Two Opposition Leaders Arrested in Azerbaijan
Allies say they are being framed for spontaneous protest by exasperated residents of provincial town.
5 Feb 13
Caucasus
Armenia Reforms Disability Rules
Radical change will encourage disabled people to work if they can, but some experts fear new system could prove as unfair as its predecessor.
4 Feb 13
Giant of Azerbaijani Cinema Under Fire
Campaign appears designed to discredit major figure who has emerged as regime critic, but could backfire given his international stature.
1 Feb 13
Storm Damage Payments Divide East Georgia
Prime minister’s charity group accused of making selective compensation awards.
28 Jan 13
Clear Election Run for Armenian President
Incumbent faces seven challengers, but there is little doubt who will win.
28 Jan 13
Armenian Prisoners in Extreme Protests
Human rights defenders say convicts driven to desperation by poor conditions and unheeding officials.
26 Jan 13
Local Grievances Spark Protests in Azerbaijan
Riots in small town of Ismayilli after street fight escalates.
25 Jan 13
Georgian Businessmen Fight for "Stolen" Property
Last government accused of wrongful seizures of business assets.
22 Jan 13
Azeri Anger Roused by Soldier's Death
Government forced to respond to strength of public feeling after young conscript dies.
18 Jan 13
Wheelchair Users Find Doors Closed in Armenia
Access facilities almost non-existent outside the capital.
18 Jan 13
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