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Little remains of the island's lighthouse. Built in 1842 for the Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Empire, it was destroyed during WWII and rebuilt in 1944. The incessant shelling for the control of the outpost left it again in ruins.

Little remains of the island's lighthouse. Built in 1842 for the Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Empire, it was destroyed during WWII and rebuilt in 1944. The incessant shelling for the control of the outpost left it again in ruins. © Michael Shtekel/IWPR

A Visit to Snake Island

The Ukrainian army organised a press tour to the tiny rock outcrop with a huge strategic significance.

Hundreds of mourners gather for the funeral of a Georgian volunteer fighter who was killed in Ukraine, on March 26, 2022 in Tbilisi. Davit Ratiani, 53 years old, died under artillery fire on March 18th at the Irpin front, northwest of Kyiv.

Hundreds of mourners gather for the funeral of a Georgian volunteer fighter who was killed in Ukraine, on March 26, 2022 in Tbilisi. Davit Ratiani, 53 years old, died under artillery fire on March 18th at the Irpin front, northwest of Kyiv. © Daro Sulakauri/Getty Images

The Georgians Killed Fighting in Ukraine

The conflict has deep resonance in Georgia - but Tbilisi’s attitude remains ambiguous.

Demonstrators face Russian peacekeepers in Ivanyan, a town about 10 kilometres from Stepanakert, where Karabakh’s airport is located. The airfield was renovated in the late 2000s and due to open for commercial flights in 2012 but remained closed due to security reasons, as Azerbaijan has threatened to shoot down flights. As the blockade continued, on January 5 Karabakh authorities called for support for operations of an air bridge “to prevent an urgent humanitarian crisis”.

Demonstrators face Russian peacekeepers in Ivanyan, a town about 10 kilometres from Stepanakert, where Karabakh’s airport is located. The airfield was renovated in the late 2000s and due to open for commercial flights in 2012 but remained closed due to security reasons, as Azerbaijan has threatened to shoot down flights. As the blockade continued, on January 5 Karabakh authorities called for support for operations of an air bridge “to prevent an urgent humanitarian crisis”. © Siranush Sargsyan/IWPR

Supplies Dwindle as Karabakh Siege Continues

Since December 12, the sole road to Armenia has been closed off, leaving as many as 120,000 people living under blockade.

According to the investigation, Mikhail Yasnikov (L) and Dmitriy Markov led the seizure of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power station (HPP) facilities and the sabotage of the North Crimean Canal in the Kherson region.

According to the investigation, Mikhail Yasnikov (L) and Dmitriy Markov led the seizure of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power station (HPP) facilities and the sabotage of the North Crimean Canal in the Kherson region. © Security Service of Ukraine

Russian Commanders Face Trial for Attacks on Critical Infrastructure

Senior figures accused of facilitating water supply to Crimea while causing billions of dollars’ worth of damages to Ukraine.

A statue of Mary is seen through protective scaffolding as the city attempts to protect its heritage from potential air strikes on April 20, 2022 in Lviv, Ukraine.

A statue of Mary is seen through protective scaffolding as the city attempts to protect its heritage from potential air strikes on April 20, 2022 in Lviv, Ukraine. © Leon Neal/Getty Images

Ukraine: War Crimes Against Cultural Heritage

Experts and officials document huge scale of destruction wreaked by Russian forces.

Ukraine Justice Briefing

Tuesday, 3 January ‘23

This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.

Two Kyiv residents pose in front of the Christmas tree set up in Ukraine’s capital Kyiv. It is a subdued festivity: a sober tree has replaced the traditional light show and Christmas village in the majestic Santa Sophia square.

Two Kyiv residents pose in front of the Christmas tree set up in Ukraine’s capital Kyiv. It is a subdued festivity: a sober tree has replaced the traditional light show and Christmas village in the majestic Santa Sophia square. © Dmytro Larin

Ukraine: “No One Can Steal Our Christmas Spirit”

Ukrainians remain defiant as they brace for what will be a tough holiday season.

“Happy Chanukah” and a menorah stitched on cloth during a children’s gathering at the Mygdal Jewish Centre.

“Happy Chanukah” and a menorah stitched on cloth during a children’s gathering at the Mygdal Jewish Centre. © Zhenia Pedin / IWPR

Light Over Darkness: Hannukah in Odesa

As Russian shelling plunges Ukraine into blackout, the Jewish community celebrates a miracle that has particular resonance amid the war.

An engineer working on an aircraft engine at Motor Sich, a leading engine-maker in Ukraine. On November 7, 2022, Ukrainian authorities invoked wartime laws to take control of stakes in Motor Sich and four other strategic companies from some of the country's wealthiest individuals. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the decision was taken to help meet the defence sector's urgent needs amid Russia's invasion.

An engineer working on an aircraft engine at Motor Sich, a leading engine-maker in Ukraine. On November 7, 2022, Ukrainian authorities invoked wartime laws to take control of stakes in Motor Sich and four other strategic companies from some of the country's wealthiest individuals. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said the decision was taken to help meet the defence sector's urgent needs amid Russia's invasion. © Motor Sich

State Becomes Main Player in Ukrainian Economy

The war has pushed the national share in the GDP to a record 78 per cent, while excluding oligarchs.

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THIS WEEK ON CABAR.ASIA

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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A woman reacts over the body of her daughter, next to a clinic that was damaged during a Russian missile attack, on June 1, 2023 in Kyiv, Ukraine. At least three were killed, including a child, and others were injured by falling debris from intercepted missiles.

A woman reacts over the body of her daughter, next to a clinic that was damaged during a Russian missile attack, on June 1, 2023 in Kyiv, Ukraine. At least three were killed, including a child, and others were injured by falling debris from intercepted missiles. © Roman Pilipey/Getty Images

Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”

Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.

Students attend a lesson on housekeeping at a training facility for domestic workers on November 22, 2022 in Kampala, Uganda. Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states are a frequent destination for Ugandan domestic workers, with official estimates suggesting that around one hundred and sixty-five thousand Ugandans are in temporary employment contracts in the region.

Students attend a lesson on housekeeping at a training facility for domestic workers on November 22, 2022 in Kampala, Uganda. Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states are a frequent destination for Ugandan domestic workers, with official estimates suggesting that around one hundred and sixty-five thousand Ugandans are in temporary employment contracts in the region. © Luke Dray/Getty Images

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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?

Sevim Kaya has been a bus driver for 16 years.

Sevim Kaya has been a bus driver for 16 years. © Umut Akar

Behind the Wheel in a Macho City

Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.

Karine (not her real name) was 15 when she realised that the male body she was born into was not hers. She moved from the rural community she grew up in to the capital Yerevan to be free to be herself. Unlinke many people in her community she was able to find a stable job as a hairdresser and manicurist.

Karine (not her real name) was 15 when she realised that the male body she was born into was not hers. She moved from the rural community she grew up in to the capital Yerevan to be free to be herself. Unlinke many people in her community she was able to find a stable job as a hairdresser and manicurist. © Anahit Zakaryan

Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community

Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.

An AFPTV cameraman films while smoke plumes billow during Israeli air strikes in Gaza City on October 12, 2023 as raging battles between Israel and the Hamas movement continue for the sixth consecutive day. Thousands of people, both Israeli and Palestinians have died since October 7, 2023, after Palestinian Hamas militants based in the Gaza Strip, entered southern Israel in a surprise attack leading Israel to declare war on Hamas in Gaza on October 8.

An AFPTV cameraman films while smoke plumes billow during Israeli air strikes in Gaza City on October 12, 2023 as raging battles between Israel and the Hamas movement continue for the sixth consecutive day. Thousands of people, both Israeli and Palestinians have died since October 7, 2023, after Palestinian Hamas militants based in the Gaza Strip, entered southern Israel in a surprise attack leading Israel to declare war on Hamas in Gaza on October 8. © Mohammed Abed/AFP via Getty Images

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