Unsung Heroes Took on Kyrgyzstan Mobs
Grassroots “peacekeepers” needed to rebuild trust between Kyrgyz and Uzbeks.
22 Jun 10
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Iran: Pursuit of Morality Serves Political Aims
New drive to uphold Islamic dress code serves multiple purposes – keeping clerics happy, and testing public appetite for renewed confrontation.
16 Jun 10
Kyrgyz Constitution is Central Asia's Finest
New constitution will not turn the country into a parliamentary democracy just yet, but it’s still the most progressive in the region.
11 Jun 10
Transitional Leader to Steer Kyrgyz Through Troubled Times
Roza Otunbaeva becomes Central Asia’s first female head of state, although only for an interim period.
28 May 10
Kyrgyz Debate Blueprint for Change
Draft constitution provides sound basis for shift to parliamentary system, but must translate into real reform.
30 Apr 10
Kenyan Cooperation Crucial to ICC Probe
Court’s investigation into election violence may become bogged down if it gets too close to the leadership.
23 Apr 10
Kyrgyzstan: Another Chance at Democracy
Getting it right this time will depend on new government’s efforts to overcome legacy of previous authoritarian rulers. By Pavel Dyatlenko in Bishek
11 Apr 10
Future Looks Grim for Syrian Activists
As western officials court Syria, human rights appear low on the agenda.
5 Mar 10
EU an Ally in Autonomy Quest
Given the lack of dialogue between Vojvodina and Serbia, the province’s future may well rest on its success in playing the EU card.
15 Feb 10
A State of Violence
The attempt to forge a Serb state within Croatia left a tragic human legacy.
15 Feb 10
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