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Europe Sees Near 10% Rise in Childhood Tuberculosis Cases

A new report reveals a near 10% year-on-year increase in childhood tuberculosis cases in Europe and Central Asia in 2023, exceeding 7,500 cases, largely due to the lingering effects of COVID-19 pandemic disruptions to healthcare services; this is further complicated by the high number of cases invol...

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Diverse Spring Equinox Celebrations Across Central Asia

Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan celebrate the spring equinox with distinct traditions: Azerbaijan's Novruz includes fire jumping and symbolic figures; Kazakhstan's Nauryznama is a 10-day festival emphasizing family and nomadic traditions; Turkey's Nevruz is a community-driven celebrat...

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Putin and Rahmon Initiate Educational and Cultural Projects in Tajikistan

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Tajikistani President Emomali Rahmon in Moscow on March 5th, discussing regional security, the impact of climate change on Tajikistan's glaciers, and celebrating the recent Tajik parliamentary elections; they also initiated construction projects for an educa...

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Putin and Tokayev Discuss Enhanced Trade and Energy Cooperation

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev discussed furthering bilateral cooperation in trade, economics, and energy, following agreements from Putin's November 2024 Astana visit, which included a joint statement on deepening strategic partnership and attracting for...

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Turkmenistan Ships Gas to Turkey via Iran

Turkmenistan started shipping natural gas to Turkey through Iran on March 6, 2024, as confirmed by Iran's Oil Minister; five million cubic meters of gas will transit Iran daily, strengthening Iran's regional influence and economic ties with its neighbors.

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China-Tajikistan Bridge Project: Boosting Central Asia Connectivity

China and Tajikistan agreed to build a 920-meter-long bridge across the Surkhob River in Tajikistan, the longest in Central Asia, furthering their economic and infrastructural cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative, expected to be completed in four years.

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Crocus City Hall Attack Fuels Anti-Migrant Crackdown in Russia

The trial continues for the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack, which killed 146 and injured 550, prompting anti-migrant legislation and increased deportations in Russia; the Khorasan Vilayat claimed responsibility.

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US Funding Cuts Jeopardize Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

The US government, under President Trump, cut funding for Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), jeopardizing its future; the outlet broadcasts in 27 languages across 23 countries and provided key information from Russian-occupied territories in Ukraine.

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Kazakh Blogger Faces Prison for Satirical Post Amidst Russia Tensions

Kazakh blogger Temirlan Ensebek faces up to seven years in prison for a satirical Instagram post referencing an anti-Russian song, sparking international concern over freedom of speech and highlighting Kazakhstan's complex relationship with Russia.

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Belt and Road Initiative Improves Central Asian Healthcare

China's Belt and Road Initiative significantly improves healthcare in Central Asia via Xinjiang Medical University's collaborations, resulting in higher cure rates for tuberculosis and increased access to advanced medical technology, further boosted by integrating medical services with tourism.

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Tajikistan's Parliamentary Election: A Sham Amidst Opposition Exclusion

Tajikistan held parliamentary elections today, with only pro-government parties participating, while opposition groups decried the process as a sham due to the absence of independent observers and restricted media access; 59% voter turnout was reported by midday.

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Foreign Militants Join Syrian Security Forces, Raising Regional Security Concerns

Up to 20,000 foreign militants, including 6,000 from the Islamic Movement of Eastern Turkestan focused on destabilizing China, have joined Syrian security forces, raising concerns of regional destabilization and potential spillover effects, according to Marat Imankulov, Secretary of the Kyrgyz Secur...

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