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Azerbaijan: Trans People Hit Hard by Lockdown
Covid-19 crisis puts further pressure on community already facing deep-rooted prejudice.
Lorne Craner
Tributes paid to respected international affairs specialist and IWPR supporter.
Armenia "World Leader" in Covid-19 Cases
Critics say that officials relaxed restrictions far too early.
Cuba Gags Coronavirus Critics
Legislation used to intimidate those highlighting government mishandling of the emergency.
Cuba: State Measures Prompt Food Shortages
Restrictions intended to prevent hoarding have just made matters worse.
Azerbaijan: Anger Over Police Heavy-Handedness
Public outcry after footage emerges of officers beating man for violating lockdown.
Hate Speech: Armenian Leaders Set Bad Example
Civil society groups call for the political echelons to rein in their rhetoric.
Azerbaijan: Punished In and Out of Prison
Former detainees face routine threats and intimidation
Gagauzia: Nowhere to Run
Entire territory currently only has safe accommodation for a maximum of four women.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.