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Kazakstan’s Eco-settlers: Turning Barren Land Into Forest
A group seeking an alternative way of life started planting trees; two decades on, they have created an oasis.
Yahidne: “Let the World Know”
Hundreds of villagers were crammed into a cellar to serve as “human shields” for the Russian forces.
War Crimes in Crimea
Despite lack of active hostilities, Ukraine continues to seek judgements in international courts over alleged offences.
Tuesday, 15 August ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Azerbaijan: Opposition Figure Remains in Detention
Economist had announced launch of UK-based education fund before his arrest.
Stripped Naked, Beaten and Threatened with Death
Man's arms, legs and fingers were broken, and his internal organs damaged, in five-hour long assault.
Georgia Set to Ban Commercial Surrogacy
A draft law will strictly regulate the sector, prohibiting foreign couples from accessing services.
The International Centre for Prosecution for the Crime of Aggression Against Ukraine
Prosecutors from different countries will be able to exchange evidence and agree joint strategy.
Tuesday, 8 August ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
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Kenya: Women Bearing the Brunt of Climate Change
An ongoing drought has served to amplify historic gender inequalities in arid areas of the country.
Philippines: Single Mothers Continue to Fight Stigma
The notion of family is still strongly influenced by rigid norms in this conservative nation.
Ukraine: War Teens
The lives of hundreds of thousands of young people have been shaped by Russia’s confrontation with Ukraine.
Will We See a Sovereign Central Asia?
As Moscow’s grip falters the region is seeing intriguing moves towards collective agreement and integration.
“Justice is Costly, but Also Priceless.”
Head of Nobel peace prize winning NGO tells IWPR that Ukraine must win a “fundamental battle of values”.
Cuba’s LGTBI Community Demands Change
Although discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation is illegal, the reality is different.