Tough Talk From Kyrgyz Leader on US Base
Analysts say President Bakiev’s ultimatum to the Americans is designed for consumption in Moscow.
24 Apr 06
Caucasus
Russia Cuts Off Georgian Water and Wine
Tbilisi accuses Moscow of deliberate campaign to undermine Georgian economy.
21 Apr 06
Ingushetia: Russians Urged to Return
A community of Russians defies threats and resettles in the North Caucasus.
20 Apr 06
Murder Case Judgement Reverberates Around Caucasus
Armenia welcomes life imprisonment for Azeri military officer who killed Armenian - but Azerbaijan seeks appeal.
20 Apr 06
Armenian Opposition Party Locked out
Popular ex-foreign minister blames the president for shutting down his office.
18 Apr 06
Kabardino-Balkaria: President Lashes Police
Leader blames law enforcement agencies for harsh treatment of devout Muslims.
18 Apr 06
Ossetian Leader Challenges Moscow Prosecutors
North Ossetian leader says Russian attempts to prosecute his officials are a smokescreen for Moscow’s failure to properly investigate the Beslan school tragedy.
14 Apr 06
Iranian Azerbaijanis Move North
Growing numbers are moving from Iran to Azerbaijan, especially since the upsurge in tension between Washington and Tehran.
14 Apr 06
Land Reform Problems in Southern Georgia
Some Azerbaijani villagers are unhappy at the way land reform has worked, claiming they have yet to receive their fair share.
14 Apr 06
Adygeia's President Confronts Kremlin
Leader puts his future – and that of his small republic – on the line.
14 Apr 06
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