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Stanisic and Simatovic Acquittal Overturned
Former officials held in custody and will face new trial.
Armenia's Drinks Industry in the Doldrums
Russians are buying less brandy and wine, and farmers and manufacturers don't have alternative markets.
New Wave of Emigration from Afghanistan
Unemployment and security concerns prompt tens of thousands of young people to leave the country.
Killed by the Bullet That Hit My Son
A young man's death in conflict destroys his mother's life.
Armenian Reform Vote Tarnished by Fraud Allegations
Political opposition says referendum was fixed, and international monitors call for claims of widespread abuses to be investigated.
Safety Questions After Azerbaijan Oil Rig Blaze
Officials slow to acknowledge casualties amid rescue efforts hampered by high waves.
Current Bosnian Serb Leader Denies Wartime Ethnic Cleansing Policy
Milorad Dodik rejects prosecution’s claim that there was a plan to separate communities.
Kyrgyzstan: More Talk of Political Reform
The president hinted at it last month; now others are talking about changing the constitution.
Afghanistan: Female Prisoners Complain of Bullying
Fear of retribution means victims feel they have no choice but to stay silent.
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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.