Bluff and Nonsense in Prison
A political prisoner reflects on psychology and power relationships among his fellow inmates.
17 Dec 14
Caucasus
Probation System Seen as Major Step Forward in Armenia
New agency will focus on rehabilitating offenders rather than simply locking them away in overcrowded jails.
16 Dec 14
Torture by TV
An Azerbaijani opposition figure reflects on the quality of state TV seen from inside a detention cell.
16 Dec 14
Georgian Officials Warn Against Panic as Currency Slides
Official say alarmist comments could dent confident in currency's ability to recover.
11 Dec 14
Top Azerbaijani Journalist Behind Bars
Arrest of Khadija Ismayilova reflects determined campaign to "extinguish freedom of expression", says leading editor.
10 Dec 14
Armenian Human Rights Defenders Predict Harsher Environment
As activists mark Human Rights Day 2014, they say things are likely to get worse once the country is part of Russia’s political project.
10 Dec 14
Armenia's Currency Troubles
Lower export revenues and falling money transfers from expats in Russia have sent the Armenian dram onto a downward path.
10 Dec 14
Armenia on Verge of Losing Airline
After one national carrier collapsed last year, its successor is fighting for survival.
3 Dec 14
Pension Changes a Resigning Matter for Armenian Academics
As government dithers, university staff leave their posts.
1 Dec 14
Georgians Call for Better Health and Safety at Work
Analysts say government will have to adopt laws to meet European standards sooner or later.
28 Nov 14
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