Maskhadov Seeks Negotiations
In an interview with IWPR, the rebel Chechen president hints at possibility of a long-term compromise over the republic’s future status if Moscow ends its military campaign.
13 Jun 02
Caucasus
Karabakh War Lingers In The Mind
Nagorny Karabakh’s psychological therapy centre has treated thousands of patients, suffering the traumas of war – including children born after the conflict ended.
13 Jun 02
Armenia Escapes Drugs Epidemic
The Armenian police say the country's drug problem is under control, although luck may have a lot to do with it.
23 May 02
Azerbaijan: Street Kids Get High To Escape Miseries
Hundreds of Baku's homeless children resort to substance abuse for a brief escape from the harsh realities of their lives.
23 May 02
Police Collude In Georgian Drug Trade
Georgia's growing drug problem is affecting all branches of society - even the police.
23 May 02
Chechen Civilian Head Challenges Army
With President Putin's blessing, Moscow's Chechen appointee in the war-torn republic is making a bid to restrain the military.
23 May 02
Azerbaijani Catholics' Day in the Sun
There are just 200 practising Roman Catholics in Azerbaijan - but next week they are receiving a visit from the Pope
17 May 02
Georgian Reformer Faces Political Oblivion
On the eve of Georgia's local elections, the country's most prominent pro-Western politician has lost control of his party - and perhaps his political career
17 May 02
Dagestani Blast Inquiry 'Floundering'
Officials have fingered a Dagestani warlord for the slaughter at last week's military parade, but important questions remain unanswered.
17 May 02
Georgia: Fear and Poverty in the Kodori Gorge
The impoverished villagers of the Kodori Gorge fear the consequences of a breakdown in the Georgia-Abkhazia peace process
13 May 02
Support local journalists