Russia

Georgia At The Crossroads

Politics has, it seems, never been so popular in Georgia. But the voters are being offered two very different views on the country's future by parties contesting the coming parliamentary elections.

In Search Of Another 'Small Victorious War'

The message from the Kremlin PR machine on its latest campaign in the north Caucasus is simple. "We'll win it this time"

Russia's Second Chance In Chechnya

The Chechen authorities have lost the peoples' trust and most just want the anarchy to end - even if that means bringing the old rulers back. That gives Russia a second chance to take and hold Chechnya - but only if it is better behaved this time.

Baku Street Kids

Azerbaijan's media put the number of homeless children in the country at 80,000 and rising. But human rights activists believe even this is an underestimate.

Deadly Legacy of Georgian-Russian War

Farmers and householders continue to find unexploded bombs despite extensive mine clearance efforts.

Tajik Analyst Welcomes Putin's Eurasian Plan

Few Changes Expected From New Abkhaz Leader

President Alexander Ankvab likely to seek continuity, though some fear more authoritarian style.

Tajiks to Retain Control of Afghan Frontier

No self-respecting nation can allow someone else to guard its borders, whatever ambitions Moscow might have, analysts say.

Tajik Migrants Hostage to Ties With Moscow

Analysts blame authorities for failure to secure legal position of temporary workers in Russia.

Tajiks Seek Best Deal in Defence Talks With Moscow

Leading Russian analyst says Tajikistan’s leaders overestimate how much they can pressure world powers to secure lucrative military base deals.