In Central Asia, a region shaped by Soviet-era borders has become locked in recurring conflict. Artificial boundaries, ethnic enclaves, and unresolved territorial claims have created a cycle where ...

Central Asia’s illiberal peace has endured through inter- and intrastate conflict, but its ability to survive environmental ...

A 12-year-old Kyrgyz girl who immigrated with her family seven years ago has been elected in Sommières to the body that ...

According to Dugin and Soloviev, the former Soviet republics ‘have no right to independence’ and must reunite with Russia to avoid becoming slaves to China, America or Europe. Local govern ...

Energy has always occupied a central position in the political and economic life of Central Asia, News.Az reports. Abundant ...

In a 2024 essay The Dragon Amid the Tigers the novelist Amitav Ghosh lamented the hardening of mental barriers, especially in ...

Water is the most fundamental strategic resource in Central Asia. It underpins agriculture energy production food security ...

In late 2025, Russia launched a new Russian-language television channel in Kyrgyzstan, aiming to extend the reach of Kremlin-friendly messaging in Central Asia. The initiative highlights the enduring ...

The Ukraine War has raised serious questions about the credibility of the post-Soviet defense bloc.

The historian Adam Tooze discusses Davos, China and the fading of an old world order.

Despite numerous obstacles, journalists from the region continue their investigative work through partnerships, cooperation with civil society, and open source research.

Dr. Myint-U is a historian and the author of “Peacemaker: U Thant and the Forgotten Quest for a Just World.” ...