Russia

Kazaks Cautious About Russia-Georgia Dispute

Opinions vary as to whether Kazak economic retreat from Georgia was result of pro-Moscow politics or pragmatism.

15 Oct 08

Experts say observing mission’s mandate is still unclear.

10 Oct 08

A media advocacy group has appealed to Russia to lift bans imposed on several journalists wishing to visit the country, including IWPR’s Tom de Waal.

30 Sep 08

Worries that the government is underestimating the scale of the damage.

25 Sep 08

IWPR helps to break media blackout during Georgia’s conflict with Russia.

22 Sep 08

Some argue that in a country as poor as this, people have no option but to send children out to work.

18 Sep 08

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15 Sep 08

But now they must count the cost of a month-long occupation.

11 Sep 08

Local politicians say goal of international recognition should be pursued more strongly in wake of Georgian war.

11 Sep 08

After formal recognition by Russia, Black Sea republic asks itself some big questions.

11 Sep 08

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