Bishkek Holds its Breath
President Akaev lambastes opponents but urges non-violent solution, as protesters who hold most of the south consider next steps.
20 Nov 05
Central Asia
Kyrgyz Reporters Stand up to “Political Pressure”
Staff at the normally compliant TV and radio company say they are being discredited by pressure to produce biased reporting.
20 Nov 05
Protests in Bishkek as Talks Start in South
Mystery men in baseball caps join riot police breaking up an opposition rally in the capital.
20 Nov 05
Opposition Seizes Kyrgyz Government Building
Dramatic scenes as opposition supporters rush “White House” and president reportedly offers his resignation.
20 Nov 05
Uzbek Bank Closure “Political”
Official claims that Business Bank was liquidated for violating laws are being challenged.
20 Nov 05
Bishkek's Night of Looting
Shops plundered and some set on fire, with some suggesting the looting is partly a deliberate ploy to discredit Kyrgyzstan’s new rulers.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Opposition Yet to Seize Reins of Power
While negotiations continue about how to form a new government, there is a sense no one is in charge.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Institutions Take Shape
Date set for presidential elections as authorities improve security, although a pro-Akaev march threatens more trouble.
20 Nov 05
A Shock to the System for Kyrgyzstan's Neighbours
The revelation that a well-ensconced government could fall so fast is cause for alarm or delight, depending which side you are on in the Central Asian republics.
20 Nov 05
Sense of Normality Returns
Immediate fears of lawlessness recede as dispute over parliament continues.
20 Nov 05
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