Georgian Energy Scheme Faces Stiff Opposition
Mountain villagers whose farms would be flooded by proposed scheme say they aren't going anywhere.
Armenia's Receding European Ambitions
Long-awaited EU trade deal seems to have been upended by need to stay close to Moscow.
IWPR Films Spark Debate in Bosnia
Teenagers explore issues of tolerance after viewing documentary series.
Tight Security Part of Uzbekistan Holiday Package
Visitors feel weight of state surveillance.
Bosnian Serb Leaders Still Talking Secession
The idea of splitting off from the rest of Bosnia goes down well in the Serb entity, but doesn’t hold out promise of instant prosperity.
Kyrgyzstan: More Work Needed on Police Abuse
Limited success in combating violence in detention as culture of impunity persists.
Karadzic Interview Request Denied
Former Bosnian Serb leader wanted to give interview to German reporter.
Decision To Disqualify Seselj Judge Upheld
Appeal followed August decision by panel of judges following controversial letter Judge Fredrik Harhoff.
OSCE Faces Fury for Calling Azeri Polls "Flawed"
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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.
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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?
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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.
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Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.