Where Roma Run the Show

We are looking for a European country that’s home to one of the the world’s biggest self-governing Roma communities.

Syrian Military Defectors Report Executions for Refusing to Shoot Civilians

Syrian Military defectors in Turkey talk about the role of the military in the uprising. Divisions within the military are deepening over violence against civilians. Orders to shoot protesters are enforced with executions.

Breaking with Serbia Tough for Kosovo Serbs

Europe wants Serbia to cut off the Serbs in Kosovo in order to normalize relations in the western Balkans. But the Serbs want nothing to do with the Albanian-dominated government of Pristina. And they vow to fight integration.

EU Forces Thaw in Kosovo’s Frozen Conflict

The European Union requires candidates for membership to have peaceful relations with their neighbors. Twelve years after the Kosovo War, the governments of Kosovo and Serbia are trying to normalize relations.

An Ancient Capital of Culinary Delights

The Geo Quiz is looking for the capital of a famous ancient empire that counts roasted lamb guts as one of its favorite snacks.

Syrian Opposition Leads the Revolution DIY-style

Syrian opposition activists are fighting an uphill revolution. They don’t have much experience but they’re trying their best under the circumstances.

Turkey Silences Refugees’ Stories of Atrocities in Syria

Syrians fleeing their country are grateful to Turkey for opening its border but at the same time, many feel like prisoners in the refugee camps.

In Turkey Village, Refugees Feel the Closure of Syrian Border

The Syrian military has sealed off the northern border with Turkey, squeezing the refugees who have already crossed the border.

Slideshow: Hoxha’s Pyramid

The Geo Quiz is searching for a pyramid this time. It’s not in Egypt but in Eastern Europe.

Retiring Generals in Turkey have Many Looking for What Comes Next

The resignation of Turkey’s military command is seen as recognition that the civilian government now calls the shots.

Turkey cracks down on ‘smut’

Turkey’s Islamist-rooted AKP government has recently begun cracking down on what it considers “smut.”

Peru’s political divide

Many voters in Peru aren’t happy with their presidential candidates.

Has Serbia’s Nationalism Gone Underground?

Has the Serbian nationalism been replaced by pragmatism, or is it lying dormant?

The Haunting Persistence of Albanian Blood Feuds

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Slideshow: An End in Sight for Albania’s Blood Feuds

PRI’s The World(05/18/2011: Matthew Brunwasser, Ben Gilbert)

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