Syria: What to Expect in Detention
Former detainee's account of interrogation and torture.
30 Aug 13
Middle East
Abkhazia Takes in Ethnic Kin From Syria
Five hundred diaspora members have arrived so far.
29 Aug 13
Border Shooting Inflames Armenia-Turkey Tensions
Death of Turkish civilian worsens an already troubled relationship.
20 Aug 13
Iraqi Parties Circle Around Election Bill
Most want a system that lets them handpick politicians, but none is prepared to say so out loud.
12 Aug 13
Georgia: US Didn't Force Tougher Visa Rules for Iran
Minister insists decision made internally, not connected with American concerns about Tbilisi as haven for Iranian sanctions-busters.
10 Jul 13
Iraqi Premier's Party Losing Grip on Regions
Will erosion of the State of Law party help shape a new kind of politics?
4 Jul 13
Central Asian Recruits for Syrian Conflict
Only a handful have gone, but intelligence agencies are watching closely.
28 Jun 13
Azerbaijan Stirred, Not Shaken by Turkish Protests
Different political environment deters Azerbaijanis from coming out onto the streets.
25 Jun 13
Armenia: Anger at Land Deal With Iran
Justice minister says local authorities don’t have right to lease farmland to neighbouring state.
23 Jun 13
Abkhazia's Railway Offers Vital Trade Link
Despite clear benefits, reopening the route would be fraught with problems.
17 Jun 13
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