Armenia Cedes Power to Russia
Moscow's energy expansion in Armenia lights the way to new "liberal empire".
No Sporting Chance for Women
Aspiring female athletes find they are hamstrung by lack of funds and a conservative society that disapproves of their participation.
Batumi Oasis for Abkhaz
Ten years after the Georgian-Abkhaz conflict, a small community of Abkhaz still lives peacefully in a corner of Georgia.
US Aid Cut Damages Shevardnadze
Washington’s move stemmed from concern over pace of reform and corruption.
Comment: Saddam Legacy Lives On
Exiles who've returned to help build Iraq find themselves up against an entrenched elite largely untouched by the war.
Armenia: Divided Opposition Pulls its Punches
Squabbling coalition has little to fear from disorganised rivals.
Georgian Energy Passes to Russia
Russia's move into Georgia's electricity and gas markets signals a major new strategic shift.
Georgia May Lose IMF Lifeline
The International Monetary Fund is running out of patience with Tbilisi’s failure to implement reforms.
Curse of Thalassemia Strikes Azerbaijan
A mysterious blood disease is taking its toll on Azerbaijani youngsters.
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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.