Ukraine-Belarus Relations Head Towards Fresh Crisis
Murder investigation could finally lead to the imposition of sanctions against Minsk.
31 Aug 21
Opposition
Sanctions Mount on Belarus
Fallout from dissident journalist’s detention marks a turning point for Lukashenko’s regime.
16 Jun 21
Fears Grow Among Belarusian Diaspora After Arrest
Calls for further sanctions as well as heightened protection for pro-democracy campaigners.
28 May 21
Pressure Steps Up Over Belarus “Hijack”
Journalist’s arrest puts protest movement back on international agenda.
26 May 21
Can EU Mediation Solve Georgia’s Political Crisis?
Latest intervention wins promises of talks, but no sign of possible compromise.
9 Mar 21
Georgia’s Political Crisis Intensifies
Detention of opposition leader sparks new protests.
23 Feb 21
Tajikistan Jails 80-Year-Old for Extremism
Lengthy prison term handed to elderly man described as political persecution.
5 Feb 21
Belarus: Struggle for Change Continues
Exiled opposition leaders call for international support in their fight for democracy.
15 Jan 21
Tbilisi Accused of Manipulating Border Dispute
Mapmakers face long sentences if convicted of handing territory to Azerbaijan.
16 Dec 20
Armenia: Karabakh Defeat Sparks Political Crisis
Opposition protests continue over terms of treaty with Azerbaijan.
13 Nov 20
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