Central Asia

Moscow Steps Up Central Asian Interest

Russia is trying hard to revive its influence in a region it has neglected without alienating Washington in the process.

14 Nov 05

The conservative Uzbek minority is showing its support for anti-government demonstrations sweeping the country.

14 Nov 05

Tashkent government plays down USA's alleged discovery of traces of deadly gases at an Uzbek air base.

14 Nov 05

By Galima Bukharbaeva in Tashkent (RCA No. 143, 3-Sep-02)

14 Nov 05

By Arslan Berdyev in Ashgabat (RCA No. 143, 3-Sep-02)

14 Nov 05

By Vladimir Davlatov in Dushanbe (RCA No. 143, 3-Sep-02)

14 Nov 05

By Dmitry Kabak in Bishkek (RCA No. 143, 3-Sep-02)

14 Nov 05

By Eduard Poletaev in Almaty (RCA No. 143, 3-Sep-02)

14 Nov 05

Prominent Washington analyst downplays Central Asia's strategic and geopolitical value.

14 Nov 05

Kyrgyzstan detectives catch four officials dealing in one of the most endangered species in the world, raising fears of widespread corruption.

14 Nov 05

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