Leila Saralaeva

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Veteran opposition figure wants an end to the controversial legislature, but the timing is all wrong for the new adminstration.

20 Nov 05

Donald Rumsfeld wins a temporary reprieve for the country’s military operations in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.

20 Nov 05

Most of the Andijan refugees are on their way to a new life in the West, but the fate of 15 others remains unclear.

20 Nov 05

New president faces many serious challenges, but there’s hope he’ll improve political accountability and economic fortunes.

20 Nov 05

Uzbekistan is so angry at Kyrgyz failure to send back Andijan refugees that it derails a contract to supply essential fuel to its neighbour.

20 Nov 05

Moscow’s proposal to bail out the ailing Kyrgyz economy is part of an assertive new approach in its former backyard.

20 Nov 05

Dramatic scenes in parliament as deputies trade accusations of crime links with the president and his government.

20 Nov 05

Opponents say a year-long freeze on demonstrations would go against the constitution and the whole spirit of political change.

20 Nov 05

The killing of a politician trying to end a prison rebellion raises questions about the link between politics and crime.

20 Nov 05

Opponents and supporters of the prime minister hold rival demonstrations as politicians warn the state is on the verge of collapse.

20 Nov 05

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