Georgia Devises New Plan for South Ossetia
The rebel administration dismisses the latest Georgian initiative as an attempt to sow division and seek recognition for a pro-Tbilisi faction in the region.
12 Apr 07
Russia
Ingush Anger Over Summary Killings
People in Ingushetia blame a series of extrajudicial killings on security officials from outside their region.
30 Mar 07
Dagestan's Dirty Election
An election designed to break the hold of ethnic politics is accused of being unfair.
22 Mar 07
Chechnya: Human Rights Hopes Dashed
Chechens frustrated by Russian obstruction of a reform of Europe’s human rights court.
15 Mar 07
Ex-Leader's Daughter Considers Comeback in Kyrgyzstan
Controversy as Bermet Akaeva is nominated for parliament.
9 Mar 07
New Tajik Party Seeks Émigré Vote
Opposition figure is promising a “violet revolution”, but no one seems convinced.
5 Mar 07
Armenia's Mine Curse
Thirteen years after the ceasefire in the Karabakh war landmines in Armenia are still killing people.
1 Mar 07
Foca Rape Case: Defendant Speaks of Remorse
Zelenovic said he only thought “really hard” about his responsibility after his detention.
26 Feb 07
North Caucasus Border Frustration
Expanded border zone in the North Caucasus harms local economy.
23 Feb 07
Armenia Mulls Citizenship Law Changes
New legislation could dramatically increase number of Armenian citizens.
23 Feb 07
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