Prison Riot Sparks Political Row in Kyrgyzstan
The killing of a politician trying to end a prison rebellion raises questions about the link between politics and crime.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyzstan
Uzbeks Clear Mines From Tajik Border
Reports that border areas are being demined meet with surprise in Dushanbe.
20 Nov 05
Political Crisis Unfolds in Kyrgyzstan
Opponents and supporters of the prime minister hold rival demonstrations as politicians warn the state is on the verge of collapse.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyzstan Draws Breath After Political Stand-Off
The prime minister survives an attempt to unseat him, but observers say this may not be the end of a power-struggle in which the rule of law is at stake.
20 Nov 05
Lavish Wakes Hit Kyrgyz Pockets
Elaborate funeral rituals are driving many Kyrgyz deeply into debt.
18 Nov 05
Armenia: a Spring Awakening?
First rumblings of the contest to be the next Armenian president.
18 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Leaders Eye Ukraine Nervously
Authorities seek harsh powers to head off Ukrainian-inspired election trouble, a fear which opposition members dismiss as nonsense.
14 Nov 05
Kyrgyz "Slaves" on Kazak Plantations
Migrants from Kyrgyzstan who take jobs on Kazak farms find they are trapped into cheap labour with no rights.
14 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Remember Aksy Deaths
Opposition shows no sign of easing pressure on President Akaev's regime one year on from rally that shook the republic.
14 Nov 05
Kyrgyzstan: Unhappy Uzbeks Side With Protestors
The conservative Uzbek minority is showing its support for anti-government demonstrations sweeping the country.
14 Nov 05
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