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Pilate's Pardons in Cuba
Rights groups say mass prisoner release includes no one jailed on political grounds.
Tajik Government Says Rebel General Dead
Possible motives for rebellion unclear as authorities spin "Islamic party connection".
Afghans Condemn Abuse of "Dancing Boys"
Tradition deplored by civil and religious leaders is hard to eradicate.
Tajikistan's Embattled Islamic Party
The country’s biggest opposition force is being eliminated.
Cuba's Lucrative Medical Aid Programme
Healthcare workers on foreign assignments have to hand over much of their pay to the Cuban government.
Syria: My Mother, the Accidental Activist
Political awareness prompted by daughter's repeated arrest.
Kyrgyz Parties in Flux Ahead of Election
Main political groupings go through mergers and defections, but the essence of politics remains the same.
Armenia's Power Deals with Iran, Russia
Extra capacity to export electricity to Iran will not make Armenia an independent player in energy markets.
Mladic Witness Casts Doubt on Markale Attack
Investigator wrote in his diary that media reports of Bosnian Serb responsibility were “propaganda”.
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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.