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Iraqi Housing Crisis Beckons
Foreign investment needed to revive floundering social housing construction programme.
Trials of Ex-Dictators Under the Spotlight
What purpose do they serve and is there a danger of them turning into show trials?
Ossetians and Georgians Reach Across Front Line
Peace talks have got nowhere but some activists are trying to reforge links, saying this will eventually help resolve the conflict.
ICC Still Facing Rape Case Challenges
Campaigners say court has improved its record on prosecuting gender-based violence but obstacles to justice remain.
Has Younis Killing Weakened Libyan Rebels?
Opposition sympathisers acknowledge commander’s death was a setback but insist it has not affected morale.
Kenya Accused of Hampering ICC Outreach
Some believe court must bolster activities on the ground to counter politicisation of cases.
New Kenyan Justice Effort Meets Scepticism
Latest move to investigate post-election violence still raises questions about will to prosecute perpetrators.
Syrians Escaping to Jordan Tell of Suffering
Jordanian town provides refuge for Deraa residents fleeing crackdown by Syrian security forces.
Abuse Victims Still Waiting for Damages Payouts
Unpaid compensation awarded to victims of security service excesses prompts concern over government's commitment to criminalise torture.
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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.