Russian Soldier Sentenced for Brutal Treatment of Civilians and Looting
Officer shot and wounded two Ukrainian men and ordered various premises robbed.
Nagorny Karabakh: The Consequences of International Inaction
The absence of progress in outside mediation has been crucial in spurring Azerbaijan’s military option.
Tuesday, 3 October ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Nagorny Karabakh’s Uncertain Future
Despite Baku’s messages of reassurance, many locals fear campaign of ethnic cleansing.
Yahidne: Court Hears Villagers’ Testimony
Nearly 400 civilians were crammed into a cellar and used as “human shields” by the Russian forces.
Justice Processes in Chernihiv
Pre-trial investigations are currently ongoing into some 250 war crimes proceedings.
Tuesday, 26 September ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Nagorny Karabakh Conflict Sparks Political Crisis in Armenia
Rallies called on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to resign, but the opposition provides no real alternative.
“Yesterday We Struggled to Find Bread, Today We Are Struggling to Live”
Hundreds of people have been killed or injured and thousands displaced following Azerbaijan's military action.
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Global Voices: Europe/Eurasia
Highlights from IWPR’s Central Asia network of analysis and investigations.
In Kazakstan, ArcelorMittal Temirtau, the country's largest mining company, enjoyed state support for decades. But the death of 46 miners in October brought this backing to an end. Meanwhile, in Uzbekistan, Tajik nationals serving sentences on espionage charges in Uzbek prisons ask for a review of their cases.
Elsewhere, CABAR gets a unique insight into two of the eight Catholic nunneries still operating in northern Kazakstan.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.