Time for Action on Uzbek, Turkmen Political Prisoners
Rights groups insist that international pressure is the only hope of moderating regimes’ brutal behaviour, and that now would be a good time to apply it.
East Ukraine Election: Turnout in a Time of War
Few polling stations open, and voters in those areas were lukewarm about the polls’ significance to them.
Armenia's Eurasian Deal: Sell-Out or Fair Trade?
As President Sargsyan stresses economic benefits of joining Russian-led bloc, others fear they are signing up to political union as well.
For Many Armenian TV Stations, Digital Switch Spells Closure
Two out of three local TV stations outside Yerevan won’t get channels on public-service digital system.
Tajik Fatwa Misfires
Top clerics say it’s just about extremism, others see it as unwarranted political interference.
Taxing Times in Armenia
Government backtracks on the timing of new tax rules after protests by small businesses.
Mladic Witness Describes Foca on Eve of War
Former military nurse tells judges she saw no inhumane treatment.
Kyrgyzstan Follows Russia Backwards on NGO Rights
Moves to curb groups seen as too "political" reflect growing influence of Moscow.
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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.