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Armenia's Oscar Entry Enrages Azerbaijan
Film set out to portray humanity triumphant, but with Karabakh as backdrop, controversy was bound to follow.
Afghanistan's Competitive Pilgrims
After the spiritual experience of visiting Mecca, returning pilgrims are expected to host festivities for friends and relatives.
Serbian Fury at Haradinaj Verdict
As Kosovo leaders suggest wartime commander’s acquittal absolves their side from guilt, Serbian politicians say it will make reconciliation that much harder.
Uganda: Desperate Mothers Dope Own Children
Young women leave children sedated at home so they can go out and work in sex trade.
Armenia: Subsidised Mortgages Still Too Costly for Most
Officials say reduced-rate loans are the best the government can do to help first-time buyers at the moment.
Disputed Ownership of Afghan Site Used by NATO
Officials say local men claimed rights over land because they knew it was prime real estate.
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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.