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Rape Case Highlights Flawed Police Investigations
Jyldyz Joroeva reports on a complex case in which police are accused of botching an investigation which resulted in a rape conviction.
12 Aug 09
Antenatal Health Programme Takes Off
Special antenatal classes are starting up across Kyrgyzstan as part of a government programme to teach mothers-to-be how to take better care of themselves.
11 Aug 09
Syrian Regime Tightens Grip on Dissenters
Critics say crackdown under way as human rights group leader held.
11 Aug 09
Abkhaz Opposition Fear Growing Russian Influence
Issue likely to dominate December elections, but in reality Abkhazia’s options constrained by dependence on Russia.
11 Aug 09
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