Georgia
Azeris Angry Over Georgia Killing
A local land dispute has escalated following the death of an elderly Azerbaijani woman in southern Georgia.
Georgia Split by New Education Law
Draft bill aimed at stamping out corruption is denounced as “anti-Georgian” by nationalists and viewed with suspicion by students and minorities.
Georgian Church Letter Raises Storm
The Georgian Orthodox Church rejects criticism that it is abusing its special status in society.
Ajaria: Concern Over Missing Funds
Public discontent with Tbilisi’s new regime in Ajaria mounts, not helped by officials’ refusal to talk about where revenues have gone.
Rose Revolution Loses Key Backers
Murmurs of discontent over state of Georgian democracy greet anniversary of Mikheil Saakashvili’s arrival in power.
Azerbaijan: Tourist Industry's Own Goal
British football fans due to visit Baku for a World Cup qualifying match may be unable to find a hotel room for the night.
Armenia Debates Ethnic Rights
Cool reception from Armenia’s tiny minority communities to a draft law designed to help them.
Georgian Refugees Face Eviction
The Georgian government tries to reclaim a central Tbilisi hotel from its refugee residents.
Georgia in the Black, For Once
The treasury coffers are filling up at last, although it’s hard to say whether quick-fix tax collection methods are legal or sustainable.