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Political Killing Leaves Tunisia in Turmoil
As politicians argue about what to do next, Tunisians take to the streets in scenes reminiscent of spring 2011.
Georgia-Russia: Hostile Forever?
As new administration seeks thaw with Moscow, president’s people want pro-West, anti-Russia clauses written into constitution.
Afghanistan: 2014 Election Plans Seen as Flawed
President wants to recycle voter IDs used in previous, controversial elections.
Cuba: Political Detentions Treble in Last Three Years
Human Rights Day in December marked with surge of arrests.
Kenyan Disarmament Off-Target
Critics say government needs to get tough on illegally-held weapons in tense areas ahead of March elections.
ICC Pledge Meets Scepticism
Kenyan voters and legal experts have expressed their doubts following Prime Minster Raila Odinga’s promise to try to return The Hague cases for trial in Kenya.
Two Opposition Leaders Arrested in Azerbaijan
Allies say they are being framed for spontaneous protest by exasperated residents of provincial town.
Existential Fears in Afghanistan
Local experts say unchecked pressure from neighbours could fracture the state.
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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.