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Articles with tag "Kyrgyzstan"

press under pressure

Kyrgyzstan Says Set to Close U.S.-Funded Media

The state prosecutor alleged that Kloop's articles sought "severely to criticize the policies of the current government."
war penalties

U.S. Sanctions More Than 120 Russian, Kyrgyz Firms

The Treasury singled out several companies in Kyrgyzstan which it said Russia was using to skirt U.S. and allies' export restrictions on technological...
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'shadow bazaar'

U.S. Preparing 'Economic Measures' Over Russia’s Sanctions Busting in Central Asia – WP

The decision was reportedly reached after “months of fruitless visits” by U.S. and European diplomats to the Kyrgyz capital of Bishkek.
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settlement reached

Kyrgyzstan Reverses Decision to Close U.S.-Funded Media

Bishkek had filed a lawsuit to shut award-winning Radio Azattyk over its refusal to remove a video about deadly clashes between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan...
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legal cooperation

Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan to Share Data with Moscow on Anti-War Russians, Conscripts

The agreement raises questions over the safety of Russian nationals who sought refuge in the two Central Asian states after the invasion of Ukraine.
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signs of friction

Moscow Ally Kyrgyzstan Sours on Russian Anti-War Emigres

A spate of canceled concerts by Russian anti-war performers and arrests of anti-war activists reflect Bishkek's continued deference to Moscow.
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soldier for hire

Kyrgyz Mercenary Who Fought With Russia in Ukraine Jailed

The court said the man had been paid 180,000 rubles ($2,250) per month plus an assurance of a Russian passport in exchange for fighting.
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deepening ties

Russia to 'Develop' Its Military Facilities in Kyrgyzstan

The Kremlin said the two countries also expect to "deepen military and technical cooperation" as well as their economic and cultural relations.
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In depth

Putin Looks to Shore Up Russia’s Regional Influence on Kyrgyzstan Visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin will attempt to shore up Russia’s regional authority on a visit Friday to the Central Asian state of Kyrgyzstan...
atomic energy

Kyrgyzstan Mulls Building Nuclear Plant With Russian Help

Kyrgyzstan announced on Wednesday that it was looking into the possibility of building its first nuclear power plant, with Russian help, to tackle frequent...
In depth

Kyrgyzstan Sees Struggles, Opportunity in Russian Emigration Wave

BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan — Russian entrepreneurs Yulia and Ilya Kuleshov worked hard to transform the large house they rented in the Kyrgyz capital into...
moscow distracted

Central Asia Drifts Out of Russia’s Orbit as Ukraine War Rages

BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan — Russia is losing influence over former Soviet nations in Central Asia as the war in Ukraine increasingly strains Moscow&rsquo...
far from home

Emigre Russians Find Refuge in Remote Kyrgyzstan

“Karakol is a ‘safe haven,’ cozy, albeit not the most modern,” said one emigre. “It’s also easier to breathe here.”
mountain dispute

Kyrgyz Climbers Remove Ukraine Flag from 'Peak Putin'

Kyrgyz climbing federation head Eduard Kubatov said there was "no sort of politics" in the decision to take down the flag.
'hooliganism'

Kyrgyz Police Probe Ukraine Flag on Mountain Named for Putin

"Peak Putin" took the Russian leader's name in 2011 as Kyrgyzstan's ties with Moscow strengthened.
In depth

Central Asian Migrants Flee Sanctions-Hit Russia

Economic problems as a result of the Ukraine war are making Russia a less attractive place to live and work.
under contract

Central Asians in Russia Pressured to Join Moscow's Fight in Ukraine

“I think the Russian government is using labor migrants as cannon fodder in Ukraine,” a prominent migrants' rights activist alleged.
mass exodus

As Anti-War Russians Flee, Ex-Soviet Kyrgyzstan Prepares for Emigre Influx

With domestic repressions ramping up and with European countries off-limits, many Russians are making for former Soviet countries.
CONTESTED BORDER

Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan Border Guards Exchange Fire

The outbreak of violence comes after clashes at their contested border left dozens dead last year.
lights out

‘Total Collapse’: Bishkek Businesses Reel From Massive Central Asian Blackout

The region-wide blackout left Bishkek authorities scrambling to rescue people — and dealt a devastating blow to small businesses.
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