Like Armenians in 2018, Belarussians Have Had Enough
How the arrogance of a ruling elite, determined to retain power, triggered public rage.
1 Oct 20
Crisis
The Belarus Awakening, as Seen from Georgia
Even the dim hope of democracy defeating Russian domination excites our own future prospects.
29 Sep 20
Armenia-Azerbaijan: Back to War?
Harsh rhetoric from the leaders of both countries accompanied by an unusually high deployment of military hardware.
28 Sep 20
Beirut Burns With Rage and Grief
Citizens know that corruption and incompetence created this apocalyptic disaster.
6 Aug 20
Cuba: State Measures Prompt Food Shortages
Restrictions intended to prevent hoarding have just made matters worse.
25 Jun 20
Cuba: Mystery Surrounds Failed Aid Donation
Havana blamed sanctions for a derailed delivery of medical supplies. But the story doesn’t stand up.
30 Apr 20
Turkmenistan's Covid-19 Policy: Secrecy and Denial
The regime insists the country is virus-free, but experts warn of an impending crisis.
17 Apr 20
Tajikistan "Still Free of Coronavirus"
Unlike elsewhere in the world, the authorities have not imposed a quarantine or restricted public events.
1 Apr 20
Coronavirus Tests Central Asia's Strength
Parts of the region appear in denial, while elsewhere governments request emergency relief.
29 Mar 20
Armenia's Constitutional Reform Delayed Indefinitely
Flagship vote put on back burner while country deals with Covid-19.
28 Mar 20
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