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Central Asia Seeks Road South

Iraqi Freedoms Threatened by Internet Restrictions

Online access remains a big problem for Iraqis, undermining their right to freedom on expression.

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.

Tajikistan: Islamic Militancy No Phantom Menace

Death of veteran militant leader proves truth of warnings that fighters were infiltrating from Afghanistan.

Arab Spring Brings Palestinian Unity

Long-delayed deal spurred by tumultuous political changes elsewhere in the region.

Economy Key to Egyptian Transition

Without key reforms the opportunities of the revolution may be squandered.

Bosnia Needs Proper Dobrovoljačka Case Probe

Justice will never be done as long as Bosnian inaction and Serbian posturing continue.

Nigeria: Democracy Under Pressure

Electorate’s patience tested as parliamentary polls postponed, and postponed again.

Mazar Tragedy Tests Western Resolve

But it would be wrong for Mazar killings and other deadly protests to fuel calls for an international withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Kabila Has Little to Fear From DRC Opposition

While they have talked about rallying around a single leader to contest presidential elections later this year,  squabbling  has made consensus impossible.