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Tuesday, 29 August ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Start of School in Jeopardy as Nagorny Karabakh Blockade Continues
Education institutions are due to reopen on September 1, but parents worry for children's well-being.
Ukraine: Saved by a Drone
Woman led through minefields by a Ukrainian army quadcopter bearing a hand-written banner reading, “Follow me.”
Tuesday, 22 August ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Kazakstan’s Eco-settlers: Turning Barren Land Into Forest
A group seeking an alternative way of life started planting trees; two decades on, they have created an oasis.
Yahidne: “Let the World Know”
Hundreds of villagers were crammed into a cellar to serve as “human shields” for the Russian forces.
War Crimes in Crimea
Despite lack of active hostilities, Ukraine continues to seek judgements in international courts over alleged offences.
Tuesday, 15 August ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Azerbaijan: Opposition Figure Remains in Detention
Economist had announced launch of UK-based education fund before his arrest.
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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.