Central Asia

Tajiks Borrow Bride-Theft From Neighbours

In remote northeastern district, Tajik men have taken to specifically Kyrgyz custom of “stealing” brides.

Protest Plans Fail in Uzbekistan

Kyrgyz Parliament Attempting to Oust Ombudsman

Former Soviet Bloc to Spy on Social Networks

Tajiks, Afghans Resolve Local Water Tensions

Tajiks Now Ready for Death Penalty Abolition

Uncertain Mood in Kyrgyz Election Campaign

Disillusioned and disoriented electorate unlikely to pick new president for his political views.

Kyrgyz Politicians Fail to Inspire

Tajik Women Poorly Prepared for Work Abroad

Tajikistan's Giant Mosque Project Inches Forward