Kazakhstan
Russia Fires Iranian Satellite Into Space, Prompting Spying Concerns
Western intelligence officials have expressed concerns that the "Khayyam" satellite could help Russia in Ukraine and allow Iran to spy on its neighbors in the Middle East.
Russian Empire Will Fall as Areas Rebel Over War: Ukraine Defense Minister
Defense Minister Oleksii Reznikov said the Russian Federation will "finish its life" as different countries.
Putin Ally Speaks Out Against Ukraine Approach to His Face
Kazakhstan does not recognize "quasi-state territories which, in our view, is what Luhansk and Donetsk are," Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said.
It Mud Be Love: Bride Forgives Groom for Dropping Her in Slime
A bride had her wedding vows tested to the breaking point when her groom dropped her in a puddle of mud as they posed for pictures.
Cracks Are Emerging in Putin's Alliance Against the West
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) met in Moscow on Monday but only Belarus's leader showed support for the Ukraine war.
'Hero' Saves Toddler Dangling From 8th Floor Window in Shocking Video
To honor his bravery, Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergency Situations awarded Shontakbaev Sabit with a medal.
Kazakhstan Crisis Not as Bad as Many Think
This latest crisis should be enough to steer the White House toward a strategic approach to Kazakhstan and not let the U.S.' competitors dominate the heart of Eurasia.
Kazakhstan Unrest Roils Crypto Market, Shows Weakness as Global Currency
When the Kazakhstan government shut down the internet it took 88,000 regional Bitcoin mines offline, causing the global hashrate to fall nearly 11%.
Where Are the Women in Kazakhstan's Protests?
The presence—or absence—of women in mass protests tells us a lot about the state of gender relations in a country.
Russian Troops, Called By Kazakhstan President, Leaving as Protests Dwindle
The protests were Kazakhstan's worst public unrest since it gained independence three decades ago, with dozens of civilians and law enforcement officers killed.
As Russia Takes On Kazakhstan 'Terrorists,' China Offers Security Support
Kazakhstan's top diplomat said his country "is ready to have close communication with China to strengthen security cooperation and jointly combat terrorism, separatism and extremism."
Kazakhstan 'Stabilized' After Nearly 8000 Arrested, 164 Killed in Protests
The protests in Kazakhstan over soaring fuel prices "were hijacked by terrorists, extremists and criminal groups," said the country's Foreign Ministry.
Moscow Blasts U.S. After Antony Blinken Questions Russian Troops
Russian officials suggested Blinken look at U.S. history after stating "once Russians are in your house, it's sometimes very difficult to get them to leave."
Exiled Ex-PM of Kazakhstan Hopes Unrest Is 'Signal for Real Change'
Akezhan Kazhegeldin told Newsweek the U.S. was needed to ensure an end to so-called strongman Nursultan Nazarbayev's influence.
Russia Blames U.S. Military 'Interferences' for Kazakhstan Crisis
Russia's U.S. ambassador said Kazakhstan's turmoil is rooted in destabilizing U.S. military intervention across Western and Central Asia.
Kazakhs: 1, Experts: 0
How the shock uprising in Central Asia again demonstrates that politics isn't a science.
Kazakhstan President Issues Shoot to Kill Order After Russian Troops Arrive
"I have given the order to law enforcement and the army to shoot to kill without warning," President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said.
Taliban 'Closely Monitoring' Kazakhstan Unrest Amid Russia-led Intervention
"Before foreign intervention, the Kazakhstan government and the protesters must end the ongoing unrest through dialogue," Taliban member Al-Hanafi Wardak told Newsweek.
Police Officer Beheaded in Kazakhstan As Violence Escalates
Russian paratroopers have been dispatched to quell the violence sparked by protests against a rise in gas prices.
Protesters, Police Killed as Kazakhstan Demonstrations Grow More Violent
Kazakh authorities announced hundreds had been injured and dozens killed in protests against rising fuel prices and the country's ruling party.
Russia Military Bloc to Send Troops at Kazakh Leader's Request Amid Unrest
Blaming "terrorists" for violent protests, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev "appealed to the heads of CSTO states," which also include Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Russia and Tajikistan.
Kazakhstan Riot Videos Show Country on Verge of Revolution
The President of Kazakstan was forced to call a state of emergency as police and the military deal with rioters and protestors.
Presidential Palace in Kazakhstan Burns as Protesters Get Violent
Kazakh protesters have gathered at the presidential residence and city hall in Almaty, with both buildings going up in flames Wednesday.
Video of Schoolchildren Reenacting Execution By Soldiers Goes Viral
The upsetting clip of the mock killing has been viewed more than 418,000 times on social media since it was uploaded.
China, Russia Bring Iran, Pakistan Into Fold to Face Afghanistan Crisis
Russia's top diplomat says he and his Chinese, Iranian and Pakistani counterparts "can make a difference in the region in helping the Afghan people to get out of the crisis created after the 20 years of the war, launched by the United States and NATO."
Russia to Hold Back-to-Back East, West Military Drills with China, Belarus
Russia is set to participate next week in the Zapad-Interaction 2021 drills with China involving more than 10,000 troops, and another Zapad exercise next month with Belarus including more than 12,800 personnel.
U.S., Russia Compete Among Afghanistan's Central Asia Neighbors
"Afghanistan and the wider Central Asian region constitute part of Russia's 'southern underbelly,' a term that underscores the sense of vulnerability it feels along its southern border," Tracey German of the Defence Studies Department at King's College London told Newsweek.
Kazakhstan is Committed to Democratization and Political Reforms
Kazakhstan is truly committed to democratization and political reforms, which means we remain a trusted partner for the United States, the European Union and the wider international community.
What Crucial Central Asian Elections Mean for Biden's Eurasian Policy
The dual elections in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan offer crucial insights for Biden's approach toward to those critical neighbors of Russia—and vital corridors for China's ambitious Belt and Road Initiative.
Kazakhs Launch Petition to Cancel 'Racist' 'Borat 2'
"Borat 2" sees the most famous fictional Kazakhstani return to screens—and some residents of the country are not happy with how they have been portrayed.