Global Voices by Topics
Georgia’s Health Diplomacy
A medical support programme aims to heal wounds between Abkhazians and Georgians.
Belarusians in Ukraine Help Their Adopted Home
Tens of thousands fled over the border after the disputed 2020 elections. Now, many are volunteering to help the war effort.
Odesa Faces Grave Threats From Air and Sea
Although Russia’s plans to swiftly take the region failed, the coast remains highly vulnerable.
Ukraine: The Fight for the “Dead Cities”
In eastern Ukraine, Zelensky calls for long-range weapons to contain the Russian advantage in artillery and airpower.
Belarus’ Crackdown on Media Continues
Regime uses accusations of extremism to silence dissenting voices – and intimidate news consumers.
Georgia Nationalises Iconic Mineral Water Due to Russian Sanctions
The instantly-recognisable brand has become a collateral victim of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Occupied Energodar, as Quiet as a Graveyard
The city, home to Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, fell into Russian hands on March 4, and it is now impossible to leave.
Ukraine: Businesses Relocate to Safer West
With government help, hundreds of strategic enterprises have moved to the safer west of the country. Smaller businesses, however, have to fend for themselves.
Analysis: Intelligence Report Warns of “Absolute Inequality” on the Battlefield
“By not providing missile defence systems in sufficient quantities, the West will make a historic mistake that will cost hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian lives.”
Global Voices
Editor's Picks
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.