Caucasus

South Ossetians Caught Between Two Presidents

Fear and confusion among South Ossetians as they are courted by new pro-Georgian leader.

Headscarves Provoke Bitter Controversy

Religious young women risk problems if they choose to wear Islamic clothing.

British Presence Mars Independence Celebration

History runs deep as Afghans commemorate victory over the British 88 years ago, and Helmand residents ponder the irony of British troops patrolling their province again.

Images of Religion in Azerbaijan

Chechen Massacre Survivors See Justice

Villagers welcome “unprecedented” verdict from European Court of Human Rights.

Georgia: Meskhetian Turks Closer to Return

New draft law guarantees return of deported people to Georgia but promises no help with resettlement.

Georgia's Minorities Face University Barrier

Most ethnic Armenians going on to higher education end up studying in other countries.

Bread Price Discontent In Azerbaijan

Critics say the government is not doing enough to protect people from the rising cost of a basic essential.

Abductions Inflame Ingush-Ossetian Relations

Disappearance of two Ingush men spawns multiple theories and recriminations.

Georgian Patriots Camp Sparks Controversy

Inside Georgia’s youth camp on the de facto border with Abkhazia.