Kazak Oil Unrest Could be Repeated Elsewhere
At least 14 die as police fire on demonstrators while Central Asian state celebrates two decades of independence.
19 Dec 11
At least 14 die as police fire on demonstrators while Central Asian state celebrates two decades of independence.
Authoritarian systems increasingly unsustainable, Moscow analyst says.
Growing efforts to present united front to international community.
Roza Otunbaeva recalls difficult times as head of state.
Activist hopes sectarian warfare will be avoided despite regime's manipulation of minority fears.
Suspected Islamist kills seven, blows himself up.
Regime is given two weeks to withdraw troops, release prisoners and allow international organisations into Syria.