The Legacy of Separatism
The Russians are faced with the daunting task of tackling ecological damage caused by pre-war economic anarchy in Chechnya
23 Jun 00
Caucasus
Russia Intervenes in Dnestr Dispute
Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to work towards a resolution of Moldova's separatist conflict.
23 Jun 00
Kadyrov Steps into the Firing Line
Within two days of Akhmed Kadyrov being named as Moscow's mouthpiece in Chechnya, one of his closest supporters was assassinated in his home
16 Jun 00
Georgia Demonises Chechen Refugees
Conditions for Chechen refugees sheltering in Georgia are rapidly deteriorating.
16 Jun 00
Balkarian Town Reintroduces Censorship
In a bid to gag the independent media, the local authorities in Prokhladny have illegally established a so-called "Press Service" which has been charged with the censorship of mutinous newspapers
16 Jun 00
Sixty Minutes Plays with Fire
Government attempts to gag a crusading TV programme spark widespread condemnation in Tbilisi. The president backs down. For the time being, at least.
9 Jun 00
Little Cause for Celebration
With each faction convinced that its superior wisdom and statecraft has won the day, a semblance of normality is returning to Karachaevo-Cherkessia
9 Jun 00
Fate of Chechen-Press Reporter Unknown
The Russians are questioning Chechen journalist Taisa Isaeva over her alleged involvement in two sensational kidnappings
9 Jun 00
Search for Abkhazia UN Officials
Fears are growing that a group of UN observers and charity workers may have fallen into the hands of Abkhazian separatist gunmen.
2 Jun 00
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