Georgia

Concerns Over Anti-Muslim Discrimination in Georgia

Ethnic Azerbaijanis told they are “only guests” in Christian-majority state.

Cold Comfort for Displaced Armenian Villagers

Villagers who fled homes nearly two decades ago still waiting for decent housing.

Azeri Theatre Struggles to Survive in Georgia

Minority-language theatre desperately short of funding.

Georgian Press Sharpen Understanding of Abkhazia

Georgian Pensioners "Betrayed"

Officials say they cannot afford significant pension rises, and try to curb prices instead.

Caucasus: Oct/Nov '10

Criticisms of new regulations on work of NGOs in breakaway regions voiced at IWPR event to be reviewed by Tbilisi officials.

Georgian Refugees Face Expulsion From Capital

Controversial plan to move refugees from Abkhazian and South Ossetian conflict out of Tbilisi.

Crackdown on Islamists in Azerbaijan

Detentions come after Muslim party leader compared president with historical figure vilified in Shia tradition.

Georgian “Freedom Charter” to Boost Police Powers

Fears that security measures designed to ward off foreign meddling may be used to stifle domestic opposition.

Georgian Broadcasters Fear Digital Switchover

Many small operators say they may not manage to change their systems in time.