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Articles by Tolkun Namatbayeva for AFP

tensions flare

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan Look to Ease Tensions After Deadly Clashes

The two countries have agreed a ceasefire following the worst fighting along their disputed border in years.
Kyrgyzstan march

Kyrgyz Activists Face Women's Day Violence From 'Patriots'

Gender equality in Central Asia's most politically turbulent country has taken a back seat to what conservatives call "traditional values."
from prisoner to president

Once-Jailed Populist Japarov Sworn in as Kyrgyz President

The politician won January's presidential election by a landslide with close to 80% of the vote.
Kyrgyz Elections

Kyrgyzstan Populist on Course for Victory in Presidential Vote

Sadyr Japarov was in jail when October protests saw him freed and propelled to the top of the political pyramid.