Azeri Nut Trade Faces Crunch
Rumours, health warnings and powerful business interests drive Azerbaijan’s nut farmers and traders to the brink of ruin.
3 Nov 06
Russia
South Ossetia Braced for New Referendum
Some Ossetian politicians question the merits of holding another independence vote
3 Nov 06
Afghans Fear Fallout from Iran Sanctions
If the United Nations takes tough measures against Iran, its neighbour Afghanistan will be undermined economically and could be drawn into a new conflict.
28 Oct 06
Remembering a Lone Defender of Justice
Anna Politkovskaya played a unique role in Russia as the defender of ordinary people’s rights - especially those of ordinary Chechens.
17 Oct 06
Former Kosovo Judge Recalls Escape from Serb Forces
Former Kosovan judge speaks of the persecution he said he and his family suffered at the hands of Serb forces seven years ago.
13 Oct 06
Georgia: Opposition's Poor Election Showing Rings Alarm Bells
Many believe the failure to pose much of a challenge to the ruling party in local elections is bad for democracy.
12 Oct 06
Anna Politkovskaya - An Extraordinary Life
A Chechen journalist recalls the part Anna Politkovskaya played in his life – and that of many others.
12 Oct 06
Caucasus Reels from Moscow-Tbilisi Fight
As Russian-Georgian relations hit a new low, the whole region is nervous.
11 Oct 06
Kadyrov Stakes Leadership Claim
A confident Ramzan Kadyrov turns 30, and looks to the Chechen presidency.
4 Oct 06
Lachin: The Emptying Lands
Landmines, neglect and uncertainty result in an Armenian exodus from strategic corridor.
29 Sep 06
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