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Sarajevo Shelling "Disproportionate" but not "Intentional"
Bosnian Serb corps commander speaks of “collateral damage” of war.
Armenian Government: Just Coasting
President's allies think more of the same will do fine.
Kibera's Unsung Hero
Despite widespread fears of violence in the Nairobi slum, the general election in March went off peacefully.
Tajikistan to Ban Cousin Marriage
Formal prohibition unlikely to stamp out widespread tradition.
Life in a Cuban Jail
Journalist Calixto Ramón Martínez Arias speaks about his own experiences, and the mistreatment of other prisoners.
Cuba Grants Prison Access on Own Terms
First visit in years highlights lack of regular outside monitoring.
Georgian Women Seek Fair Maternity Terms
Proposed changes ban arbitrary dismissal during maternity, but activists also want better pay and conditions.
Demand for Helmand Schools to Reopen
With security improving, tens of thousands of children are still prevented from resuming their education.
ICC Faces PR Battle in Kenya
Court may find it harder to pursue outreach activities now that two suspects hold high office.
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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.