Turkmenistan: Soldiers Die of Hunger
Turkmen army food rations are so poor that some young conscripts are literally starving to death.
Kazakstan: Returnee Hopes Shattered
Many diaspora Kazaks lured back home by reports of generous government aid have ended up being bitterly disappointed.
Turkmenistan: Western Concern Over Arrests
Prominent Turkmen and foreigners amongst scores arrested following bid to kill Niazov.
Kyrgyzstan: Ex-Diplomats Contest “Political” Election Ban
Former ambassadors now active in politics are forbidden from running for office because they’ve lived outside the country.
Kyrgyz Passport Fiasco
A delay in issuing new tamper-proof travel documents causes chaos.
No Escape for Turkmen Ambassador
Suspicions are growing that security forces could have used envoy’s family members as hostages to force him to return home after defection.
Comment: A Tale Of Two Tyrants
The United States was quick to catch Saddam Hussein, but appears to see no profit in bringing Radovan Karadzic to justice.
Investigative Report: Karadzic Protective Shield Cracking
Seizure of two former Karadzic bodyguards part of concerted NATO strategy to capture Hague indictee.
Traffickers Risk Death on Albania's High Seas
Lack of funds, surveillance equipment and official corruption hamper task of controlling the illegal trade in people and drugs.
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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.