Disabled Struggle to Find Work

Reporter Ismatullo Qayum looks at the problems facing disabled people surviving on low benefits with few opportunities to earn a living.

Iran Polishes Image in Tajikistan

A new college of jewellery in Tajikistan is being funded by Iran, as part of that country’s longstanding efforts to build relationships with the Central Asian states.

Lawyers Question UN Immunity Over Srebrenica

Court of appeal in The Hague hears arguments on holding leading international body to account.

Uncertainty Over Kyrgyz Halal Label

Many shops in Kyrgyzstan are responding to rising consumer demand by offering halal meat and other products, but it is hard to verify the provenance of this food.

Serbian Forces Masters of Life and Death

Former prisoner speaks of wartime ordeal at hands of elite Serbian troops.

France Urged to Raise Concerns About Turkmen Human Rights

Taleban Buying Guns From Former Warlords

Insurgents in north take advantage of big arms caches retained by ex-militiamen in contravention of major disarmament programme.

Villagers Cut Off by Border Move

Armenian farmers lose access to fields in frontier demarcation.

Georgian Patriotic Lessons Plan Raises Concern

People concerned that sessions will instil fear and aggression in children.