Central Asia
Call for US Retreat from Central Asia
Prominent Washington analyst downplays Central Asia's strategic and geopolitical value.
Bishkek Officials Caught Smuggling Rare Animals
Kyrgyzstan detectives catch four officials dealing in one of the most endangered species in the world, raising fears of widespread corruption.
Tajiks Nervous About Chinese Ties
The growing friendship between China and Tajikistan provokes unease in some quarters of this tiny Central Asian republic.
Northern Alliance Seeks Tajik Backing
Tajik and Uzbek officials in the interim administration in Afghanistan appear to be looking to Dushanbe to bolster their position.
Tajik Tilt Towards US Unnerves Moscow
Russia's influence in Central Asia may be further undermined if Dushanbe strengthens ties with the US.
Kyrgyzstan: Russians Oppose US Deployment
Some ethnic Russians are leaving Kyrgyzstan because of their opposition to the imminent deployment of thousands of troops in the country.
Kyrgyzstan: US Bolsters Strategic Plans for Region
The American military deployment in Kyrgystan appears to be Washington's latest attempt to support its long-term policy in the region.
Hazards on Afghan Aid Trail
Transporting humanitarian aid shipments to Afghanistan is fraught with danger.