Ukraine Prepares for Elections
Politicians turn their attention to the war-torn east.
Ukraine's Orthodox Crisis
Row over church’s independence could leave country more vulnerable to Russian influence.
Abkhazia's Confused Elections
Analysts say that controversial delay reflects a far deeper crisis.
Grievances Fuel Georgian Protests
Government concessions fail to quell ongoing demonstrations.
On the Ground With the Kazak Protestors
Human rights observer warns that the authorities ignore the demonstrators at their peril.
Bringing Kyrgyz and Uzbek Communities Together
Language and education could be key to improving relations.
Change for Kazakstan?
The authorities may not be able to ignore mass rallies which greeted presidential vote.
Teaching Georgian to Armenians
Russian remains a key means of communication despite official efforts to promote state language.
Uzbekistan: A Small Dose of Media Freedom
Previously-banned websites are unblocked, but experts still urge caution.
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Global Voices: Europe/Eurasia
Highlights from IWPR’s Central Asia network of analysis and investigations.
The construction of the Qosh Tepa canal in Afghanistan is causing water shortages in southern Uzbekistan, while in Kyrgyzstan the government is considering the construction of a nuclear power plant. In Kazakstan, conservation activists are working to save the Central Asian tortoise from extinction.
Elsewhere, CABAR delves into the efforts by Central Asian authorities to detect, reduce and prevent statelessness across the region.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.