Conflict

Tentative Peace as Tajik Rebels Disarm

Tajik Rebels Lay Down Arms in Badakhshan

News of local politician's killing followed by internet blocks.

Uneasy Truce Holds in Tajikistan's Southeast

Authorities under pressure to end fighting and prioritise safety of civilian population.

Unprecedented Clashes in Southeast Tajikistan

Authorities send in army to take on powerful figure linked to high-profile murder case.

Deadly Legacy of Georgian-Russian War

Farmers and householders continue to find unexploded bombs despite extensive mine clearance efforts.

Afghans Say Pakistan Behind Cross-Border Fire

Official claims more than 800 rockets land in eastern Kunar province in recent weeks.

Syrian Opposition Council Struggles for Legitimacy

Disconnect from conflict on the ground saps confidence in overseas political movement.

Turkey Awakens, But Still Cautious on Syria

Alarm at downing of Turkish fighter plane, but no appetite for military intervention.

Iraq Bombs Deliberate Ploy to Incite Sunni-Shia Conflict

Mainstream politicians on all sides agree on the threat, but critics say they should set example of unity themselves.

Upsurge in Tensions as Clinton Visits Yerevan, Baku

Each side blames the other for spate of cross-border shooting incidents.