Central Asian Recruits for Syrian Conflict
Only a handful have gone, but intelligence agencies are watching closely.
Azerbaijan Stirred, Not Shaken by Turkish Protests
Different political environment deters Azerbaijanis from coming out onto the streets.
Armenia: Anger at Land Deal With Iran
Justice minister says local authorities don’t have right to lease farmland to neighbouring state.
Abkhazia's Railway Offers Vital Trade Link
Despite clear benefits, reopening the route would be fraught with problems.
Libyans Engage With Officials On Air
IWPR helps radio stations reach out to a wider audience.
Libyan News Agency to Cover Vast Southern Region
Supported by IWPR, the service is already becoming an authoritative news source on the poorly-reported south.
IWPR Trains Reporters in Libya's Far East
Advice for under-resourced newsrooms, one-to-one mentoring for editorial staff.
Syria Urged to Free Rights Activists
Statement calls for immediate release of Mazen Darwish, Hussein Gharir and Hani Zaitani.
Security Remains Top Risk for Iraqi Journalists
Despite ongoing violence, some reporters argue that excessive security checks stop them getting the story.
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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.