Talks Snarled on Interim Status
Moscow meeting leaves sides no closer and many questions unanswered.
27 Jul 09
Russia
Ex-Bosnian Envoy Questioned Over Alleged Arms Supplies
He denies knowledge of specific weapons deliveries and payment to Iran but acknowledges use of foreign fighters.
21 Jul 09
Azeri Visit to Karabakh Sparks Row
War of words breaks out as public relations exercise by Baku representatives goes wrong.
17 Jul 09
Georgian Bid to Boost Economy Under Scrutiny
Few experts share government hopes that new enterprise region will help alleviate economic woes.
17 Jul 09
Corrupt Police Prey on Travellers
IWPR reporter describes how a journey through southern Russia turned out to be more expensive than he’d bargained for.
10 Jul 09
Kyrgyz Abandon Passports Along With Country
Population loss has serious implications for Kyrgyzstan’s future, say experts.
8 Jul 09
Kazaks Agree to Joint WTO Approach
Almaty wants to use customs union to break down Russian trade barriers, and then bid for WTO membership.
7 Jul 09
UN Withdrawal Leaves Border Georgians Fearful
Georgian minority in Abkhazia feels especially exposed now international monitor are packing their bags.
3 Jul 09
Kyrgyz Census Figures Overstated
Opposition concerned that latest population count includes people not living in Kyrgyzstan.
2 Jul 09
Local Tourists Desert Lakeside Resorts
Alina Kenjeeva reports from Lake Issykkul, which this year is seeing far fewer tourists than usual from the Kyrgyz capital Bishkek.
2 Jul 09
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