Armenia Joins ICC, Angers Moscow
The move has widened the rift with the Kremlin, but Yerevan stated that its motivation was its national security vis-à-vis Azerbaijan.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Nagorny Karabakh’s Armenians Struggle to Cope with Displacement
Tens of thousands of refugees are sheltered in centres across Armenia and face economic and psychological hurdles.
Exchanged Russian Pilot Sentenced in Absentia for Killing Civilian
Crime took place after fighter jet downed in Chernihiv in March 2022.
Tracking Down Truth in Ukraine
NGO has identified over 200 alleged criminals since 2014 as part of efforts to monitor, document and investigate IHL violations.
Tuesday, 7 November ‘23
This week’s overview of key events and links to essential reading.
Kupiansk: Fireworks in the Rain
Eastern town sees a third wave of departures, as even the most stalwart residents see little future there.
Central Asia Fears Israel-Gaza War Could Fuel Radicalisation
There are concerns that Russian disinformation and extremist groups may instrumentalise the conflict.
Ukraine Frets Over Media’s New Focus on Middle East
“It will be harder to fight for attention; and without attention, there will be no weapons.”
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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.