotion Fury
Human rights activists appalled by Moscow’s elevation of the notorious prime minister to lead the republic.
23 Feb 07
Anna Politkovskaya - An Extraordinary Life
A Chechen journalist recalls the part Anna Politkovskaya played in his life – and that of many others.
12 Oct 06
Kadyrov Stakes Leadership Claim
A confident Ramzan Kadyrov turns 30, and looks to the Chechen presidency.
4 Oct 06
Chechnya: Moscow Peace Bid Tests Rebel Resolve
Will Chechen militants take up the offer of an amnesty now that their most high-profile leader is dead?
27 Jul 06
Chechen Leader Urges Women to Cover Up
Moscow-backed prime minister says women should wear headscarves, in a move that human rights activists fear brings the country one step closer to Sharia law.
26 Mar 06
Chechen Election Offers Little Hope for Stability
Exclusion of advocates of separatism from assembly ballot underlines Chechnya’s democratic deficit.
25 Nov 05
Chechnya: the Great Migration
Tens of thousands of Chechens are seeking a new life in Europe.
18 Aug 05
Chechnya: Gantamirov Takes on Kadyrov
The one-time mayor of Grozny wants a seat in the future Chechen parliament.
23 Jun 05
Grozny Haggles for Power
Plan to grant Chechen administration wide economic powers is still in first draft, but it is already under fire from all sides.
3 Feb 05
Basayev Eludes Russian Capture
How has the man the Kremlin calls “the world’s number-two terrorist” avoided being captured by the Russians for the last five years?
6 Oct 04
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