Georgia Faces More Disappointment in its European Dream
It will be near-impossible to fulfil EU-mandated obligations without a paradigm shift in how the ruling party views its role and place in the country’s history.
Georgia’s Health Diplomacy
A medical support programme aims to heal wounds between Abkhazians and Georgians.
Belarusians in Ukraine Help Their Adopted Home
Tens of thousands fled over the border after the disputed 2020 elections. Now, many are volunteering to help the war effort.
Odesa Faces Grave Threats From Air and Sea
Although Russia’s plans to swiftly take the region failed, the coast remains highly vulnerable.
Ukraine: The Fight for the “Dead Cities”
In eastern Ukraine, Zelensky calls for long-range weapons to contain the Russian advantage in artillery and airpower.
Belarus’ Crackdown on Media Continues
Regime uses accusations of extremism to silence dissenting voices – and intimidate news consumers.
Georgia Nationalises Iconic Mineral Water Due to Russian Sanctions
The instantly-recognisable brand has become a collateral victim of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Occupied Energodar, as Quiet as a Graveyard
The city, home to Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, fell into Russian hands on March 4, and it is now impossible to leave.
Ukraine: Businesses Relocate to Safer West
With government help, hundreds of strategic enterprises have moved to the safer west of the country. Smaller businesses, however, have to fend for themselves.
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The Horror of Bucha
Locals recount random, unaccountable violence against civilians in clear evidence of war crimes.
Nigeria: FGM Rises Amid Pandemic
Campaigners warn that lockdown left many girls and young women vulnerable to the practice.
Turkey: Women Demand Equal Treatment in Mosques
Activists fight traditions that exclude female worshippers from communal prayers.
Ukraine's New York: the Struggle for Change on the Frontline
The war confounds young people’s efforts to revitalise Ukraine’s embattled east and counter Russian propaganda.
Belarus: Life as a Political Prisoner
Freezing cold cells and long stretches in solitary confinement for those who defy the Lukashenko regime.
Turkmenistan’s Transition of Power
President Berdymukhamedov has for decades carefully been preparing for his son to take over.