Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan: Local Clash Mars Return to Stability

Violence flares up as police enter village where colleagues were killed.

Unsung Heroes Took on Kyrgyzstan Mobs

Grassroots “peacekeepers” needed to rebuild trust between Kyrgyz and Uzbeks.

Organised Enthusiasm in Turkmenistan

Behind the cheering, quiet resentment at being forced to turn up and applaud government.

Tajik Flood Relief Effort Inadequate, say Victims

Land Rights and Wrongs in Tajik South

Tourism Tough Going in Tajikistan

Renewed Unrest in South Kyrgyzstan

Minor fistfight erupts into worst bloodshed seen in two decades.

Uzbekistan: Reporter Detained for Covering Refugee Story

NGOs Want Role in Turkmen Dialogue With US

Uzbek Rights Activists to Fight for Sports Writer's Release

Campaigners hope jailed reporter’s popularity will increase pressure on authorities to review case.