Domestic Violence Finally Debated in Armenia
Politicians act as beaten and abused women at last begin to break their silence.
Armenia's Yezidi Farmers Face Ruin
They say export of sheep to Iran creating domestic shortage that’s forcing them out of business.
Appeals Judges Reject Karadzic Postponement
Former Bosnian Serb president had asked for more time to prepare his case.
Seselj Threatens to Subpoena Former Chief Prosecutor
Serbian politician demands statements about alleged meetings between ex-tribunal officials and his former legal adviser.
Witness Recounts Srebrenica Investigation
Tolimir trial hears reconstruction of events following fall of enclave.
UN Ruled Immune From Srebrenica Prosecution
Lawyers representing relatives of victims say they will continue to pursue case, despite Dutch court decision.
Kyrgyz Government Faces Down Utilities Protests
Poor people to be cushioned against price rises, but authorities insist everyone else must pay realistic share of energy costs. By Ainagul Abdrakhmanova in Bishkek
Uzbekistan: Official Denial on Domestic Abuse
Shame culture leads women to accept cruel treatment in the home rather than resorting to courts.
Central Asia: Feb/Mar ‘10
Education proposals aired at IWPR events to be incorporated into parliamentary report. By Dina Tokbaeva in Bishkek
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Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
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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?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
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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.