Syria Ditches Traffic Cops' Military Uniforms
More civilian appearance is part of a plan to demilitarise society but some say it is superficial.
Turkey's Caucasus Allies Ponder Armenia Deal
Azeris say Turkey’s border accord with Armenia is a betrayal of their alliance.
Publishers Hit by Government Curbs
Book sales plunge in wake of recent government restrictions on literature.
Syrian Kurds Step Up Protests
Minority complains that rights are trampled on.
Trendy Teahouses Strain Baghdad Traditions
Swanky TVs, soft drinks and exotic tobacco lure a young, mixed crowd to new-look cafes.
Saudi Breakthrough
Syrians look for peace, trade with Saudi help.
Zurich Ceremony Baffles Armenians
Live TV feed interrupted by Armenia v Spain football game, as last minute hitches delay signing of historic deal with Turkey.
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Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
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Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
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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.