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Islam in Central Asia
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Trouble in Tajikistan
By Cholpon Orozobekova
The ISIS obsession of President Emomali Rahmon could lead to further turmoil.
Tajik Authorities Warn Faithful About Hajj Scams
By Catherine Putz
Hajj will fall between September 20 and 26 this year and scammers prey on the uninformed.
How Fragile Is the Peace in Tajikistan?
By Catherine Putz
As the IRPT's leader contemplates returning, the country's peace has never seemed so tenuous.
Central Asia Has 99 Problems, but Extremism in Tajikistan Isn't the Worst
By Catherine Putz
A recent op-ed by Ahmed Rashid flubs both the little details and the bigger picture.
Did the Missing Tajik Commander Just Reappear?
By Catherine Putz
Some reports say Gulmurod Halimov has been detained in Turkey. Tajik authorities are not so sure.
Tajik Special Police Commander Disappears
By Catherine Putz
Some have speculated that Gulmurod Halimov has left the country to join ISIS. His family says that isn’t true.
Playing 'Telephone' With ISIS Central Asia Estimates
By Catherine Putz
No, there are probably not 4,000 Tajiks in Syria.
Tajikistan Considers Ban on Arabic Names
By Catherine Putz
Things could get awkward with a president whose name is derived from that of the fourth caliph, Imam Ali.
5 Countries Where Freedom of Religion is Threatened
By Catherine Putz
Every Central Asian state has serious issues with freedom of religion, US advisory body says.
6 Myths of Muslim Radicalization in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
Are Western policies in the region based on a series of myths?
Central Asia: Can Secular Islam Survive?
By Erik S. Krausen
Uzbekistan offers insights into secular Islam within Central Asia and the legacy of Soviet influence.
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