Charm Offensive Belies Turkmen Reality
12 Jan 11
Diplomacy
Azeri Government Fury at Leaked Mafia Comparison
Officials say opposition briefings provided basis for allegations that Azerbaijani leaders behave like characters from Godfather films.
12 Dec 10
Ahmadinejad Was Freed Hiker's Captor, Not Saviour
Iran’s president pretends he had nothing to do with detaining alleged spies, but reveals himself by taking credit for Sarah Shourd’s release.
17 Sep 10
Moscow Extends Lease on Armenian Base
Critics say security partnership serves Russian aims far more than Armenian interests.
21 Aug 10
Shadow Cast Over DRC Independence Anniversary
Many ordinary Congolese feel ambivalent about celebrating 50 years of statehood, given the dire state of their country.
2 Jul 10
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