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The Grey Wolf Sign: A Fair Sign of Celebration or an Unacceptable Political Message?
Who could think that a football match would trigger debates on the genesis and myths of the Turkic people? Merih Demiral, Team Türkiye’s midfielder has come under a spotlight after he displayed a Grey Wolf gesture to celebrate his second goal.
Landmine Victims: Struggle for Safety in Post-Conflict Azerbaijan
The Abishov family is among the many Azerbaijani families who have suffered the loss of their loved ones to landmines. As more lives are claimed by landmines planted due to the occupation of Azerbaijani lands, urgent international support is essential to address this ongoing problem.
Saule Suleimenova: Celebrated Kazakh Contemporary Artist on Life, Family, and Art
Meet the artist who is turning plastic bags into art and giving ordinary people a voice through her artworks.
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One Caucasus Festival in Georgia Bridges Regional Divides
The One Caucasus Festival in Georgia unites diverse communities, fostering peace and cultural exchange among Armenians, Azerbaijanis, and Georgians.
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Armenian Radical Aram Brunson Faces Charges Over Potential Anti-Azerbaijani Attacks
In an inquiry launched by FBI anti-terrorist agents in January 2023 that’s finally coming to court in the US state of Massachusetts, Armenian diaspora activist Aram Brunson is accused of hiding bomb-making activities that were likely to be used against Azerbaijani targets.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Pledges Action on Language Rights, Lake Urmia, and Decentralization
Azerbaijani Turks of Iran have for years felt that Tehran has taken little notice of their specific grievances. However, with the recent election of Masoud Pezeshkian, himself having Azerbaijani roots, hopes for action are suddenly rising.
Thirty-six Countries are Urging the Georgian Government to Repeal the "Foreign Agents" Law
36 countries at the UN Human Rights Council urge Georgia to repeal its "foreign agents" law, warning it stifles media and civil society, posing grave threats to human rights and democracy.
Saiga Steaks: Kazakhstan to Cull Thousands of Once-Endangered Antelope as Numbers Rebound
Due to the once-endangered saiga antelope population increasing tenfold, the Kazakh government plans to cull 337,000 to protect farmers from agricultural damage caused by the animal’s grazing habits.
Uzbekistan’s Tourism Villages
Uzbekistan’s tourism village scheme is highlighting best practice in community-based tourism by supporting the rural tourism industry, with one village, Sentob, winning the 2023 UNWTO award for Best Tourism Village.
Are Glamping Yurts Yet Another Cultural Appropriation in The West?
Traditional housing used among many Central Asian nations today is utilized as an eco-friendly glamping option in the Western world. This is not the first instance when the heritage of the oppressed and underrepresented ethnic groups is used for profit. Yet who is to say what makes it cultural appropriation?
Caspian Region Gets New UNESCO Listings
On September 18, Unesco unveiled 27 new World Heritage features including three in the Caspian Region countries, plus the extension of another in Azerbaijan.
How Kazakhstan Is Reviving the Aral Sea that the Soviet Union Destroyed
Kazakhstan is leading the charge in reviving the Aral Sea, which while once a vital ecosystem, now remains a stark reminder of environmental consequences.
In Kazakhstan, the Fight Against Animal Cruelty is Far from Over
Despite new laws regarding animal abuse, incidents continue to make headlines in Kazakhstan, but what more is being done to prevent these horrific acts of cruelty?
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ProTenge’s Founder and Editor-in-Chief Found Guilty of “Spreading False Information”
Investigative journalist, founder, and editor-in-chief of the independent media ProTenge Jamilya Maricheva was fined for her January post on Telegram expressing support for Radio Azattyq’s journalists.
Kazakhstan: Will The New Amendments to the Law “On Mass Media” Infringe Media Freedom Even More?
RFE/RL’s lawsuit against the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, a potential ban on foreign media, and discrimination against journalists—Kazakhstani media’s troublesome reality.
The Latest Misogynist Remarks from Kazakh Politicians
As the government in Kazakhstan is reviewing a new bill with harsher sentences and penalties for domestic violence, Kazakh politicians continue to shock the public with their misogyny.
