Russia

Kyrgyzstan Follows Russia Backwards on NGO Rights

Moves to curb groups seen as too "political" reflect growing influence of Moscow.

Eurasian Worries in Kazakstan

Opponents of new regional grouping fear the effects of committing to Russian-dominated economic regulation.

Armenian Unease at Planned Russian University

Decision to open a branch of Moscow university seen as attempt to strengthen Russia's hand in the country.

Ukraine: Moscow tries a new Polish and Hungarian "separatist" number

Bishkek Turns Face to Moscow

Membership of economic grouping risks distancing Kyrgyzstan from some of its near neighbours.

Russia's War With Georgia: 2008 Timeline

August 2008 conflict resulted in formal Russian recognition of South Ossetian and Abkhazian independence.

Putin Believes West Will Blink First on Ukraine

Russia expert speaks of “a fundamental change in the world order where it is possible to violate international law with impunity”.

Russia Factor Shifts Kyrgyz-Uzbek Power Balance

Kyrgyzstan's growing ties with Moscow give it added clout in region but could prove a liability.

Georgia Wins Against Moscow at European Court

Human rights court says Russia engaged in “collective expulsion” of Georgians.

Kyrgyzstan: Civil Rights in Reverse Gear

Restrictive bills copied from Russia equate desire for basic rights with suspect pro-Western views.