CSTO

Putin is warning of “militants under the guise of refugees” in an effort to dissuade Central Asian states from cooperating with U.S. evacuation efforts.

The Taliban’s recent lightning offensive in northern Afghanistan may be a litmus test for the relevance of the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organization.

With Afghan forces fleeing into Tajikistan and the Taliban managing a border crossing, Dushanbe has reportedly called on its CSTO partners for aid.

Another diplomatic win for Russian bilateralism or a missed opportunity for one of Moscow’s regional multilateral institutions -- the Collective Security Treaty Organization?

What is Russia trying to accomplish with the CSTO, SCO, and EAEU?

The CSTO gathered in Bishkek and then the Central Asian presidents met in Tashkent this week.

It's a he-said, he-said situation but the meaning is clear: All is not well in the CSTO

Central Asia's presidents -- minus one -- will gather in Astana March 15-16 to discuss regional issues.

What military threats keep Russia and its Central Asian partners up at night?

Under President Mirziyoyev, Uzbekistan has shown a willingness to increase defense ties with Moscow.

The story continues to develop with denials, open doors, and the tangled web of international diplomacy.