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Spy trial in Uzbekistan reflects country’s growing distance from Russia

2020-02-21

Spy trial in Uzbekistan reflects country’s growing distance from Russia

The ongoing trial of a political analyst and a number of military personnel for spying for Moscow is part of Uzbekistan's revamped principle of independence, say observers.
Kremlin accused of ‘massacres’ in Syria as bombing displaces almost 800,000

2020-02-14

Kremlin accused of ‘massacres’ in Syria as bombing displaces almost 800,000

Since December, Syrian government forces backed by Moscow have pressed a blistering assault against the country's northwest.
Kazakhstan to modernise armed forces' weaponry in defence-spending plan

2020-02-14

Kazakhstan to modernise armed forces' weaponry in defence-spending plan

Defence Minister Nurlan Yermekbayev met with the Kazakh president to discuss plans for rationalising military expenditures.
De-radicalisation of Kazakh extremists continues as repatriation effort ends

2020-02-13

De-radicalisation of Kazakh extremists continues as repatriation effort ends

Kazakhstan has completed Operation Jusan to return its citizens from Syria and Iraq. Now the long struggle begins.
Kazakh veterans train students on terrorism safety measures

2020-02-12

Kazakh veterans train students on terrorism safety measures

The training programme comes as the threat of terrorist attacks in the country remains elevated.
Kazakh government works to restore calm in Zhambyl Province

2020-02-10

Kazakh government works to restore calm in Zhambyl Province

Authorities are sacking officials in the province and promising to compensate survivors after a deadly outbreak of ethnic violence.
Uzbekistan completes demining of border with Tajikistan, say officials

2020-02-04

Uzbekistan completes demining of border with Tajikistan, say officials

The clearing of antipersonnel mines on the border is reflective of the growing trust between the two neighbours.
New training centre in Kazakhstan aims to protect Soviet-era nuclear facilities

2020-01-31

New training centre in Kazakhstan aims to protect Soviet-era nuclear facilities

Soviet authorities conducted 456 nuclear explosions, 116 aboveground and 340 underground, irreparably harming the health of the local population. This centre aims to help prevent more harm.
Turkmenistan boosts security measures following tensions in Iran

2020-01-23

Turkmenistan boosts security measures following tensions in Iran

Turkmenistan Airlines stopped flying in Iranian airspace after Tehran accidentally shot down a Ukrainian passenger airliner earlier this month. Land borders are also closed indefinitely.
Russian incursions in eastern Syria hinder fight against 'Islamic State'

2020-01-16

Russian incursions in eastern Syria hinder fight against 'Islamic State'

The presence of Russian troops in the area is providing IS elements with the ability to move around, secure logistical supplies and carry out sporadic terrorist attacks.