Tajikistan: Headless Corpses Spark Panic
A series of gruesome murders in the Tajik capital has sparked fears that a maniac is on the loose.
21 Feb 05
Central Asia
Kyrgyzstan: Southern Oblasts' Autonomy Threat
New twist in battle between southern activists and the Bishkek authorities is causing concern among pro-government politicians and opposition deputies alike.
21 Feb 05
Kyrgyzstan: Power Down
A narrowly averted industrial action at the capital's power plant has revealed the weaknesses of the Kyrgyz energy sector.
21 Feb 05
Uzbekistan Calls Its First Witness
The first Jehovah's Witness to be prosecuted for his faith is given a suspended jail sentence.
21 Feb 05
Uzbekistan: Crop Crisis in Karakalpakstan
The government's quest for quotas is draining the fertility from soil already affected by the Aral Sea disaster.
21 Feb 05
Russia and Kyrgyzstan Move Closer
Moscow's support for Kyrgyzstan has prompted some Bishkek analysts to raise serious geo-political concerns.
21 Feb 05
Uzbekistan: Widespread Torture Uncovered
United Nations finds evidence of systematic use of violence and intimidation in Uzbek jails.
21 Feb 05
Kazakstan: Returnee Hopes Shattered
Many diaspora Kazaks lured back home by reports of generous government aid have ended up being bitterly disappointed.
21 Feb 05
Kyrgyz Army Law Controversy
Military chiefs are up in arms over a proposed new law, which would allow youngsters to skip army service for a fee.
21 Feb 05
Karimov Expresses Regional Stability Fears
President Islam Karimov fears for Central Asia's stability as Washington and Moscow compete for a toehold in the region.
21 Feb 05
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