Uzbek Surgery Scandal
Newspaper reveals case of a doctor alleged to have done dozens of unnecessary operations to make a quick buck.
20 Nov 05
Central Asia
Hard Times for Tajik Opposition
Complaints that the general election was unfair have provoked a backlash against an already weak opposition.
20 Nov 05
Anti-Government Protests Solidify in South
In the major southern city of Osh, the regional government building is taken over by crowds calling for President Akaev’s resignation.
20 Nov 05
Tajik Metal Thieves Cause Havoc
Residents suffer traffic accidents and power cuts as criminals strip transport and power infrastructure.
20 Nov 05
Kazakstan: Al-Qaeda-Linked Suspects Tried
In the first case of high treason seen in Kazakstan, two men are accused of laying the ground for an al-Qaeda camp.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyzstan: Trial of Strength
Opposition leaders hold out for high-level talks after thousands of protesters foil police attempt to wrest control of major southern cities.
20 Nov 05
Bishkek Holds its Breath
President Akaev lambastes opponents but urges non-violent solution, as protesters who hold most of the south consider next steps.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Reporters Stand up to “Political Pressure”
Staff at the normally compliant TV and radio company say they are being discredited by pressure to produce biased reporting.
20 Nov 05
Protests in Bishkek as Talks Start in South
Mystery men in baseball caps join riot police breaking up an opposition rally in the capital.
20 Nov 05
Opposition Seizes Kyrgyz Government Building
Dramatic scenes as opposition supporters rush “White House” and president reportedly offers his resignation.
20 Nov 05
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