Russian 'Imperialism' Threatens
Moscow's neighbours are angered by its moves to integrate breakaway republics into the Russian Federation
17 Jun 01
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Comment: New Round of Fighting Feared in Macedonia
Fresh conflict could erupt this spring if hard line Macedonian politicians unleash well-armed special forces against the country's Albanian community.
8 Feb 02
Mafia Fuels Balkans Turmoil
Organised crime at every level of Balkan society prevents true entrepreneurship and the emergence of civil society.
6 Sep 05
Afghans Continue to Flee
A lasting peace may be the only way of stemming the flood of Afghan asylum seekers.
3 Mar 05
Armenia Escapes Drugs Epidemic
The Armenian police say the country's drug problem is under control, although luck may have a lot to do with it.
23 May 02
Georgia-Russia Flights Start - But No Thaw Yet
Doubts expressed over limited aviation link following 2008 war.
8 Jan 10
Turkmen Students Flee Abroad
Endless propaganda and bribes to pass exams are just two of the disincentives to going to university in Turkmenistan.
29 Jul 06
Azerbaijan Seeks New Energy Partners
A steep rise in Russian gas prices is making Azerbaijan and its South Caucasian neighbours look for new energy sources.
7 Jan 06
Uzbek Authorities Move Against Top Photographer
Rights groups ridicule suggestions that Umida Ahmedova’s images libel Uzbek nation as a whole.
2 Feb 10
Turkmenistan: No to Foreign Education
Isolationist regime sacks thousands of professionals for being educated outside the country.
21 Feb 05
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