Iran

Aliev Collapse Shakes Azerbaijan

Dramatic proof of president's shaky health raises doubts as to whether he can really seek a third term in office this autumn.

25 Apr 03

A protest by desperate women in the Nakhichevan reflects wave of popular discontent in the traditionally pro-Aliev province.

21 Feb 02

Azerbaijan president Heidar Aliev is facing stiff opposition from loyalists over plans to name his son, Ilham, as his successor.

31 Jul 01

Corrupt officials in Azerbaijan are suspected of lining their pockets with the proceeds of illegal sturgeon fishing.

26 May 00

Economic hardship has prompted Turkey to open the border with Armenia for the first time since the war over Karabakh.

11 Feb 00

Tribunal Update 27: Last Week in The Hague (May 5-10, 1997)

8 May 97

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