Terrorism 2019-02-01 IS suspect with Uzbek roots describes hunger, desperation before capture in Syria Alexandr Bekmirzaev converted to Islam in Uzbekistan about 20 years ago but became 'radicalised' and 'brainwashed' after going to Syria in 2013. 2019-01-17 Kazakhstan praised for rescuing dozens of citizens from IS in Syria The operation brought home 47 Kazakh nationals -- including 11 women and 30 children -- from Syria, according to the government. 2019-01-08 Kazakhstan rehabilitating children recently returned from Syria, Iraq It is essential to quickly rehabilitate, educate and reintegrate into society children returning from conflict zones, analysts say. 2018-12-04 Kazakhstan strengthens efforts to repatriate citizens from Syria, Iraq A government working group will work with the relatives of those who have left Kazakhstan for Syria and Iraq to bring them home. 2018-11-26 Uzbek anti-terrorism fight seen as model for other countries The number of crimes related to terrorism and extremism in Uzbekistan this year decreased by more than 65% compared to last year, according to officials. 2018-11-19 Central Asian analysts sound alarm over Malhama Tactical mercenary group The extremist private military contractor, founded by an Uzbek, has been operating in Syria and is seeking to expand, analysts warn. 2018-10-25 Trial of extradited terror suspect highlights Kazakhstan's anti-radicalism efforts Ongoing arrests and extraditions of terrorism suspects send a clear message to those who are considering throwing their lives away for the sake of false ideals, observers say. 2018-10-09 Uzbekistan to allow repentant former extremists to return home The measure will give amnesty and rehabilitation to Uzbek citizens who unwittingly joined a banned extremist group or accidentally downloaded extremist materials. 2018-09-27 'Islamic State' supporters accuse each other of betrayal online In one incident, IS elements accused a long-time supporter of the group of being a spy and of spreading false news in an attempt to destabilise the group and sow discord among its members. 2018-09-24 Central Asian analysts call for joint efforts in fight against online extremism International and local specialists came together in Bishkek to discuss ways to counter terrorism and extremist recruiters on the internet and messaging apps. Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | Next