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Georgia: Who's Been Bugging Who?
Political opponents trade accusations about an apparently long-running surveillance project.
Despite Risks, Faith Endures in Traditional Afghan Cures
Villagers often resort to folk medicine. Some live to regret it, others don’t.
Islamic Dress as Bar to Female Education in Tajikistan
Government seems to equate headscarves with security threats posed by militant groups.
ICC Prosecutors Withdraw Key Witness
Judges issue stern warning to prosecutors as trial is adjourned until June 16.
Crimean Tatar Leader's Home Searched
Mustafa Jemilev unbowed by decades of Soviet, now Russian, repression.
Who's Funding East Ukraine Militancy?
Experts and intelligence service track complex arrangements that keep funds flowing to pro-Russian movement.
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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.