Weaponising Winter in the Transnistrian Region
Is Russia using precarious gas supplies as a tool of political and social pressure against Moldova?
Is Russia using precarious gas supplies as a tool of political and social pressure against Moldova?
The region has the highest per capita rate in the world of accidents due to unexploded ordnance.
The president claims a landslide victory, while his opponents say it lacks credibility.
Opposition activists see arrest of anti-government campaigner as culmination of campaign to cow them before the election.
Opponents of new regional grouping fear the effects of committing to Russian-dominated economic regulation.
Ex-premier Karim Masimov seen as loyal to the president, and as someone who can help refocus on China amid Russia worries.
Erdoğan’s win marks continuity in Turkish economic and political engagement with the region.
As villagers vote with their feet, life becomes increasingly unsustainable for those left behind.
Ambitious bid by little-known company to buy electricity distribution grid faltering, after major foreign stakeholder pulls out of deal.
Pro-government supporters and opposition activists hold rival demonstrations as tensions rise on eve of parliamentary ballot.