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May 29, 2023
Civil Society The Biggest Casualty Of Crackdowns In Tajikistan And Uzbekistan's Autonomous Regions

Last year, security forces in Uzbekistan and Tajikistan used lethal force to suppress unrest in their respective autonomous regions. Dozens of people were killed, and hundreds arrested. But experts say the biggest victim may prove to be what remains of civil society in both countries.

May 29, 2023
High Schoolers' 'Last Dance' Becomes Symbol Of Blockaded Karabakh Armenians

Amid fears for the future of ethnic Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh, two teenagers have become a symbol of resolve as bitter political talks over the region continue.
May 29, 2023
Wider Europe Briefing: A Key European Summit In Moldova; And Why It's So Hard To Seize Russian Assets

I'm RFE/RL Europe Editor Rikard Jozwiak, and this week I'm drilling down on two major issues: the upcoming European Political Community summit in Moldova and the difficulties facing the EU in seizing or using Russian frozen assets.
May 29, 2023
Live Briefing: Russia Invades Ukraine

RFE/RL's Ukraine Live Briefing gives you the latest developments on Russia's ongoing invasion, Western military aid, global reaction, and the plight of civilians. The Live Briefing presents the latest developments and analysis, updated throughout the day.
May 28, 2023
In Georgia, If You Want To Hear The Ruling Party's Talking Points, Just Go To Church

The Georgian Orthodox Church is the most influential conservative force in the country -- anti-gay, anti-drug, and seemingly equivocating on the Ukraine war. The church often finds itself in lockstep with Georgia's ruling party.
May 28, 2023
Along Ukraine's Border, Fear, Suspicion, Exhaustion Seep Into A Russian Region

People in Russia's Belgorod border region have been at the forefront of Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine since the very beginning. Nerves were already fraying even before last week's cross-border raid by militants aligned with Ukraine’s government.
May 27, 2023
A Quick Ukrainian Defeat Of Russia Lessens Chances Of 'Black Swan Event,' Argues Former Military Adviser To Ukraine

The sooner Ukraine defeats Russia on the battlefield, the less likely there is the risk of a so-called black swan event “such as a tactical nuclear weapon used by Russia,” says Dan Rice, a former special adviser to the head of Ukraine’s armed forces, in an interview with RFE/RL’s Georgian Service.
May 27, 2023
Case Of Koran Burning In Russia Called A 'Cynical Provocation.' But By Whom?

A teenager in the southern Russian city of Volgograd allegedly burned a Koran near a mosque. Authorities soon took the odd step of transferring the case to the Muslim-majority region of Chechnya -- a move some believe is a bid to boost the Kremlin's narrative of a war against a "satanic West."
May 27, 2023
'Hold My Hand, Dad': Bulgarian Portrait Series Strikes A Chord

A photographer who asked fathers and their adult sons to link hands says the overwhelming response to the project has inspired him to take it international.
May 26, 2023
Iran's Hard-Liners Blast Tougher Proposed Hijab Legislation -- As Too Lenient

The Iranian government has submitted a draft bill to parliament that calls for tougher measures against women who do not observe the Islamic dress code in public. But the proposed legislation has angered hard-liners who say the bill does not go far enough.
May 26, 2023
Consider The Porcupine: Western Officials Struggle To Find A New Security Model For Ukraine

It’s called the “porcupine” or “Israel” model: Supply enough weaponry to turn Ukraine’s military into an armed force so powerful and prickly that Russia wouldn’t want to attack it. In return? NATO membership would be back-burnered. It’s an idea gaining traction in some NATO meeting rooms.
May 26, 2023
The Azadi Briefing: Deadly Floods Hit Afghanistan

The latest floods are likely to exacerbate the devastating economic and humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, where millions are on the verge of starvation.

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Monday 29 May 2023

Civil Society The Biggest Casualty Of Crackdowns In Tajikistan And Uzbekistan's Autonomous Regions

High Schoolers' 'Last Dance' Becomes Symbol Of Blockaded Karabakh Armenians

Wider Europe Briefing: A Key European Summit In Moldova; And Why It's So Hard To Seize Russian Assets

Live Briefing: Russia Invades Ukraine

In Georgia, If You Want To Hear The Ruling Party's Talking Points, Just Go To Church

Along Ukraine's Border, Fear, Suspicion, Exhaustion Seep Into A Russian Region

A Quick Ukrainian Defeat Of Russia Lessens Chances Of 'Black Swan Event,' Argues Former Military Adviser To Ukraine

Case Of Koran Burning In Russia Called A 'Cynical Provocation.' But By Whom?

'Hold My Hand, Dad': Bulgarian Portrait Series Strikes A Chord

Iran's Hard-Liners Blast Tougher Proposed Hijab Legislation -- As Too Lenient

Consider The Porcupine: Western Officials Struggle To Find A New Security Model For Ukraine

The Azadi Briefing: Deadly Floods Hit Afghanistan

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Ethnic Serbs Clash With Security Forces In Northern Kosovo

Civil Society The Biggest Casualty Of Crackdowns In Tajikistan And Uzbekistan's Autonomous Regions

Ukrainian Medics Treating Soldiers Near Bakhmut Say High Morale Is Crucial

High Schoolers' 'Last Dance' Becomes Symbol Of Blockaded Karabakh Armenians

Afghan Singer Arrested For Putting Taliban Verses To Music

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A Quick Ukrainian Defeat Of Russia Lessens Chances Of 'Black Swan Event,' Argues Former Military Adviser To Ukraine

Interview: The 'War Of Clans For Putin's Throne Has Begun'

Consider The Porcupine: Western Officials Struggle To Find A New Security Model For Ukraine

'We're Moving Forward': Ukrainian Artillery Still Targeting Russian Positions Near Bakhmut

Three Russian Regions Attacked By Ukrainian Forces, Governors Say

Along Ukraine's Border, Fear, Suspicion, Exhaustion Seep Into A Russian Region

Russia Thwarts Drone Attack On Krasnodar Oil Refinery, Officials Say

Russia Cancels Air Show For The First Time In Decades

Wagner Chief Prigozhin Says Russia's Plan To 'Demilitarize' Ukraine Has Failed

Air Defense: Ukraine Parries As Russia Seeks To Slow Counteroffensive With New Surge Of Attacks

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Monday 29 May 2023

Civil Society The Biggest Casualty Of Crackdowns In Tajikistan And Uzbekistan's Autonomous Regions

High Schoolers' 'Last Dance' Becomes Symbol Of Blockaded Karabakh Armenians

Wider Europe Briefing: A Key European Summit In Moldova; And Why It's So Hard To Seize Russian Assets

Live Briefing: Russia Invades Ukraine

In Georgia, If You Want To Hear The Ruling Party's Talking Points, Just Go To Church

Along Ukraine's Border, Fear, Suspicion, Exhaustion Seep Into A Russian Region

A Quick Ukrainian Defeat Of Russia Lessens Chances Of 'Black Swan Event,' Argues Former Military Adviser To Ukraine

Case Of Koran Burning In Russia Called A 'Cynical Provocation.' But By Whom?

'Hold My Hand, Dad': Bulgarian Portrait Series Strikes A Chord

Iran's Hard-Liners Blast Tougher Proposed Hijab Legislation -- As Too Lenient

Consider The Porcupine: Western Officials Struggle To Find A New Security Model For Ukraine

The Azadi Briefing: Deadly Floods Hit Afghanistan

Editors' Picks

Ethnic Serbs Clash With Security Forces In Northern Kosovo

Civil Society The Biggest Casualty Of Crackdowns In Tajikistan And Uzbekistan's Autonomous Regions

Ukrainian Medics Treating Soldiers Near Bakhmut Say High Morale Is Crucial

High Schoolers' 'Last Dance' Becomes Symbol Of Blockaded Karabakh Armenians

Afghan Singer Arrested For Putting Taliban Verses To Music

Top Trending

A Quick Ukrainian Defeat Of Russia Lessens Chances Of 'Black Swan Event,' Argues Former Military Adviser To Ukraine

Interview: The 'War Of Clans For Putin's Throne Has Begun'

Consider The Porcupine: Western Officials Struggle To Find A New Security Model For Ukraine

'We're Moving Forward': Ukrainian Artillery Still Targeting Russian Positions Near Bakhmut

Three Russian Regions Attacked By Ukrainian Forces, Governors Say

Along Ukraine's Border, Fear, Suspicion, Exhaustion Seep Into A Russian Region

Russia Thwarts Drone Attack On Krasnodar Oil Refinery, Officials Say

Russia Cancels Air Show For The First Time In Decades

Wagner Chief Prigozhin Says Russia's Plan To 'Demilitarize' Ukraine Has Failed

Air Defense: Ukraine Parries As Russia Seeks To Slow Counteroffensive With New Surge Of Attacks

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