RFE/RL is calling for a thorough investigation after a reporter for its Macedonian unit was attacked by a group of protesters inside the country’s parliament building in the capital, Skopje on April 28.
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Azerbaijan seeks court action to ban RFE/RL website
In an escalation of a targeted campaign against RFE/RL, Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Communications and High Technologies has filed an official complaint with a Baku court requesting that RFE/RL’s Azerbaijani website, azadliq.org, be banned.
Highest ranking North Korean defector says USIM plays important role
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VOA Afghan radio show helps women obtain business loans
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RFA report about illegal goods spurs government investigation
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Teacher featured in RFE/RL story receives recognition by government
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VOA Spanish Service’s debate broadcast breaks record
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