Another Depressing Year for Central Asian Media
Familiar patterns of harassment and obstruction, with new focus on curtailing internet.
Caucasus: Nov-Dec ‘08
Georgian authorities to collaborate with IWPR on provision of religious tolerance training for journalists.
International Justice/ICTY: Nov-Dec ‘08
In-depth reports on key war crimes justice issues prompt discussion amongst analysts.
International Justice/ICTY: Nov-Dec ‘08
Project lands exclusive interview with outgoing president of tribunal.
Caucasus: Nov-Dec ‘08
Bombed Georgian radio station broadcasts again with IWPR’s help.
Brammertz Suspects Operation Storm Documents "Hidden"
Chief prosecutor said he doubts authorities’ claim that they have been lost.
Delic Defence Appeals Conviction
It says Bosnian general did not have effective control over mujahedin fighters at any time.
Azerbaijan: Aliev Allies' 'Power Grab'
Opposition fury over plan to scrap Azerbaijan president’s term limits.
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Global Voices: Europe/Eurasia
Highlights from IWPR’s Central Asia network of analysis and investigations.
The construction of the Qosh Tepa canal in Afghanistan is causing water shortages in southern Uzbekistan, while in Kyrgyzstan the government is considering the construction of a nuclear power plant. In Kazakstan, conservation activists are working to save the Central Asian tortoise from extinction.
Elsewhere, CABAR delves into the efforts by Central Asian authorities to detect, reduce and prevent statelessness across the region.
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Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
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.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.