Kazak Authorities Reluctant to Allow Public Protests

Concerns that rights to free assembly are under threat as Almaty protesters are told they can gather, but only if they do so well away from the city centre.

Turkmenbashi Boosted by Moscow Deal

Energy and security agreement will benefit both countries - but has worrying implications for Turkmen opposition figures living in Russia.

Kyrgyz Police Prepare for Election Unrest

Opposition says special training for police is intended to crush legitimate protest.

Armenia Concerned at Caucasus Arms Race

Could dissolution of CFE treaty herald outbreak of conflict in the Caucasus?

The Exodus to Lviv

Civil society mobilises as western city becomes a hub for those displaced by the war.

Putin Mediates Azeri-Armenian Talks

Sochi meeting comes amid rising tensions and worst violence in two decades.

In Crimea, It's All Back to Front

Tajik Protest Plan Squashed Before it Starts

Authorities denounce opposition group and take down websites after internet appeal for street demos.