Armenia: Women Still Shut Out of Local Politics
Quota system exists for national elections, and some argue it should apply to female representation at local level.
Date Set for Hague Tribunal's Final Trial
Arrested in July 2011, Goran Hadzic was the last suspect on Hague wanted list to be detained.
Karadzic Wants to be Final Witness in his Defence
Accused says his testimony will depend on what others say beforehand.
Convicted Yugoslav Army Officer Raises Health Problems
Vladimir Lazarevic says doctors have identified a range of concerns.
Axe-Murderer Pardon Hardens Azeri, Armenian Attitudes
Celebrations in Baku and outrage in Yerevan as convicted killer is welcomed back to Azerbaijan.
Kyrgyz Elite Ousts Over-Independent Premier
Change of government strengthens position of president and his party by sidelining an up-and-coming politician.
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Bosniak and Croat couple describe raising mixed-heritage children in post-war Sarajevo.
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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.


















