Azerbaijan's First Family Features in Schoolbooks
Depending on taste, repeated mentions of the Aliyevs are healthy instruction, alarming indoctrination, or a good way of getting your book published.
12 Apr 13
Caucasus
Armenian University in Political Row
Lecturer says he was sacked for supporting right to protest.
9 Apr 13
Azeri Muslims Protest Theologian's Arrest
Authorities’ attempt to portray Islamists as threat could drive them to team up with wider opposition.
9 Apr 13
Power Shifts in Georgia
President loses some powers, but his allies use vote to show they still count.
7 Apr 13
Azerbaijan Government Worried by Facebook Activism
Since one in ten of the population uses the popular networking site, old-fashioned restrictions may not work any more.
2 Apr 13
Armenia's Shrinking Workforce
Net emigration caused by lack of jobs, but smaller labour pool could itself hamper economic growth
27 Mar 13
Armenians Seek Language Rights in Georgia
For some politicians, allowing official use of minority languages is first step towards separatism.
22 Mar 13
Azerbaijanis Protest Against Army Deaths
Officials dismiss public expressions of anger as plot by agents provocateurs.
15 Mar 13
Libel Actions Squeeze Azerbaijan's Opposition Press
Renewed pressure comes ahead of key election.
12 Mar 13
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