Second Congolese Rebel in ICC Custody
Rights activists say court should now start to probe the big power-brokers in the Congolese conflict.
Azerbaijanis Flock to Turkish Town
Turkish border city’s population booms as Azerbaijanis come in search of work.
Abkhazia Welcomes Mountain Minority
Ethnic kin encouraged by promise of land and jobs to move to Abkhazia.
Scams Enrage Karbala Residents
Politicians and militia accused of stealing electricity supplies.
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Despite vast investment, Iraq’s sclerotic electricity network shows little sign of improvement, to the despair of residents and businesses alike.
Herat Reeling From Violent Crime Wave
A spate of murders and kidnappings is denting the economic prospects of a formerly stable part of Afghanistan.
Armenia: Yezidis Endure Years of Living Dangerously
Ethnic minority blames official discrimination for failure to remove potentially lethal electricity pylons from their village.
ICC Struggles to Reach Out to Darfuris
An IWPR investigation shows victims of Darfur conflict remain largely ignorant of the court that’s pledged to deliver them justice.
Kurds Struggle to Generate Own Supplies
Most power projects have not been completed or made little or no impact.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
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.