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Georgia Needs A Different Path To Democracy

For the sake of Georgia's continued political and social development, and its international reputation, both the government and the opposition need to commit themselves to the kind of normal political dialogue that characterizes a functioning, stable democracy. More

 
 
 
 

Popular Russian Ballet Dancer Dies

Prominent Russian ballet star Yekaterina Maksimova has died in Moscow at the age of 70. Maksimova was very popular in Russia and former Soviet republics for decades, where many described her as the most gracious ballet dancer in the country. More

 
 

Threats Persist for RFE/RL on World Press Freedom Day

As the world celebrates World Press Freedom Day, RFE/RL journalists continue to risk their lives to bring uncensored news and information to many of the most closed societies on earth. More
 
 
 
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Pollution In Central Asia's Longest River
Central Asia's longest river, the Syr Darya, is so contaminated by the time it reaches the Kazakh province of Kyzyl-Orda that it is unsuitable for drinking and irrigation. And the situation could have repercussions throughout the region.