NEWS: 11 Sep 08 | Caucasus Reporting Service 459 until 2 Oct 08 | Caucasus Reporting Service 462

2 Oct 08 Caucasus Reporting Service 462

Azerbaijan's Underwhelming Election
The only threat facing President Ilham Aliev is a possible low turnout on election-day. By Boyukaga Agayev in Baku (CRS 462 02-Oct-08)
EU Georgia Mission Doubts
Experts say observing mission’s mandate is still unclear. By Dmitry Avaliani in Tbilisi (CRS No. 462 02-Oct-08)

Project Highlights
CCJN and the Recent Conflict
During the recent Georgian conflict, CCJN journalists provided unique insights and analysis. (30-Sep-08)


25 Sep 08 Caucasus Reporting Service 461

Georgia: Conflict Toll Confusion
Lengthy list of missing in action suggests official death toll may be under-estimated. By Natia Kuprashvili in Tbilisi (CRS 461, 25-Sep-08)
Armenia Strives to Maintain Balanced Foreign Policy
Yerevan to host NATO exercises as it chairs Russian-backed security body. By Ara Tadevosian in Yerevan (CRS 461, 25-Sep-08)
Springs of Hope for Azeri Villagers
New project enables frontline villagers to get water closer to home. By Mina Muradova in Ayridara (CRS 461, 25-Sep-08)


17 Sep 08 Caucasus Reporting Service 460

Georgia Counts Economic Cost
Worries that the government is underestimating the scale of the damage. By Tamara Khorbaladze in Tbilisi (CRS No. 460, 17-Sep-08)
Armenia in New TV Controversy
Opposition station hopes Council of Europe will fight for its right to broadcast. By Gegham Vardanian in Yerevan (CRS No. 460, 17-Sep-08)

Project Highlights
Caucasus: Aug ‘08
IWPR journalists witness aftermath of fighting and speak to refugees. By IWPR staff (22-Sep-08)

Reporting Impact
Caucasus: Aug ‘08
IWPR helps to break media blackout during Georgia’s conflict with Russia. By IWPR staff (22-Sep-08)


11 Sep 08 Caucasus Reporting Service 459

Turkey, Armenia In Groundbreaking Football Diplomacy
Turkish leader’s unprecedented visit to Yerevan raises hopes of better relations, but worries conservatives in Azerbaijan as well as Armenia. By Tatul Hakobian in Yerevan (CRS No. 459, 11-Sep-08)
Karabakhis’ Renewed Independence Hopes
Local politicians say goal of international recognition should be pursued more strongly in wake of Georgian war. By Karine Ohanian in Stepanakert (CRS No. 459, 11-Sep-08)
Abkhazia Seeks International Support
Following recognition by Moscow, Abkhaz leadership to seek full international acceptance. By Inal Khashig in Sukhum (CRS No. 459, 11-Sep-08)
Georgian Villagers Relieved as Abkhaz Withdraw
But now they must count the cost of a month-long occupation. By Irakli Lagvilava in Ganmukhuri (CRS No. 459, 11-Sep-08)

NEWS: 29 Nov 07 | Caucasus Reporting Service 421

Beslan Surgeon in Legal Fight
Doctor says his detention and suspension followed criticism of North Ossetian authorities. By Anton Zurabov in Beslan (CRS No. 421 29-Nov-07)
TV at Heart of Georgian Crisis
Fate of opposition television station is subject of intense political haggling. By Eka Kvesitadze in Tbilisi (CRS No. 421 29-Nov-07)
Azeri Defence Spending Under Fire
Big increase in defence expenditure allegedly failed to lift soldiers out of poverty. By Rashid Suleimanov in Baku (CRS No. 421 29-Nov-07)

South Ossetia Mission: Travel Notes
To be honest, I thought personal reasons would prevent me from taking part in this trip to South Ossetia. But things turned out right after all, and there I was freezing at Minvody airport together with Olga Metreveli, waiting for our plane, which had been delayed. Marshenkulova Marina, 27-Nov-07
Outcry at Azerbaijani Editor Arrest
Observers say hooliganism charge against opposition editor is politically motivated. Abbasov Idrak, 22-Nov-07
Saakashvili Woos the People
Embattled Georgian president appoints new prime minister and promises social welfare reforms. Avaliani Dimitry, 22-Nov-07
Black Sea News Blackout in Ajaria
Deprived of proper information, Ajaria is rife with rumour and suspicion.Turadze Eteri, 15-Nov-07