For Russia, the pen seems as mighty as the drone in Ukraine Captive journalists treated as dangerous political dissidents in violation of Geneva Convention. Natalia Gryvnyak Mar 29, 2024
Perspectives: Alexei Navalny’s legacy rooted firmly in intelligentsia traditions The martyr’s rule begins. Igor Torbakov Mar 26, 2024
Rights watchdog group details how Russia stifles dissent on Ukraine war Legitimate criticism equals terrorism. Feb 20, 2024
Russian “foreign agents” hold congress in Berlin, strive to politically organize They issue a declaration calling for regime change, but thin on details. Vitaly Bovar Feb 6, 2024
Perspectives | “Russia is going to wake up to a very difficult reality” A Q&A with Georgian author Tinatin Japaridze on history, trauma and collective guilt. Oct 20, 2023
Perspectives: “We have common traumas, but no common memory” Decolonization activism is on the rise in what Russia considers its traditional backyard Barbara von Ow-Freytag Aug 16, 2023
Kyrgyzstan: As Russia’s appeal fades for laborers, British farms call Labor shortages caused by Brexit have lead to a surge in worker quotas. Yan Matusevich Jun 22, 2023
Russian journalist: Ukrainians are confident of final victory Ten-day tour reveals that Ukrainian national identity is stronger than ever. May 9, 2023
Tajiks skeptical about government earthquake plans Authorities have responded to public fears by forming a committee to oversee existing committees. Sher Khashimov Feb 23, 2023
Azerbaijan's borders remain shut three years after pandemic began The deaths of four Azerbaijani students in the Turkey quakes have fueled frustration. Heydar Isayev Feb 17, 2023
South Caucasus residents ponder earthquake risks Following the devastating quakes in Turkey, residents of Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia are wondering how safe their cities are. Heydar Isayev, Arshaluis Mgdesyan Feb 15, 2023
Turkmenistan: A shore bet Tightening internet controls as families desperately try to reach loved ones in Turkey, bogus economic performance figures, and Berdymukhamedov the elder visits the Gulf. Our weekly Turkmenistan briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Feb 14, 2023
EurasiaChat: Central Asians live in Turkish buildings Plus: Valentine’s Day is just one challenge to dating in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Aigerim Toleukhanova, Alisher Khamidov Feb 13, 2023
Caucasus earthquake diplomacy tied up in regional politics Armenia’s aid efforts to Turkey, in particular, were closely scrutinized. Joshua Kucera Feb 8, 2023