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Kyrgyzstan: Controversial NGO Law Passes
Government accused of shrinking space for civil society with onerous legislation.
Kyrgyz Authorities Under Fire After Turkish “Abduction”
Experts fear that circumstances surrounding man’s disappearance will tarnish Kyrgyzstan’s image.
Historic Protests Sweep Cuba
Security forces detain prominent opposition figures as peaceful demonstrators are dispersed.
Pro-European Party Poised to Win Moldova’s Elections
President’s party leading ahead of a vote that could alter the country’s political course.
Tblisi Pride Organisers Accuse Government of Incitement
Rally cancelled after scenes of mob violence by counter-protestors.
Ukraine Continues to Battle Nord Stream 2
Despite options for negotiating a possible compromise deal, Kyiv remains resolute in its opposition to the pipeline.
Georgia: Little Vaccine Support for the Elderly
Vulnerable and isolated older people appear left to fend for themselves.
Georgia’s Vaccine Efforts Struggle
With only 2.6 per cent of adults fully vaccinated, the country awaits promised doses.
Ukraine-Belarus Tensions Escalate
Diplomatic frictions fuel economic sanctions, with potentially damaging consequences.
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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.