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Giants Among Men

Uzbek Opposition Leader Released into Changed World

With little popular support, Sanjar Umarov hoped the West would back his calls for political change, but this proved illusory.

Should Central Asia Fear Taleban Spillover?

Upsurge in militant activity in Central Asia will be contained, although security should be stepped up in border areas.

Strengthening Top-Down Rule in Kyrgyzstan

Reforms contain many retrograde steps and look like an attempt to bolster president.

Karzai Credibility Still in Question Despite Poll Win

Why Turkey Should Confront its Past

Musharraf on Comeback Trail

Sudan and Chad's Proxy War

Syria Continues to Isolate People, Exert State Control

Bemba Free, But Where to Go?