Balkarian Town Reintroduces Censorship
In a bid to gag the independent media, the local authorities in Prokhladny have illegally established a so-called "Press Service" which has been charged with the censorship of mutinous newspapers
16 Jun 00
Caucasus
Georgia Demonises Chechen Refugees
Conditions for Chechen refugees sheltering in Georgia are rapidly deteriorating.
16 Jun 00
Kadyrov Steps into the Firing Line
Within two days of Akhmed Kadyrov being named as Moscow's mouthpiece in Chechnya, one of his closest supporters was assassinated in his home
16 Jun 00
Sixty Minutes Plays with Fire
Government attempts to gag a crusading TV programme spark widespread condemnation in Tbilisi. The president backs down. For the time being, at least.
9 Jun 00
Little Cause for Celebration
With each faction convinced that its superior wisdom and statecraft has won the day, a semblance of normality is returning to Karachaevo-Cherkessia
9 Jun 00
Fate of Chechen-Press Reporter Unknown
The Russians are questioning Chechen journalist Taisa Isaeva over her alleged involvement in two sensational kidnappings
9 Jun 00
Stars and Stripes Lure Young Kabardinians
Disillusioned young men in Kabardino-Balkaria are flocking to join the ranks of the security forces which promise them easy money and self-respect.
2 Jun 00
Fear and Loathing in Karachaevo-Cherkessia
Ethnic disputes between the Karachai and the Cherkess appear to be irreconcilable, raising concerns of new conflict in the North Caucasus.
2 Jun 00
Aggrieved Azerbaijan Could Turn to Moscow
Azerbaijan's rebuff from the Council of Europe is galling to Baku because neighbouring Armenia looks set to be accepted into the organisation's ranks.
2 Jun 00
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