Azerbaijan: Aliev's Democratic Intentions on Trial
The November 6 election was seen as a litmus test of the president’s will to reform his country, but for now the jury is still out.
10 Nov 05
Caucasus
Azeri Opposition Masses in Central Baku
Activists calling for the government to resign converge on Victory Square.
10 Nov 05
Public Underwhelmed by Hague Transfer Furore
Few people seem to care whether the government transfers four ageing war crimes suspects to The Hague.
9 Nov 05
New Dispute Erupts in Karachai-Cherkessia
One of Russia’s most ethnically mixed republics experiences new tensions.
9 Nov 05
Armenia: Deforestation Plans Ditched
Public pressure forces Armenian government to back down on plans to build a highway through nature reserve.
9 Nov 05
Azerbaijan Boosts Military
Baku increases defence spending, though some question how effectively the money will be spent.
9 Nov 05
Georgia Hit by Wave of Political Turmoil
Opposition furious with government’s handling of street protests sparked by arrests of leading sportsmen.
9 Nov 05
Ajaria's Ex-Leader Charged
Arrest warrant against Aslan Abashidze adds to concerns that Tbilisi is not playing fair.
9 Nov 05
Armenia: Home From Home
Armenians who swapped villages – and countries - with an Azerbaijani community still have fond memories of their homes 16 years later.
9 Nov 05
Azeri Opposition Claims Election Stolen
The authorities say their candidates swept the board in a mostly fair vote, but their opponents argue fraud was widespread enough to nullify the election results.
7 Nov 05
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