Tajik Civil War Offers Lessons for Kyrgyzstan
Seeds of both conflicts lie in perceived inequalities and competition for resources and power.
Seeds of both conflicts lie in perceived inequalities and competition for resources and power.
Voters confound fears that ethnic unrest had brought their state to brink of collapse.
Local observers praise IWPR reporting on the overthrow of Bakiev for its insight and balance.
Local observers praise IWPR reporting on the overthrow of Bakiev for its insight and balance.
Little doubt that violence was orchestrated, but identity of masterminds still unclear.
It might seem foolhardy to go ahead with a vote so soon after ethnic bloodshed, but government sees referendum as essential step towards legitimacy.
Expert argues that ethnic tensions have been simmering for years, and radical new policies are needed to prevent conflict repeating itself.