Tajikistan

Storm Over Uzbek Land-mines

Protests grow as civilians fall victim to mines planted by the Uzbek military along the country's remote borders with Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan

21 Feb 05

Astana IMU Fears

Kazakstan is concerned it may soon fall victim to incursions by Islamic militants

21 Feb 05

Afghan Refugees Stranded

There's growing concern over the fate of Afghan refugees marooned on the border with Tajikistan

21 Feb 05

Kyrgyz Army Law Controversy

Military chiefs are up in arms over a proposed new law, which would allow youngsters to skip army service for a fee.

21 Feb 05

Uzbek Policies Under Attack

Kazak and Tajik authorities face first protests against Uzbek neighbour’s tough line on Islamists.

21 Feb 05
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