Russia Takes Over Armenian Atomic Plant
The expected management takeover of Armenia's nuclear power station hands even greater control of the country's energy sector to Russia.
13 Feb 03
Caucasus
Ingushetia Struggles with Refugee Burden
Ingush authorities face financial ruin over locals' compensation demands for housing Chechen refugees.
13 Feb 03
The Mental Scars of Chechnya's Children
Psychologists are discovering that a whole generation of Chechen children is showing symptoms of trauma.
6 Feb 03
Azerbaijan: Rebel Village Hit by New Crackdown
Police raid village that was at the centre of anti-Aliev protests last year
6 Feb 03
North Ossetia Loses Battle of Spirits
Moscow has wrested alcohol excise taxes from the North Ossetia - leaving a large hole in the republic's budget.
6 Feb 03
Georgia: Electricity Struggle Heats Up
How much will Georgians pay for their electricity - and who should foot the bill?
6 Feb 03
Armenia: Young Demirchian Gains Ground
Unable to rely on state television, the son of former communist-era leader of Armenia is making a strong showing in the presidential election campaign.
6 Feb 03
Azerbaijan: Evicted Residents Protest
Eviction of residents of hilltop homes in Baku shows Azerbaijanis still have no secure property rights.
30 Jan 03
Pankisi Gorge: Chechens Fear Backlash
Chechen refugees fear they will be the losers in Georgia's campaign to clear the Pankisi Gorge of Islamic militants.
30 Jan 03
Kabardino-Balkaria: President Faces New Legal Challenge
Defeated candidates in last year's leadership ballot challenge result in a European court.
30 Jan 03
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