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Afghan Raisin Producers Hope for Sweeter Future
Years of conflict have taken toll on key export industry.
Women in Eastern Afghanistan Demand Education
Literacy rates remain poor in Nangarhar despite adult education programmes.
Anger Over Long-Delayed Afghan Highway
Crucial route will link provinces and boost local economy, but after seven years’ work, it still isn’t ready.
Pension Changes a Resigning Matter for Armenian Academics
As government dithers, university staff leave their posts.
Afghan Villagers Refuse to Vote for "Selfish" Lawmakers
Ahead of next year’s election, Afghans say they deserve better from their representatives.
Former Guard Denies Witnessing Crimes at Bosnian Serb Camp
Detention centre was site of multiple murders and sexual abuse cases.
Georgians Call for Better Health and Safety at Work
Analysts say government will have to adopt laws to meet European standards sooner or later.
Restrictive NGO Law on the Way in Tajikistan
Outcry over attempts to curb foreign funding for civil society groups.
Afghanistan: Opium Production Soars in Kandahar
Poppy fields flourish despite claims by security forces that eradication efforts are proving effective.
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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.