Tajikistan: Fallout From Failed Protest Plan
Émigré opposition group unable to persuade people to take to the streets.
Anger at Maternity Pay Cut Plan in Armenia
As government says it can’t afford current benefit spending, women’ rights activists say it can’t afford not to encourage childbirth.
Kazak-Russian Treaty: Cave-in or Pragmatism?
Kazakstan agrees to “coordinate” foreign policy with Moscow. Some read that as “seeking approval”.
Political Heavyweight Bolsters Armenian Opposition
Even in anti-government mode, Prosperous Armenia party may poach elite insiders who see it as the better bet for the future.
Tajikistan: Empowering Girls Through Sport
Trainer wants girls in care to realise they don’t have to “stay at home and do the washing”.
Kyrgyzstan Follows Russia on "Gay Propaganda" Law
Proposed law envisages a year in jail for anyone deemed to be promoting a“positive attitude” to homosexuality.
Mosque-Church Dispute Divides Georgian Village
Assigning a contested building for a neutral purpose hasn’t worked.
Mladic Witness Denies Knowledge of Sanski Most Killings
Wartime company commander said he only learnt of crimes in area after the conflict ended.
Hague Tribunal Orders Provisional Release for Seselj
Defendant is in failing health and will travel to Belgrade for medical treatment.
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