Uzbekistan

Uzbek Student Angers Government

A budding journalist has been thrown out of university after a run-in with authorities.

21 Feb 05

A bizarre ban on billiards, one of the country's most popular sports, has stunned players and fans alike.

21 Feb 05

The president boasts that the army has been reformed, but in reality little has changed.

21 Feb 05

Poor health and lack of funds have caused a frightening rise in the number of baby deaths.

21 Feb 05

The authorities appear to have had ample time to prevent the failure of the republic's vital melon crop.

21 Feb 05

Authorities keep opposition protesters well away from visiting UN chief.

21 Feb 05

Trafficking of radioactive substances continues despite concerted efforts by the authorities to clamp down on the trade.

21 Feb 05

Shooting incident blows up into shouting match between Central Asian rivals.

21 Feb 05

Evidence suggests Uzbek secret service is continuing to abduct Kyrgyz nationals.

21 Feb 05

Concerns about prison conditions after inmates inflict injuries on themselves.

21 Feb 05

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