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February 26, 2010
Peace With Taliban Remains Elusive

Afghan government efforts to reconcile with moderate Taliban are already in motion, despite domestic opposition. But Kabul appears unprepared to provide the conditions insurgents want to see.

February 26, 2010
What's Next For Climate Debate?

Just two months ago, climate change dominated the news as the Copenhagen summit sought a new strategy against global warming. But after the summit's mixed results, the "Climategate" controversy, and the surprise resignation of the chief UN negotiator, the issue is mired in uncertainty.
February 25, 2010
As Armenian Capital Gets Face-Lift, Many Lose Their Homes

As the Armenian capital replaces its drab Soviet-era cityscape with sleek new shops, boutiques, and cafes, longtime city residents are being forced from their homes with little compensation.
February 24, 2010
Unloved But Unbowed, Ukraine's Viktor Yushchenko Leaves Office

Five years after Ukraine's Orange Revolution put him in power, Viktor Yushchenko is stepping down as president. Yushchenko overcame great odds to lead the country during a pivotal time in its history. But he leaves with Ukraine in economic crisis, and paralyzed by a bitter political standoff that has Ukrainians disillusioned and wondering what the Orange Revolution was all about.
February 24, 2010
No Fanfare For Turkmenistan's Greatest Musical Son

Nury Halmamedov, who died in 1983, would have been 70 years old today. But he remains alive in the hearts and music of the Turkmen people.
February 24, 2010
Leader Says South Ossetia 'Building Independence'

Eduard Kokoity, the leader of South Ossetia, has denied speculation that the breakaway Georgian region will merge into Russia. Kokoity sat down with RFE/RL to discuss the future of the region, work to rebuild its tattered infrastructure, and local politics.
February 23, 2010
Russian-Kyrgyz Relations Encounter A Chill

Relations between longtime allies Russia and Kyrgyzstan seemed as close as ever when Kyrgyz President Kurmanbek Bakiev announced that the U.S.-run, Manas air base outside Bishkek would be closed. But a year later, the two are in open disagreement.
February 23, 2010
Karzai's Takeover Of Afghan Election Watchdog Raises Concerns

A decree issued by Afghan President Hamid Karzai has raised concerns among Western diplomats that Karzai may be trying to prevent fraud rulings against his political allies in upcoming parliamentary elections.
February 23, 2010
Generals' Arrest Accelerates Turkey's Political Showdown

The showdown between the Islamist-rooted ruling party and Turkey's old secularist order has dramatically escalated with the detention of over 50 current and former military commanders.
February 22, 2010
EU Ministers Warn Belarus, Condemn Passport Theft In Dubai Killing

EU foreign ministers have issued another warning to Belarus over its treatment of ethnic Poles. At their scheduled monthly gathering, they also welcomed the election of Viktor Yanukovych as Ukraine's next president. And the EU's high representative for foreign policy, Catherine Ashton, was scrambled to defuse a potentially highly damaging row with Israel.
February 22, 2010
Tajik Islamic Party Puts Face-Lift To A Test

Following considerable effort to transform its image, Tajikistan's Islamic Renaissance Party enters the gate for upcoming elections determined to change the status quo.
February 21, 2010
Linguists Scramble To Save The World's Languages

When Doctor Gregory Anderson and Doctor K. David Harrison set off to a few remote Russian villages, they took only the bare essentials: toothbrushes, socks, and microphones, video cameras, and audio recorders.

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Friday 26 February 2010

Peace With Taliban Remains Elusive

What's Next For Climate Debate?

As Armenian Capital Gets Face-Lift, Many Lose Their Homes

Unloved But Unbowed, Ukraine's Viktor Yushchenko Leaves Office

No Fanfare For Turkmenistan's Greatest Musical Son

Leader Says South Ossetia 'Building Independence'

Russian-Kyrgyz Relations Encounter A Chill

Karzai's Takeover Of Afghan Election Watchdog Raises Concerns

Generals' Arrest Accelerates Turkey's Political Showdown

EU Ministers Warn Belarus, Condemn Passport Theft In Dubai Killing

Tajik Islamic Party Puts Face-Lift To A Test

Linguists Scramble To Save The World's Languages

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