US Aid Cut Damages Shevardnadze
Washington’s move stemmed from concern over pace of reform and corruption.
2 Oct 03
Middle East
Saddam Legacy Lives On
Exiles who've returned to help build Iraq find themselves up against an entrenched elite largely untouched by the war.
24 Sep 03
Armenia: Divided Opposition Pulls its Punches
Squabbling coalition has little to fear from disorganised rivals.
12 Sep 03
Georgian Energy Passes to Russia
Russia's move into Georgia's electricity and gas markets signals a major new strategic shift.
7 Aug 03
Georgia May Lose IMF Lifeline
The International Monetary Fund is running out of patience with Tbilisi’s failure to implement reforms.
25 Jul 03
Curse of Thalassemia Strikes Azerbaijan
A mysterious blood disease is taking its toll on Azerbaijani youngsters.
19 Jul 03
Georgia: An Explosive Trade
The scrap metal business in Georgia holds some nasty and potentially lethal surprises.
19 Jul 03
Azerbaijan: Father Or Son?
As Heidar Aliev flies to Turkey for further medical treatment, there is growing uncertainty about who the next president will be.
10 Jul 03
Azerbaijan: Gas Pipeline Under Fire
Russia and Iran are questioning the need for the new Baku-Erzerum gas link.
13 Jun 03
Chechnya: Blasts Signal New Campaign
Two suicide attacks in three days indicate a shift in tactics by Chechen guerrillas.
15 May 03
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