Regime

Bustling Arua Faces Uncertain Future

Town on border between Uganda and Sudan enjoying something of a boom, but there could be trouble ahead.

25 Nov 10

11 Aug 10

Georgian constitutional changes raise fears among opposition, who suspect president may be trying to emulate Putin.

24 May 10

Province stages one-day strike for first time as national opposition leaders express support for minority.

24 May 10

Leading political analyst Mars Sariev dismisses rumours that Moscow backed the revolt that ousted Kurmanbek Bakiev as president.

23 Apr 10

Debate rages over Iran’s intentions in Iraq as it moves to eclipse American influence. By Neil Arun in Erbil and Abeer Mohammed in Baghdad

10 Apr 10

10 Apr 10

Despite progress, people doubt the government’s boast on corruption fight. By Ana Kandelaki in Tbilisi

13 Mar 10

As western officials court Syria, human rights appear low on the agenda.

5 Mar 10

10 Feb 10

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