Georgian Refugees Face Expulsion From Capital
Controversial plan to move refugees from Abkhazian and South Ossetian conflict out of Tbilisi.
18 Jan 11
Caucasus
Crackdown on Islamists in Azerbaijan
Detentions come after Muslim party leader compared president with historical figure vilified in Shia tradition.
15 Jan 11
Armenian Police Battle Human Trafficking
Criminals seek ways of avoiding serious charges while continuing to take women abroad for prostitution.
15 Jan 11
Georgian “Freedom Charter” to Boost Police Powers
Fears that security measures designed to ward off foreign meddling may be used to stifle domestic opposition.
7 Jan 11
Young Disabled Still Institutionalised in Armenia
Traditional children’s homes offer few chances for disabled to integrate into society as they reach adulthood.
7 Jan 11
Georgian Broadcasters Fear Digital Switchover
Many small operators say they may not manage to change their systems in time.
4 Jan 11
Armenians, Azeris Try to Build Bridges
But at gathering in London there were reminders of how far apart the two sides are.
24 Dec 10
Georgia: High Prices Limit Freedom of Information
Journalists say cost of accessing documentation hampers their ability to conduct investigations.
23 Dec 10
Karabakh War Changed Women's Roles for Ever
Women say they are much more prominent in civil and business life due largely to the full part they played in the fighting.
20 Dec 10
Murder Puts Pressure on Armenia's Minority Faiths
Alleged killer’s reported links with Jehovah’s Witnesses heightens distrust of new religions.
20 Dec 10
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