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Almazbek Atambayev
Aksana Ismailbekova on Patronage Politics in Kyrgyzstan
By Catherine Putz
What lays beneath the surface of Kyrgyzstan’s dramatic political scene?
Two Rivals Clash: Understanding Kyrgyzstan’s Political Crisis
By Ankit Panda
What led to Kyrgyz special forces storming the compound of the country’s former president?
Former Kyrgyz President Facing Charges of Murder and Orchestrating Mass Unrest
By Catherine Putz
There's always room for surprises, but Atambayev and his closest allies seem to be on the road to serious prison terms.
In a Country With Big Personalities, the Kyrgyz State Remains the Center of Power
By Ian J. Lynch
Power and wealth are generated by and flow through the state.
Babanov’s Back: Kyrgyz Presidential Runner-up Returns
By Catherine Putz
Perhaps Babanov thinks the Kyrgyz authorities have their hands full?
Kyrgyzstan: Sorting Through the Media Buzz Amid a Crisis
By Colleen Wood
Efforts to cover an unfolding political crisis in Kyrgyzstan struggle to balance accuracy with the need for up-to-date information.
Former Kyrgyz President Detained After Second Raid
By Catherine Putz
After a botched raid on Wednesday, Kyrgyz security forces return to detain former President Almazbek Atambayev
Kyrgyz Authorities Move to Detain Former President, Supporters Resist
By Catherine Putz
Shots were fired and there are reports of injuries, including of journalists.
Atambayev Returning to Kyrgyzstan After Pulling Russia Into Feud With Jeenbekov
By Catherine Putz
The former president returns confident his palling around with Putin will save him. But will it?
Under Pressure in Kyrgzystan, Atambayev Flies to Russia
By Catherine Putz
The former president says he'll be back soon after high level meetings in Moscow.
Azimjan Askarov Headed for a Second Retrial in Kyrgyzstan
By Catherine Putz
Askarov's last retrial, in 2017, ended with his return to jail on a life sentence. Will things be different this time around?
Defiant Atambayev Refuses Second Subpoena
By Catherine Putz
The former president, ensconced with supporters at his home in Koi-Tash, is headed for a confrontation.