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Violence Mars Georgia's Election Season
Landmark vote comes four years after the country’s first peaceful transfer of power following independence.
Repressed Peoples Demand Justice
The legacy of Stalin's deportations continues to divide communities in the North Caucasus
Caspian Power Struggle
The flare-up of tension between Tehran and Baku is not only about oil.
Georgian Winemakers Look to Russian Drinkers
Six years on from blanket ban, Moscow is wondering whether wine from its southern neighbour might not be so bad after all.
Georgian Mine Digs Deep For Survival
The Georgian government is giving an ageing industrial giant one last chance – to the fury of competitors
Unquiet Peace Holds on Azeri-Armenian Lines
Russian leader’s solo mediation attempt seems to have worked.
Kyrgyzstan Follows Russia Backwards on NGO Rights
Moves to curb groups seen as too "political" reflect growing influence of Moscow.
Uzbekistan Increases Penalties for Animal Cruelty
Activists say that public awareness of humane treatment is growing.
IWPR International Women's Day Journalist of the Year
Prize to honour contributors, beneficiaries and partners working in often challenging environments.