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This paper provides an overview of the main aspects of the "Meskhetian Turkish question" including their history, the population group's socio-economic situation, their organization and civic life. The study explores the deficiencies of data and material available on the subject and presents brief country-specific accounts of the conditions Meskhetian Turks are facing in their countries of residence. The paper further discusses the international process and the most prominent international attempts to address the issue, including a particular examination of the repatriation issue.