Turkmen Leader Wins on Gas Deal
President Niazov seems to be on a roll, extracting the best possible deal on the gas he sells Ukraine. But how long will his winning streak last?
24 Nov 05
Central Asia
Language Controversy in Kyrgyzstan
As pressure grows for curbs on the status of the Russian language, some argue that alone will do nothing to promote the use of Kyrgyz.
24 Nov 05
Cool Welcome for Meskhetians
Muslims exiled by Stalin are to be legally entitled to go back at last, but convincing many Georgians this is a good idea is likely to be a difficult task.
23 Nov 05
Turkmenistan: Orthodox Faith Under Siege
Followers of Orthodoxy feel increasingly beleaguered as Turkmenbashi seeks to control the church.
22 Nov 05
Dramatic Protest in Kyrgyzstan
Dissatisfaction at government handling of a political murder case prompts victim's brother to set himself alight.
20 Nov 05
No Rivals Allowed at Turkmen Leader's Court
Who would choose to be a minister in a government subjected to never-ending purges?
20 Nov 05
Andijan: A Policeman's Account
Senior officer says “thousands” killed and their bodies systematically concealed.
20 Nov 05
Kazak Opposition Figure Goes to Court
Unprecedented lawsuits by an opposition member against his political rivals are unlikely to succeed.
20 Nov 05
Government Reins in Tajik Healers
A tough new law means folk healers now need a license to practice in Tajikistan.
20 Nov 05
Issykkul Poachers Out of Control
Poverty and corruption behind poaching that threatens Kyrgyz fish stocks.
20 Nov 05
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