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Kyrgyzstan-Turkey relations

Allegations of Torture and Kyrgyz Involvement in Orhan Inandi case

Allegations of Torture and Kyrgyz Involvement in Orhan Inandi case

By Catherine Putz
Inandi's lawyer suggests possible Kyrgyz involvement in his client's kidnapping; others suggest Inandi has been tortured.

Abducted From Kyrgyzstan, Educator Orhan Inandi Paraded in Turkey as a ‘Terrorist’

Abducted From Kyrgyzstan, Educator Orhan Inandi Paraded in Turkey as a ‘Terrorist’

By Catherine Putz
Turkish President Erdogan, who previously denied knowing anything about Inandi, announced his "capture" by Turkish intelligence.
Kyrgyz President Japarov Visits Turkey

Kyrgyz President Japarov Visits Turkey

By Catherine Putz
Japarov reportedly asked about the disappearance of Orhan Inandi, but in typical style Erdogan dodged and stressed the need to combat “FETO.”

Founder of Kyrgyzstan’s Gulen-linked Schools Missing, Kidnapping Suspected

Founder of Kyrgyzstan’s Gulen-linked Schools Missing, Kidnapping Suspected

By Catherine Putz
Where is Orhan Inandi?

Turkey Seeks Extradition of 2 Gulen School Employees From Kyrgyzstan

Turkey Seeks Extradition of 2 Gulen School Employees From Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
Two employees of the re-named Sapat school network are reportedly in detention. A Bishkek court has stalled their extradition.

In Kyrgyzstan, Erdogan Again Warns of Gulen Network Coup

In Kyrgyzstan, Erdogan Again Warns of Gulen Network Coup

By Catherine Putz
Since 2016, Turkey has pressed for Kyrgyzstan to close Gulen-linked schools. So far, Bishkek continues to resist.

Turkish President Erdogan Urges Kyrgyzstan to Join Fight Against Gulen

Turkish President Erdogan Urges Kyrgyzstan to Join Fight Against Gulen

By Catherine Putz
Kyrgyz President Jeenbekov did not respond directly to Erdogan's urging to deal with Gulen-linked institutions.
Jumping to Conclusions: Erroneous Claims of Kyrgyz Attacker in Istanbul's Reina Club Attack

Jumping to Conclusions: Erroneous Claims of Kyrgyz Attacker in Istanbul's Reina Club Attack

By Catherine Putz
A Kyrgyz man was falsely identified as the gunman who killed 39 at an Istanbul nightclub.

Kyrgyzstan: Corrupt, Anarchic – and Stable?

Kyrgyzstan: Corrupt, Anarchic – and Stable?

By Christopher Schwartz and Alisher Khamidov
Despite its problems, Kyrgyzstan may be Central Asia's most stable state. Here's why.

Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Reject Turkish Calls to Close Gülen Schools

Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Reject Turkish Calls to Close Gülen Schools

By Catherine Putz
Bishkek usually takes coup threats seriously, but Gülen-linked educational institutions are well-liked.

Turkish Targeting of Gülen Movement Reaches into Central Asia

Turkish Targeting of Gülen Movement Reaches into Central Asia

By Catherine Putz
Turkey to Kyrgyzstan: "If you do not change the attitude to them, then we will change the attitude to you."
Can Kyrgyzstan Be Turkey’s Backdoor to the EEU?

Can Kyrgyzstan Be Turkey’s Backdoor to the EEU?

By Catherine Putz
Russian-Turkish relations remain strained, but Kyrgyzstan sees opportunity.

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