Gypsies Demand Their Rights
Afghan Jogi, sometimes known as gypsies, have few legal rights, despite having been in Afghanistan for hundreds of years.
Judge Investigates Karadzic Deal Allegations
He asks Swedish foreign minister to come forward with any information he might have.
Divorce Rate Spirals in Herat
Legal aid groups help women escape abusive husbands – but some argue separation not always best course of action.
Drinkers Dismissive of Latest Alcohol Ban
Locals say they will find way round new curbs on drinking.
Mindanao's Forgotten Refugees
Last year they made up the largest group of newly internally displaced people in the world, but their plight has received little attention.
Tajiks Struggle to Cope With Flood Damage
Government lacks resources to handle multiple disasters.
Obama Address Gets Cool Afghan Reception
The much-anticipated Cairo speech failed to convince sceptical Afghans that real change was possible.
Regional Summit Dismissed as Elaborate Showpiece
Afghanistan is joining its neighbours to devise a regional solution to their common crisis – but will it amount to much?
Downturn for Kyrgyz Market Traders
Kyrgyzstan’s giant wholesale market at Karasuu is losing out as Chinese trade shifts to Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.
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