Armenian church dragged into Russia-Ukraine feud Armenia’s top cleric made an ambiguous statement involving the schism in the Orthodox world, but it’s been interpreted as backing Russia. Ani Mejlumyan Nov 21, 2018
Uzbekistan, Ukraine exchange import-ban threats amid trade row Kiev says Tashkent is unfairly subsidizing its carmakers, thereby undermining Ukrainian manufacturers. Nov 4, 2018
As Russian and Ukrainian churches feud, Georgia bides time The church said it is taking its time in formulating a response to the schism, while senior ecclesiastical officials have come out on both sides of the conflict. Joshua Kucera Oct 16, 2018
Perspectives | Ukraine disrupts the Russian church’s imperial vision Two recent commemorative events illustrate the long-standing Ukrainian-Russian church controversy Igor Torbakov Sep 6, 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
Taliban holds talks in Uzbekistan Discussions reportedly focused on railroads and power lines. Aug 13, 2018
Perspectives | On the importance of being Soviet The mixture of people you find in Kazakhstan testifies to one of the Soviet Union’s most enduring legacies. Alexander Morrison Aug 10, 2018
Russia extends blockade on Ukraine goods headed to Central Asia The restrictions have been in place since 2016 and were in response to Kiev's trade dealings with the EU. Jul 2, 2018
Reports: Pakistan pushes through accelerated plan for TAPI The revised plan envisions laying down pipelines, doing without compressor stations and a 2019 start date. May 2, 2018
US says Central Asia-focused ISIS recruiter killed in airstrike NATO is claiming escalating victories against the militant group, while Russia warns of mounting danger. Apr 10, 2018
Uzbekistan throws party for Afghanistan talks, Taliban skips What marked the conference as particularly unusual was the large number of international journalists in town. Mar 29, 2018
Ukraine Delays Investigation of Journalist Wanted by Azerbaijan The journalist's allies say the move increases the risk of his being abducted by Azerbaijan. Bradley Jardine Mar 20, 2018
Kazakhstan Grants U.S. Access to Ports for Afghan-Bound Goods By gaining access to Aktau and Kuryk, the United States adds additional routes to circumvent Russia. Mar 7, 2018
Perspectives | In Eastern Ukraine, Civilians Pay A top OSCE official monitoring the conflict says civilians are key to peace. Alisa Sopova Mar 6, 2018