US Airbase in Kyrgyzstan Could Stay After All
Afghan leader pleads for extension for supply point used by international forces in war on Taleban.
Gypsies Demand Their Rights
Afghan Jogi, sometimes known as gypsies, have few legal rights, despite having been in Afghanistan for hundreds of years.
Prosecutors Reject Karadzic's Holbrooke Immunity Claims
They say only way Karadzic could have been granted immunity would be through a Security Council resolution.
Former Prosecutor's Spokeswoman Goes on Trial for Contempt
Prosecutors claim Hartmann deliberately undertook to publish confidential details of judges’ decisions.
Balkan Courts Torchbearers of War Crimes Justice
Tribunal president tells conference in Sarajevo responsibility for processing war crimes now lies with national courts in region.
Ex-Envoy Claims Belgrade Knew of Bosnia Crimes
He says Yugoslav authorities “were informed on the mass killing and crimes against civilians” in Bosnia and were actively involved.
Water but no Gas in Tajikistan
IWPR’s Tajikistan radio editor Zebo Tajibaeva looks at the effects that continuing regional disputes over energy and gas are having on the country.
Georgia's Religious Battles
Dispute over Catholics’ use of Orthodox church highlights problems faced by Georgian minority faiths.
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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
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
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Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.


















