Georgia's Pankisi Gorge has been portrayed as a hotbed of Islamic radicalism. Its ethnic Kist residents suffer poverty and discrimination – a distant government and sensationalist media coverage alienate them further. на русском языке
Since the late 1980s, Kyrgyzstan has witnessed an Islamic revival. Recent talk of extremist threats and radicalisation obscures the real picture. Русский
Alternative muftiates, extremism charges and co-optation, or how to manage Crimean Tatar Muslims. на русском языке
The Aliyev regime is attempting to co-opt and repress Muslim communities to strengthen its hold on power. It is playing a dangerous game. Русский
After years of delayed construction, a new mosque has finally opened in Moscow. The timing of its opening ceremony was significant – as was the guest list.
oDR introduces a new series devoted to reporting and comment on Islamic life in the post-Soviet space. Русский
Ten years after militants attacked the town of Nalchik in the North Caucasus, the cycle of violence continues.
How are Chechnya's authorities responding to IS? на русском языке
In July, Bishkek claimed to successfully foil an IS plot in the country. But is IS even in Kyrgyzstan?
В Кирове власти закрыли первый в федеральном районе бэби-бокс, существовавший всего несколько дней. in English
In the Russian city of Kirov, local authorities recently closed down a scheme to rescue unwanted newborn babies after just four days. We speak to the women and priest involved. на русском языке
Following the outbreak of conflict in eastern Ukraine last year, inter-confessional strife has been ramping up inside the breakaway territories. на русском языке
