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IWPR Journalist Shortlisted for Prize
Azerbaijani reporter hailed for courage in highlighting human rights issues despite repeated threats.
IWPR Report Prompts Policy Shift on Returning Iraqis
Funds to become more readily available after story on concerns of Iraqis living in Syria.
Dam Projects Face Resistance in Georgia
Officials say hydroelectric schemes vital to economic development, but critics argue environmental and human costs are too high.
Janaozen Still a Live Issue in Kazakstan
Europarliament member describes meetings with oil town residents, and how the Kazak authorities are responding in the aftermath of violence.
Azerbaijan Town Kicks Out Mayor
Riot police called in as thousands mark displeasure with local leader.
Abkhaz Election Going Ahead Despite Attack on President
President Ankvab escaped unscathed from the latest in a series of attempts to kill him.
Former Dutch Soldier Told to Hand Over Notes
Radovan Karadzic requested notes after witness gave testimony in November.
Serb Soldier's Life "Ruined" by Srebrenica Killings
Prosecution witness describes how Bosniak prisoners were lined up and shot – 70 of them by him.
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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.