Russia

Media Serves to Deepen Divisions

A lack of solidarity, low professional standards and deep divides plague journalism in Moldova and Transdniester.

21 Feb 05

There are few hopes that Moldova’s bitter 13-year conflict with its breakaway Slav region can be resolved in the near future.

21 Feb 05

It is in the interests of both Russia and the European Union to solve a problem knocking at both their doors.

21 Feb 05

Fears are growing that a political logjam between the new president and the centre-left bloc in parliament will jeopardise much-needed reforms.

21 Feb 05

Forged notes flood Afghanistan as its people grapple with new currency.

21 Feb 05

Moneychangers feel the pinch after new currency introduced.

21 Feb 05

Farmers are still planting poppies across many provinces – and will continue to do so until compensation is offered.

21 Feb 05

Bored with turgid domestic television, Afghans rig up once-banned satellite dishes for some light relief.

21 Feb 05

Freezing winds lay waste to farmland around the capital.

21 Feb 05

Efforts to rebuild Afghanistan are being undermined by warlordism and the resurgence of the Taleban.

21 Feb 05

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