IWPR
Institute for War & Peace Reporting
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Syria Clamps Down on Private TV
Foreign-based Syrian satellite channels hamstrung by official action.
9 Sep 09
Fitness Classes Hits Kyrgyz Traditional South
The latest aerobics craze in the southern Batken region has caused a stir in a part of Kyrgyzstan where this kind of energetic dancing is not encouraged among women.
9 Sep 09
Medical Students Protest at Poor Conditions
Around 200 would-be doctors in Osh have staged a demonstration to air their concerns that the buildings used for tuition are inadequate.
9 Sep 09
Survivors Wary of Rapprochement
Armenians, recalling killings, oppose peace talks with Turkey.
8 Sep 09
Sexual Assault Within Family Kyrgyzstan's Biggest Taboo
Tolerance of sexual violence in the family and lack of awareness about rights make it difficult to protect such victims.
8 Sep 09
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