A glimpse at the grape capital of Tajikistan Tajikistan once had a wine industry of some repute. Photos by Nozim Kalandarov Sep 21, 2018
Tajikistan: What is going on in the Pamirs? The region has a storied past of resistance to Dushanbe, most recently during bloody clashes in 2012. Sep 20, 2018
Tajikistan: Is rumored amnesty for real or a bluff? One moment there is talk of opposition figures being released, the next, officials are assaulting activists. Sep 11, 2018
Iran factor seen in Tajikistan’s stranded trucks Relations between Tajikistan and Iran have fallen to an all-time low of late. Sep 4, 2018
Russia sends more teachers to Tajikistan The 52 schoolteachers are being dispatched to locations all across the country, including to the Pamirs. Sep 1, 2018
Report: Tajikistan mounts air assault on Afghan territory following border skirmish Strike confirms willingness to engage in cross-border operations to secure southern front. Aug 27, 2018
Tajikistan struck by mortar fire, possibly from Afghanistan Local police say at least two people were killed. Aug 26, 2018
Tajikistan frees lawyer in another surprise gesture of clemency There is talk the government may free many more under a widespread amnesty. Aug 24, 2018
Tajikistan: Alleged security services agent reveals assassination plot The man claims he received orders to kill IRPT leader Muhiddin Kabiri. Aug 23, 2018
Tajikistan releases whistleblower but leaves conviction in place Khairullo Mirsaidov will walk free but have to pay $8,500 in fines. Aug 22, 2018
Tajikistan’s kandakori – a millennial craft keeps going strong We traveled to Isfara, in Tajikistan’s north, where masters are training new generations in the craft. Photos by Nozim Kalandarov Aug 16, 2018
Tajikistan: Rights groups urge clemency for journalist in appeal The coalition of 12 rights groups have urged the international community to follow the case closely. Aug 14, 2018
Tajikistan: Casualties reported in helicopter mountain crash A local news website says three mountaineers and two crew members were killed. Aug 13, 2018
Tajikistan: Helicopter carrying 13 mountaineers crashes Initial statement provided no details on condition of passengers. Aug 12, 2018
Tajikistan fights Islamic State, Interior Minister stages play His play tells the story of young man who goes to Syria to join Islamic State. Aug 9, 2018
Internet grinds to near-halt in Tajikistan News and social media sites are frequently inaccessible. Aug 6, 2018
Killings in Tajikistan send chill through tourism business Only days ago, the government was claiming great strides in promoting the tourist industry. Aug 3, 2018
Unpacking debt in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Compared to their peers, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan are on a borrowing spree. Samten Bhutia Aug 1, 2018
Tajikistan: A mystery Islamic State conversion for a hopeless young man The government is trying to blame the exiled opposition for a deadly car attack that killed four foreign cyclists this week. Jul 31, 2018
Tajikistan: Four foreign cyclists killed in apparent attack Police say at least four suspects have been killed. Jul 30, 2018
Saudis brag about giving Tajikistan $200M in aid The ultimate goal of this largesse is transparently to push Iran out of the country. Jul 28, 2018
Tajikistan and Russia in Pamir military drills first The unusual exercises may be a response to Chinese security interests in the region. Chris Rickleton Jul 17, 2018
Tajikistan: Monopoly practices send fuel prices soaring The fuel business is largely controlled by a company belonging to Shamsullo Sohibov, a son-in-law of President Emomali Rahmon. Jul 13, 2018
Tajikistan: Prosecutors warn media not to discuss journalist's jailing They claim the public conversation could constitute obstruction of justice. Jul 13, 2018
