Press Freedom Under Attack
Clamping Down On Religious Freedom In Central Asia
The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) just released its annual report on freedom of religion in the world.
Journalists in Trouble: President Biden Calls for Alsu Kurmasheva’s Release
President Biden calls for Alsu Kurmasheva’s release; RFE/RL hosts World Press Freedom Day reception with families of imprisoned journalists; and more.
British Foreign Secretary Cameron Visits Central Asia
British Foreign Secretary David Cameron just completed an official trip to all five Central Asian states.
Are Tajik Government Policies Helping Create Terrorists?
Can an authoritarian government’s policies contribute to its citizens becoming terrorists?
Tajiks In Russia Living In Fear After Moscow Terrorist Attack
Russian security forces arrested several Tajik citizens in the wake of the March 22 attack on the Crocus City Hall outside Moscow that left more than 140 dead.
Turkmenistan’s Search For New Gas Markets
In the first two weeks of March, Turkmenistan has been unusually active in promoting its potential as a natural-gas supplier.
Death, Detention, Deportation: The Plight of Karakalpak Activists
Karakalpak activists are experiencing problems in Kazakhstan and in Europe.
Journalists in Trouble: Russian Authorities Declare RFE/RL an “Undesirable Organization”
RFE/RL declared “undesirable” in Russia; Russian court upholds Alsu Kurmasheva’s detention; Kazakh authorities block accreditation to RFE/RL journalists; and more.
RFE/RL President Capus Meets Ukrainian President Zelenskiy, Discusses Imprisoned Journalist in Crimea
During a meeting on Sunday between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and RFE/RL President Stephen Capus, the Ukrainian leader commended RFE/RL’s coverage of the Russian invasion.
Kloop’s Closure: A Bad Omen For Independent Kyrgyz Media?
A court in Kyrgyzstan ordered the closure of Kloop Media on February 9.