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Islam in Central Asia
Nuance Needed: Religious Laws and Enforcement in Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
“Do people know what the laws are? If not, do the laws matter?”
The Kyrgyz Baptists: A Case Study in Religious Persecution in Central Asia
By Uran Botobekov
The troubling treatment of converted Baptists highlights the growing problem of radicalization in Central Asia.
What Did Kazakhstan Learn from the Almaty Shooting?
By Catherine Putz
Kulikbayev has already admitted guilt, but what lessons will the state draw from the tragedy?
Russia's Syria Policy Upsets Central Asian Muslims
By Uran Botobekov
Russia's support of Assad, and bombing of Sunni civilians, is viewed negatively by Central Asians.
At World Islamic Economic Forum, Tajikistan Looks for Support
By Catherine Putz
Dushanbe looks to parlay its Islamic credentials into increased financial support and investment.
Kepel vs Roy: Arguing About Islam and Radicalization
By Catherine Putz
Why the Roy vs. Kepel argument matters for Central Asia.
Radicalization in Kyrgyzstan Is No Myth
By Aidai Masylkanova
Kyrgyzstan's slow arc toward Islamization and radicalization.
Tajikistan to Install Surveillance Cameras on Dushanbe Mosques
By Catherine Putz
Tajikistan's Muslim community is no stranger to the hand of the state.
How to Fight ISIS Messaging in Central Asia? Religious Freedom
By Catherine Putz
In a recent discussion, Noah Tucker argues that religious freedom--as a policy--is simply the best counter to ISIS messaging efforts.
Marriage in Kyrgyzstan and What Not to Wear in Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
Plus, Putin's ploys in Central Asia and other recommended reads.
Tajikistan Mulls Banning Islamic-Sounding Names
By Catherine Putz
What’s in a Name, Anyway?
Trouble in Tajikistan
By Cholpon Orozobekova
The ISIS obsession of President Emomali Rahmon could lead to further turmoil.