Humairo Bakhtiyor

Government seems to equate headscarves with security threats posed by militant groups.
They say their taxes are now paying clerics yet they still aren’t allowed to attend public prayer.
Convicted of corruption and sexual offences, Zayd Saidov was arrested shortly after setting up an opposition party.
As Uzbek leader calls for respect and mutual understanding, many Tajiks believe it is time he showed some.