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Governing the North Caucasus
Russia has opted for authoritarian local leaders, rather than risk losing control of its southern frontier.
Afghanistan: Praise for New Civic Group in Helmand
Organisation says it avoid politics and just wants to get things done.
Bosnia: "Enemy Combatants" Who Saved Each Other
How a Bosniak soldier found himself captor of a Serb who had helped him, and went the extra mile to return the favour.
Ugandan Leader Lashes Out at ICC
Was President Museveni expressing genuine African resentment of the court, or just manoeuvring to position himself as regional leader?
Kenya's Forgotten IDPs
Thousands of people displaced by 2007-08 electoral violence are still waiting for help.
Tajik Migrants Ill-Prepared for Work in Russia
Poor grasp of Russian leaves younger migrants unable to fend for themselves.
Mladic Defence Objects to Prosecution's Maps
Lawyer says maps of Srebrenica area seek to turn accusations into proven facts.
Prosecutors Argue Against Cutting Karadzic Indictment
Enough evidence available for tribunal to consider charge of genocide in seven municipalities, they say.
Caucasus Connection to Boston Bombs
Attackers identified as Chechens from Russian North Caucasus, though their motives remain unclear.
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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.