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Poroshenko Bloc Set to Dominate Ukraine Polls
Limited range of voter choices in forthcoming parliamentary election.
Kenyan Police Struggling to Manage Security Threats
Report by police oversight body calls for simplified command structure to guarantee swift response to attacks.
Despite Prison Reforms, Abuses Still Common in Georgia
Mistreatment continues although some experts say it is no longer systemic.
Eurasian Worries in Kazakstan
Opponents of new regional grouping fear the effects of committing to Russian-dominated economic regulation.
Is Armenian Leader Serious About Dumping Turkey Accord?
President Sargsyan says 2009 accords could be withdrawn from parliament, signalling end to hopes of ratifying them one day.
Cold Steel and Christians in Ukraine's Fight
Improvisation is the order of the day for rough-and-ready volunteers.
Kenyan Police Vetting Goes at Snail's Pace
Too few officers have undergone vetting, and not many people are brave enough to come forward with information on abuses.
Libyan Journalists Hone Editorial Skills Through IWPR Training
Training course for experienced media staff focuses on more lively, diverse production.
Disillusioned Syrian IDPs Consider Resettlement Offer
Even people who used to support rebels are losing hope and would consider government’s housing offer.
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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.