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Islamic extremism in Central Asia
April 29, 2022
Islamic State in Afghanistan Looks to Recruit Regional Tajiks, Inflict Violence Against Tajikistan
By Lucas Webber and Riccardo Valle
ISKP’s expanded media campaign seeks to recruit ethnic Tajik and nationals as well as incite militant violence against Tajikistan.
April 18, 2019
Uzbekistan: It's Time Look Beyond Repression or Radicalism
By Nozima Davletova
There are better responses than repression or radicalism to points of friction in Uzbek society.
September 26, 2018
Kyrgyzstan’s Crackdown on Extremist Material: Further Reforms Needed
By Letta Tayler
Kyrgyzstan should focus on genuine threats, not throw people in jail for the videos they watch or the books they read.
February 08, 2018
Deradicalization in Uzbekistan: It's About the Economy
By James D. Durso
Some of the best weapons against extremism may be as simple as a good job and a regular talk with the imam.
August 25, 2017
Extremism in Central Asia: Pushing Back on Reflexive Dismissals
By Reid Standish
It is important to set the record straight and further the conversation about an undercovered region.
January 20, 2017
Understanding Islamic Radicalization in Central Asia (UPDATED)
An open letter from Central Asia scholars to the International Crisis Group, along with Crisis Group's response.
September 20, 2016
Central Asian Children Cast as ISIS Executioners
By Uran Botobekov
ISIS often features Central Asia’s children in its propaganda videos, labeling them “Cubs of the Caliphate.”
July 15, 2016
After Istanbul Attacks, Not Much Clarity on Central Asian Involvement
By Uran Botobekov
Meanwhile, Central Asians in Turkey worry about growing suspicion and ISIS seemingly lashes out around the world.
July 14, 2016
Kepel vs Roy: Arguing About Islam and Radicalization
By Catherine Putz
Why the Roy vs. Kepel argument matters for Central Asia.
June 23, 2016
Rumblings in Kazakhstan: A Warning for Central Asia?
By Rajorshi Roy
Domestic discontent and economic hardship put Central Asia's regimes at risk.
June 22, 2016
Radicalization in Kyrgyzstan Is No Myth
By Aidai Masylkanova
Kyrgyzstan's slow arc toward Islamization and radicalization.
June 06, 2016
Kazakh Authorities Blame Aktobe Violence on 'Radical, Non-Traditional Religious Movements'
By Catherine Putz
After shoot-outs at two gun shops in Aktobe, attackers stole a bus and rammed the gates of a National Guard base.
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