Kyrgyzstan: Politician’s mob rampage draws army onto the streets Japarov and his supporters have shown little compunction in using violence to try and achieve their ends, although the events in Bishkek today easily outstrip anything that has happened in this crisis to date. Peter Leonard Oct 9, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Economy and healthcare shattering under weight of crisis Any political turmoil was bound to worsen Kyrgyzstan's eviscerated economy, but what has happened over the past week has been especially destructive. Peter Leonard, Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Oct 8, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Taking power one building at a time The threat of serious violence hangs heavy over these small farces of impromptu constitutional procedure. Peter Leonard Oct 7, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Anarchic power transition unfolds under shadow of violence A prime minister has been nominated under highly unusual conditions. Peter Leonard Oct 7, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Power vacuum creates uncertainty and grab for top jobs Nobody seems certain about President Jeenbekov's whereabouts. Peter Leonard Oct 6, 2020
As dawn breaks in Kyrgyzstan, protesters control government buildings A tainted election was swiftly followed by a violent night and confusion about who rules Kyrgyzstan. Peter Leonard Oct 6, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Police and protesters clash in post-election mêlée Police used rubber bullets and stun grenades to disperse rock-wielding demonstrators. Injuries were reported on both sides. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva, Peter Leonard Oct 5, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Competitive elections turn into rout for status quo The election did not feel very competitive in the president's hometown. Peter Leonard, Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Oct 4, 2020