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Business Hurt by Anti-Pollution Drive in North Afghan City
But officials claim success in creating greener, cleaner urban environment.
Afghanistan: IWPR Film Tackles Past Atrocities
Documentary helps some come to terms with the past, and younger audience to find out more about it.
Tunisia's Chaotic Transition
Revolution has proved more successful than in other countries, but it is far from over.
More Election Turmoil in South Ossetia
Front-runner says authorities have “deceived” opposition over compromise allowing rerun of presidential ballot.
Armenian Migrants in Modern-Day Serfdom
Unsuspecting workers trapped into forced labour.
Fears of Divisive Conflict Grow in Syria
Talk of sectarian and ethnic schisms isn’t just regime propaganda, observers say.
Taleban Fighters Divided on Peace Talks
In eastern province, some insurgents are ready to stop fighting.
Lost in Translation: Iraqi Jitters at "Iran Domination" Quote
Despite Iranian insistence that official’s remarks were twisted, merest suggestion of external influence stirs controversy in Iraq.
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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.