Caucasus

Concerns Over Anti-Muslim Discrimination in Georgia

Ethnic Azerbaijanis told they are “only guests” in Christian-majority state.

Cold Comfort for Displaced Armenian Villagers

Villagers who fled homes nearly two decades ago still waiting for decent housing.

Azeri Theatre Struggles to Survive in Georgia

Minority-language theatre desperately short of funding.

Yerevan Street Sellers Protest Trading Ban

Mayor says he won't back down on "health hazard" street stall ban as traders mount daily protests.

Armenia Wins Positive Economic Rating

Critics say laws may look good but monopoly grip on some sectors remains a problem.

Georgian Press Sharpen Understanding of Abkhazia

Raising Awareness of Armenian Mining Problems

Moscow's Money Mislaid in Abkhazia

Russian audit chief finds no wrongdoing in Abkhazia’s use of development funds, but notes millions of dollars have yet to be accounted for.

Karabakh Brushes Off Democracy Downgrade

Political parties shun opposition stance by choice, not because of repression, officials insist.

Azerbaijan's Poor Image Armenia's Fault

Officials sidestep allegations of rigged elections and human rights abuses by alleging international watchdogs are in league with Yerevan.