Croatian Serb Leader Evaded Responsibility for Crimes – Witness
Goran Hadzic “would usually either deny knowing anything about them, or claim that these crimes were committed by individuals who were out of effective control”.
Georgian Government Promises Economic Upturn
But critics say schemes to attract foreign investment may not be enough.
Southern Kyrgyz Mayor Builds on Success
Mayor of Osh splashes out on reconstruction, but some say he favours his own ethnic community.
Storm Over "Gender" Word in Armenia
Conservatives thunder at term they say could “promote homosexuality”.
Georgians Wary of Medvedev Overtures
Russian prime minister talks of improving relations five years after 2008 war, but makes it clear there will be no compromise on key issues.
Border Shooting Inflames Armenia-Turkey Tensions
Death of Turkish civilian worsens an already troubled relationship.
Central Asia at Risk From Post-2014 Afghanistan
Militant groups could use greater freedom of movement within Afghanistan to target countries to the north, experts say.
Azerbaijan Clamps Down on Karabakh Visitors
Foreigners who slip across from Armenia told they are unwelcome in Azerbaijan.
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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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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.