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Institute for War & Peace Reporting
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Tensions Mount on Kyrgyz-Uzbek Border
While Bishkek and Tashkent continue to downplay frictions, the increasing
21 Feb 05
Tajikistan: Taxis Booming
A ride in a Tajik taxi can be lethal if the driver has converted it to gas power.
21 Feb 05
Kazakstan: Police Prey on Drinkers
Officers roam the streets looking to shake down people suspected of drinking.
21 Feb 05
Voice of America Goes Quiet in Uzbekistan
United States broadcaster’s decision to end Uzbek radio broadcasts could not have come at a worse time.
21 Feb 05
Russian Taleban Overtures
Moscow appears to have come to the conclusion that it must work with the Taleban
21 Feb 05
The Taleban Effect
The Taleban's latest victory in Afghanistan has sent shock waves across Central Asia
21 Feb 05
Kyrgyz Tourism Hopes Dashed
Bishkek government plans to boost foreign visitors fall flat leaving many tourist traders empty-handed.
21 Feb 05
Kazaks Attack Constitution
In Kazakstan, the president counts for everything and the constitution for nothing.
21 Feb 05
Bin Laden's Army
Osama bin Laden has established an international Islamic army in Afghanistan.
21 Feb 05
Missionaries Offer Faith and Food to Kyrgyz
Mormons are only the latest foreign missionaries with plans for Kyrgyzstan - to the dismay of
21 Feb 05
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