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Cuban Whistleblowers Face Sanctions
Paramedics sacked after reporting corruption and mismanagement in the ambulance service.
Bosnian Serb Leaders Still Talking Secession
The idea of splitting off from the rest of Bosnia goes down well in the Serb entity, but doesn’t hold out promise of instant prosperity.
Why the West is Wrong on Syria
Focus seems to be on Western governments' strategic aims to the exclusion of humanitarian concerns and Syrians' own wishes.
Kyrgyzstan: More Work Needed on Police Abuse
Limited success in combating violence in detention as culture of impunity persists.
Karadzic Interview Request Denied
Former Bosnian Serb leader wanted to give interview to German reporter.
Decision To Disqualify Seselj Judge Upheld
Appeal followed August decision by panel of judges following controversial letter Judge Fredrik Harhoff.
OSCE Faces Fury for Calling Azeri Polls "Flawed"
Presidential advisor says country might review membership after OSCE observers announce “disrespectful” findings on ballot stuffing and other concerns.
Kenyan President's Lawyers Want ICC Charges Dropped
African Union may also ask United Nations Security Council to postpone Kenya cases.
Compulsory Newspapers in Kazakstan Region
Practice of forcing people to subscribe to newspapers they don’t want has to stop.
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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.