Afghans Debate Implications of Mullah Omar's Death
Debate audiences examine the pluses and minuses of engaging with insurgents.
11 Sep 15
Elections
Summoned to Vote for an Unwanted Leader in Syria
"I couldn’t make myself go and vote. How could I?"
8 Sep 15
Afghans Debate Gender Violence Law
Some believe pending legislation could help tackle abuses, while others say Islam provides women with protection.
24 Aug 15
Afghan Debates Highlight Current Political Concerns
Events in July cover political challenges and unease at election delay.
12 Aug 15
Afghans Impatient for Electoral Reform
Overdue polls cannot take place until changes are made to the voting system.
7 Aug 15
Afghans Angry at Election Delay
According to the constitution, polls should have been held weeks ago.
12 Jun 15
Karabakh Opposition Gains Small Presence in Parliament
Domestic politics go largely ignored as international community says it doesn't recognise the state so can't recognise its elections.
20 May 15
Kazakstan Leader Still Silent on Succession
Keeping everyone guessing helps ensure President Nazarbaev’s position is unassailable.
18 May 15
Kazak Ex-Premier Falls From Grace
Prosecuting Serik Ahmetov will help president show he’s serious about corruption, even though the problem is systemic.
22 Apr 15
Allure of Georgian Dream Fades
Opinion poll shows ruling bloc less popular than before, but some say it’s normal to tire of a government after a couple of years
8 Apr 15
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