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Bumpy Start to Kyrgyzstan's Eurasian Membership
Exporters say customs controls with Kazakstan remain in place despite launch of free trade rules.
A Journey via Aleppo's "Death Crossing"
Snipers daily risk to civilians getting from one side of the city to the other.
Syria: A Man With No Fear
A rebel fighter survives serious injury.
Syria: Detained and Tortured, But Still Strong
"My brother Ali emerged stronger than ever."
Syria: My Brother the Martyr
"He was sacrificed for the shadow of a cause, and I’m not sure if he even knew what that cause was."
Afghans Debate Gender Violence Law
Some believe pending legislation could help tackle abuses, while others say Islam provides women with protection.
Kyrgyzstan to Use Biometric Data in October Polls
Critics of the scheme say their right to vote is now being made conditional on submitting data.
Russian Soldier's Conviction Leaves Armenian Lawyers Sceptical
Murder trial still to take place in an Armenian court.
Orange Cedes Armenian Telecoms Shares
Orange sells local subsidiary to a company with shareholder links to the finance minister.
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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.