Central Asia
By Larry Habegger | Permalink |
No Comments | May 17th, 2005 | Trackback
Some Central Asian countries are currently experiencing unrest. In Uzbekistan, protests in the eastern city of Andizhan were put down in what has been described as a massacre, with reports of more than 700 demonstrators killed. Many Uzbeks fled the violence by crossing into Kyrgyzstan, where in March massive protests brought down the government. The situation along the border in the regions of Jalalabad and Osh is fluid and these areas should be avoided. In Kazakhstan, given the proximity to Uzbekistan, the U.S. Embassy advises Americans to avoid large crowds or places where foreigners congregate. In Tajikistan, the U.S. Embassy urges Americans to avoid the nightclub “Casino” because a U.S. citizen was assaulted there and the club is considered unsafe.
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Central Asia
By Larry Habegger | Permalink |
No Comments | May 3rd, 2005 | Trackback
The U.S. State Department reiterated its concerns about the potential for terrorist attacks in Central Asia, citing information that militant groups may be planning attacks in the region and encouraging Americans to be vigilant. Many groups in the area harbor anti-American feelings and in the past have detonated explosives or used suicide bombers in public areas such as markets and local government facilities. Attacks have also occurred at the U.S. and Israeli Embassies in Uzbekistan. Targets could include areas where foreigners congregate.
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