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Kazak Magazine Closed Because of Ukraine Article
Weekly consistently criticised government’s closeness to Moscow.
Safe Houses for Afghan Women
A cleric says women’s shelters reflect Islamic values, but some men resent them.
Afghans Demand Freedom of Information
Officials’ reluctance to share data has led to widespread distrust.
Countering Extremism in Tajikistan
Government tries to obstruct Islamic State recruitment with public information as well as arrests.
Escape From Raqqa
How a female activist managed to flee Islamic State forces in their Syrian stronghold.
Women's Day in Afghanistan: Promises, Promises
New president says things can only get better.
Campaign Restrictions Made Tajik Election Outcome "Inevitable"
Restricted opportunities to campaign at local as well as national level.
Syrian Christians Recount Islamic State Raid, Abductions
Villages targeted because they are home to Christians.
Witness Denies Mladic Gave "Die" Signal for Srebrenica Captives
Testimony contradicts evidence given by another witness in the trial.
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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.