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1 – 10 of 16Fear of being called up has driven men to leave Russia by multiple routes. Kazakhstan and Georgia are popular destinations, reached overland. States that traditionally provided…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB273758
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GEORGIA: Government in crisis ahead of polls
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES235436
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Former President Serzh Sargsyan (no relation) resigned as prime minister on April 23, five days after being appointed by parliament. His surprise decision followed days of…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB233407
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Nineteen opposition parties rejected the results of the October 31 parliamentary polls and called nationwide protests to press for a fresh election. They include six parties…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB258369
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The authorities went ahead with the arrest of Nika Melia, leader of the opposition United National Movement (UNM), on February 23 even after the prime minister resigned in…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB260118
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The reform cycle ends when incumbent President Serzh Sargsyan steps down in April 2018, and his successor assumes a more ceremonial role. The elections take place amid mounting…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB219946
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ARMENIA: Leaders hope talk of change will suffice
Parliament's failure last month to enact the promised transition to proportional representation sparked demonstrations in Tbilisi and other cities. The ruling Georgian…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB249247
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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan took a calculated risk by stepping down from the post in October. Parliament is still dominated by the formerly governing Republican Party, which…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB239607
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Bakhtadze and his cabinet were approved by parliament on July 14, promising smaller, better government. He enjoys the favour of Bidzina Ivanishvili, patron of the ruling Georgian…