Textile Workers Paid in Kind
Textile industry workers in Turkmenabat, the main town in the eastern Lebap region, have been receiving their wages in kind rather than cash for the last three months. At the end of each month they are issued with a selection of goods made by their factor
American Pullout Would Shatter Democratic Hopes
A swift end to the multinational military presence would lead to mayhem, with the army still incapable of holding down armed militias and al-Qaeda insurgents.
Dying for a Drink
Islamic militants seemingly determined to stamp out sale and consumption of alcohol in the capital.
US Must Set Deadline for Departure
Multinational forces must disengage and leave Iraq to its people, but their departure should be phased rather than immediate.
War Crimes Tribunals Need State Cooperation
The deputy prosecutor at the Hague court says state cooperation is essential for international war crimes tribunals to function properly.
Iraqi Kurdistan Offers Safe Haven for Fleeing Arabs
Families from Baghdad and other cities of Iraq head north to escape death squads and sectarian violence.
Alphabet Change Sparks Debate
A government proposal to switch to the Latin alphabet has divided opinion in Kazakstan.
Azeri Nut Trade Faces Crunch
Rumours, health warnings and powerful business interests drive Azerbaijan’s nut farmers and traders to the brink of ruin.
Armenia: Yezidi Identity Battle
New textbooks highlight division within Armenia’s Yezidi community.
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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.