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Mob Accosts Kyrgyz Opposition Politician Tekebayev 

Mob Accosts Kyrgyz Opposition Politician Tekebayev 

By Catherine Putz
Tekebayev and other opposition politicians have been agitating against the November 28 election results.

Looking Ahead to Kyrgyzstan’s Unpredictable Parliamentary Election

Looking Ahead to Kyrgyzstan’s Unpredictable Parliamentary Election

By Colleen Wood
Despite the swell of Japarov loyalists running for parliament, it remains difficult to predict the election’s outcome.
International Bar Association's Human Rights Institute Voices Concern for Kyrgyz Lawyer

International Bar Association's Human Rights Institute Voices Concern for Kyrgyz Lawyer

By Catherine Putz
The IBAHRI says the case against Ata-Meken lawyer Taalaigul Toktakunova may violate UN rules ensuring rule of law.

Kyrgyz Authorities Arrest Unnamed Suspect for the Murder of Ulan Salyanov

Kyrgyz Authorities Arrest Unnamed Suspect for the Murder of Ulan Salyanov

By Catherine Putz
Salyanov's sister, Aida, was recently convicted of abuse of office, charges she and her supporters say were politically motivated.

An Interview With Aida Salyanova, Kyrgyzstan's Former Prosecutor General

An Interview With Aida Salyanova, Kyrgyzstan's Former Prosecutor General

By Franco Galdini
Having fallen out with the former president, Salyanova faced charges she says were politically motivated.

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Lawyer Says Suits Against Media Organizations in Kyrgyzstan Suspended

Lawyer Says Suits Against Media Organizations in Kyrgyzstan Suspended

By Catherine Putz
A lawyer has asked the Constitutional Chamber to examine the constitutionality of recent libel cases against media.

Politician's Arrest Sparks Weekend Protests in Kyrgyzstan

Politician's Arrest Sparks Weekend Protests in Kyrgyzstan

By Catherine Putz
It's just protests and arrests all the way down.
Kyrgyz President Takes on Media in Lawsuits

Kyrgyz President Takes on Media in Lawsuits

By Catherine Putz
In recent days a handful of lawsuits have been filed against two Ata-Meken lawyers and two media outlets.

Kyrgyz Government Coalition Breaks Over Constitutional Referendum

Kyrgyz Government Coalition Breaks Over Constitutional Referendum

By Catherine Putz
The president's party, SDPK, cited “irreconcilable political views” as its reason for withdrawing from the coalition.

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