Georgia
Georgia: Big Freeze Nightmare
Georgians shiver without light or heat, while Armenians escape worst of energy crisis.
Kazak Opposition Claims Mass Violations
Nursultan Nazarbaev is set for another seven years in power after an election widely condemned as fraudulent.
Kazak Leadership Fears Upheaval
Closure of opposition party and move against major civil society group suggest Kazak leadership is keen to shore up power following events in Ukraine.
Tajik Coalition Tearing at the Seams
Opposition parties run into legal difficulties, making their election chances even slimmer.
Activists Rubbish Book Defending Mahallas
Author of new book says rights activists have painted a distorted picture of neighbourhood committees.
Tajik Socialists in Trouble
Opposition party is torn apart by a power struggle with old roots, but apparently driven by manipulation from outside.
Kyrgyz Police Prepare for Election Unrest
Opposition says special training for police is intended to crush legitimate protest.
Opposition Turmoil in Kazakstan
A highly public split on election strategy has led to chaos in Kazakstan’s main opposition party.
Comment: Kyrgyz Ballot to Sow Seeds for Future
However the Kyrgyz regime decides to act, it is in a strong position to shape not just this election but the presidential vote, too.