Leila Saralaeva
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Veteran opposition figure wants an end to the controversial legislature, but the timing is all wrong for the new adminstration.
Donald Rumsfeld wins a temporary reprieve for the country’s military operations in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.
Most of the Andijan refugees are on their way to a new life in the West, but the fate of 15 others remains unclear.
New president faces many serious challenges, but there’s hope he’ll improve political accountability and economic fortunes.
Uzbekistan is so angry at Kyrgyz failure to send back Andijan refugees that it derails a contract to supply essential fuel to its neighbour.
Moscow’s proposal to bail out the ailing Kyrgyz economy is part of an assertive new approach in its former backyard.
Dramatic scenes in parliament as deputies trade accusations of crime links with the president and his government.
Opponents say a year-long freeze on demonstrations would go against the constitution and the whole spirit of political change.
The killing of a politician trying to end a prison rebellion raises questions about the link between politics and crime.
Opponents and supporters of the prime minister hold rival demonstrations as politicians warn the state is on the verge of collapse.