Governing the North Caucasus
Russia has opted for authoritarian local leaders, rather than risk losing control of its southern frontier.
23 Apr 13
Ingushetia
Russia's Second Chance In Chechnya
The Chechen authorities have lost the peoples' trust and most just want the anarchy to end - even if that means bringing the old rulers back. That gives Russia a second chance to take and hold Chechnya - but only if it is better behaved this time.
8 Oct 12
Georgian Patriotic Lessons Plan Raises Concern
People concerned that sessions will instil fear and aggression in children.
6 Feb 10
Georgia Says Worst Over for Economy
Massive foreign aid helps, but some doubt government’s economic claims.
25 Jan 10
Georgian Patriotic Lessons Plan Raises Concern
People concerned that sessions will instil fear and aggression in children.
22 Jan 10
Abkhazia Gets Recognition Boost After Poll
Bagapsh says his re-election showed Abkhaz desire to be independent.
21 Dec 09
Big is Bad for Tajik Farms
In a partial admission of the failure of past land reforms, the Tajik government is to disband some large farms that are in debt and owe taxes.
9 Oct 09
Abkhaz Media Fear Free Speech Under Threat
Journalist’s conviction viewed as a warning to critics ahead of presidential elections.
25 Sep 09
Georgians' War Anger Vented at Stalin Monument
But reluctance to remove figure from town damaged in August war reflects nation’s ambivalence towards dictator.
18 Sep 09
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