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Who's Heard of Hissène Habré?
Former leader of Chad has escaped prosecution for years, but wheels of justice are now slowly turning.
Tajikistan Lifts Facebook Block
Social networking site was among several blocked following article predicting president’s removal.
Syria: Idlib is "New Baba Amr"
Activist says world seems to have forgotten about Syria’s plight.
Afghans Dispute NATO Casualty Figures
No meeting of minds at conference to discuss deaths and injuries caused by NATO and Taleban.
Taleban Backlash Feared After Shooting Rampage
Kandahar shootings only worsen negative views of foreign troop presence.
Kandahar Killings Stir Anti-American Fury
While US soldier’s rampage will provoke bigger anti-American protests than before, it is still unlikely to derail Kabul’s relations with Washington.
Prosecutors Seek 28-Year Jail Term for Seselj
Long sentence merited by defendant’s “campaign of hatred” and lack of remorse.
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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.