Georgian Monuments Under Threat
Hundreds of buildings are in dire need of restoration, but arguments continue over who has the authority to carry out works.
Abkhazia: Closure Cuts Off Health Care
Those dependent on services financed by the Georgian government struggle to access care.
Azerbaijan's Healthcare Creaks Under Covid-19 Burden
Endemic bribery and poor services are hampering the country’s response.
Azerbaijan: Trans People Hit Hard by Lockdown
Covid-19 crisis puts further pressure on community already facing deep-rooted prejudice.
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Tributes paid to respected international affairs specialist and IWPR supporter.
Armenia "World Leader" in Covid-19 Cases
Critics say that officials relaxed restrictions far too early.
Azerbaijan: Anger Over Police Heavy-Handedness
Public outcry after footage emerges of officers beating man for violating lockdown.
Hate Speech: Armenian Leaders Set Bad Example
Civil society groups call for the political echelons to rein in their rhetoric.
Azerbaijan: Punished In and Out of Prison
Former detainees face routine threats and intimidation
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Activists fight traditions that exclude female worshippers from communal prayers.
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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.