Kyrgyzstan: Fears for Missing Activist
Rumours are rife that the disappearance is linked to the long-time human rights defender’s criticism of President Akaev.
Rumours are rife that the disappearance is linked to the long-time human rights defender’s criticism of President Akaev.
Uzbekistan appoints a civilian defence minister as part of sweeping military reforms
Dodgy deals and smuggling rings continue to grab front-page headlines in Croatia. Now Marko Milosevic, son of the Yugoslav president, is in the frame.
The supreme legislative body votes not to discuss presidential elections until 2009, despite hints from the Turkmen leader that he might not stay on forever.
Townspeople fondly recall former occupation by Ukrainian soldiers, whom they describe as simple and friendly.
It is in the interests of both Russia and the European Union to solve a problem knocking at both their doors.
Isolationist regime sacks thousands of professionals for being educated outside the country.
The Armenian police say the country's drug problem is under control, although luck may have a lot to do with it.
Moscow's neighbours are angered by its moves to integrate breakaway republics into the Russian Federation
Southern Serbia has become a key hub for criminals trafficking women through the Balkans