Listen "Episode 16 - Central Asian Fighters in Ukraine"
Episode Synopsis
This week we take a look at a new probe into the death of the Kazakh opposition leader in 2005. The Kazakh president stepping down. Nazarbayev being stripped of his titles. A report finally being released on bride kidnapping. A new controversial eco-city. The Kyrgyz president intervening in court cases. More clashes along the Uzbek border. The Uzbek foreign minister stepping down after his comments on Ukraine, and more COVID troubles in Turkmenistan. We also take a deep dive into Russia's recruitment of Central Asian citizens for its war in Ukraine. Joining us this week: - Sher Khashimov (Freelance Journalist) Follow the show on @SLonCentralAsia For more info please visit - www.oxussociety.org
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