Uzbek Human Rights Fears
Western governments keep silent as number of disputed convictions rise.
Western governments keep silent as number of disputed convictions rise.
Attacks on American and Israeli embassies suggest Uzbek authorities have a new Islamic opposition force to contend with.
The creation of a new oil exploration consortium combining three of Russia's major energy companies highlights Moscow's growing interest in the Caspian region
Moscow appears to have come to the conclusion that it must work with the Taleban
Turkmenbashi's reforms and traditional values are forcing women into subjugation, destitution and prostitution.
Uigurs angry over Bishkek claim that murder of community leader was politically-motivated.
Growing numbers of illegal immigrants are flocking to southern Kazakstan
Delegates to Bishkek conference say human rights and democracy in the region have been eroded since last year's attacks on the United States.
The US is undecided whether to throw its weight behind the potentially fractious Northern Alliance.