Abkhazia

Abkhazia Hit by Russian Crisis

Some economists say that being so tightly tied into the Russian economy could actually mitigate some of the worst effects.

High Expectations Placed on Abkhazia's New Leader

Raul Khajimba has committed himself to reforming the way Abkhazia is governed.

Turbulent Times in Abkhazia, South Ossetia

Abkhazia Takes Stock Ahead of Presidential Campaign

As opposition considers whether to field one candidate or several, many Abkhaz are alarmed at the precedent set by ousting leaders, even unpopular ones.

Unravelling Abkhazia's Protests

Demonstrators are driven by complex motives and differing agendas, but this is not a repeat of the Kiev revolution.

Veterans of Past Georgian Conflicts Feel Ignored

Georgia: Women Take Lead in Informal Peace-Building

Abkhazia Mulls Property Ownership Reform

Critics of an already cautious scheme warn that allowing outsiders to buy homes carries unseen risks.

Georgia: Strangers in Their Own Land

What was meant as temporary refuge has become home to people who fled Abkhazia two decades ago.

Georgians Agonise Over Sochi Olympics

Government faces resistance as it insists boycotting the games would be worse than going.