Russia

Ajaria Boss Revels in New Role

President Eduard Shevardnadze's troubles have played into the hands of Ajarian leader Aslan Abashidze

13 Nov 03

Ingush displaced by conflict a decade ago remain marooned in an unrecognised refugee camp, as disputes hamper resettlement process.

31 Oct 03

Rugby players perform well on world stage, but still struggle at home.

24 Oct 03

There was almost no violence in Chechnya on polling day - but not many voters either.

9 Oct 03

New premier tells IWPR he has to revitalise the republic’s stagnant economic sector.

2 Oct 03

Washington’s move stemmed from concern over pace of reform and corruption.

2 Oct 03

How Akhmad Kadyrov fought off his rivals and won the support of Vladimir Putin to become Moscow’s chosen leader in Chechnya

2 Oct 03

A parliamentary election that may hasten the end of the Shevardnadze era is getting underway.

25 Sep 03

Has the former Chechen parliament impeached pro-independence president Aslan Maskhadov or is it a Moscow-inspired trick?

25 Sep 03

Karachaevo-Cherkessia's presidential ballot marred by allegations of bribery and obstruction.

6 Sep 03

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