Russia

Afghan Moonshine a Growth Industry

Tougher restrictions on alcohol imports create boom for illicit local producers catering for surprising levels of consumer demand.

27 Aug 08

No sign of Russian withdrawal from western Georgia.

20 Aug 08

An IWPR journalist, allowed into Gori on a Russian tank, witnesses exultant pro-Moscow fighters rampaging through the blazing city.

17 Aug 08

Thousands cross border, as opposition blames president for delay in returning from Olympics.

15 Aug 08

Abkhaz seize key valley held by Georgian troops dealing further blow to beleaguered Tbilisi government.

15 Aug 08

An Ossetian who was in South Ossetia during the Georgian assault tells her story.

12 Aug 08

Rumour adds to the mood of uncertainty gripping the Georgian capital.

12 Aug 08

Despite Georgian ceasefire offer, Moscow steps up military intervention.

12 Aug 08

As Georgian and Russian troops draw close to one another in South Ossetia, the rapidly escalating conflict threatens to go international.

11 Aug 08

Hopes that new defence minister will deliver on much-delayed plans.

7 Aug 08

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