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Reprisals Merely Anger Protesting Kazak Oil Workers

Recent trials of labour activists unlikely to deter further protests but certain to increase resentment.

Assad's Pretence at Dialogue

Syrian leader losing the plot with his overtures towards those he deems to be opposition leaders.

Kyrgyzstan's Crucial Presidential Ballot

Democratic principles undermined as fragmented electorate prefers regional allegiances to ideology.

Mladic Arrest Hasn't Ended Denial in Serbia

Media coverage shows that Serbia has yet to learn the difference between injustices perpetrated during wars, and wars that are unjust.

Standing Up for Women's Rights in Armenia

People who join NGOs do so out of commitment, not careerism, founder of Women’s Resource Centre says.

Central Asia Seeks Road South

Kyrgyzstan: Victims of Police Abuse Struggle for Justice

Tackling abuse in detention requires major shake-up of policing and external scrutiny of places of detention.

Building Bridges in Uzbekistan

Independent human rights groups need to seek allies within the system, analyst says.

Cyber-Censorship in Uzbekistan

Blocking of IWPR website latest reflection of Tashkent’s fear of free-flowing information.

Righting Wrongs in Tunisia

Revolution offers unprecedented opportunities both for grassroots initiatives and for systemic reforms to policing and prisons.