Storm Gathers Over Slain Journalist in Iraqi Kurdistan
Political feud fuels dispute over murder of student who criticised the government.
24 May 10
Special Report
Kyrgyzstan: High Cost of Free Education
Experts call for more funding and systemic reforms for schooling. By Yevgenia Kim in Bishkek
14 Apr 10
Child Labour Still Seen as “Tradition” in Uzbekistan
Tougher penalties for using children as cheap labour do not seem to be having much effect, as officials fail to act and families are glad of the extra income.
25 Mar 10
Should EU End Sanctions Against Uzbekistan?
Reports from Uzbekistan suggest there is little evidence of human rights improvements that would warrant the removal of sanctions.
19 Mar 10
Could Karadzic Trial Boycott Have Been Prevented?
As he prepares to face the Hague court, IWPR examines the twists and turns leading to the suspension of his trial last October.
5 Mar 10
Anti-Baathist Purge Spreads Across Iraq
Provincial officials come under scrutiny because of alleged Saddam-era past, incensing opposition groups on eve of elections.
3 Mar 10
Kyrgyz Journalism Under Pressure on All Fronts
Tendency towards playing safe by avoiding controversial subject-matter.
3 Mar 10
Pakistani Taleban Bruised But Unbowed
American and Pakistani actions against the insurgents appear to have had limited impact.
22 Feb 10
Pakistani Taleban Bruised But Unbowed
American and Pakistani actions against the insurgents appear to have had limited impact.
22 Feb 10
Burial Mystery of Georgian Leader
Four times reburied - where is the grave of Zviad Gamsakhurdia now?
16 Feb 10
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