Riot Deaths Spark Kyrgyz Turmoil
Thousands besiege president’s office as anger over spiralling prices explodes into political violence.
Georgia: State Spending Ahead of Poll Under Suspicion
Transparency International points to significant rise in public expenditure in advance of municipal elections. By Anna Kandelaki in Tbilisi
Tajik Power Company Calls in Debts
Higher electricity bills and tougher penalties for arrears are putting pressure on household consumers. By Nazarali Pirnazarov in Dushanbe
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.
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