Protests

Protest Plans Fail in Uzbekistan

Kibua Assignment Brings Relief to IDPs

Radio report by IWPR Congolese trainee elicits help for thousands of civilians uprooted by fighting in eastern DRC.

Armenia: Opposition Group Backs Down on Protests

After calling out supporters to demonstrate and then sending them home, Armenian National Congress has some ground to make up in order to remain serious political force.

Strikes Take Toll on Kazak Oil Town

Four months after industrial action began, tensions still run high in Janaozen.

London: Bahrainis Keep Protest Flag Flying

They may be few, but protesters outside Bahraini embassy say their presence is vital.

Political Dialogue Breaks Down in Armenia

Main opposition party walks away from talks with government.

Libya: One Woman's War

She describes wartime months of paranoia, fear and resistance in Tripoli.

Syria Conflict – No End in Sight

Anti-Iranian Feeling Runs High in Azeri Capital

Environmental protests in Iran spark concerns about ethnic Azerbaijanis living around shrinking lake.

Syria Activist Fears Family Targeted

Exiled opposition figure based in Washington tells of harassment and arrest of relatives back home.