Kyrgyzstan

Russia considers several countries in its periphery to be important but not critical. They are also easy to control, making them less of a focus for Moscow. (With STRATFOR maps and interactive graphic) [more]

Russia wants to consolidate its control over key Eurasian states -- but how far is it willing and able to go? (With STRATFOR map and interactive graphic) [more]

The secretary-general of the Collective Security Treaty Organization has suggested that Russia's nuclear umbrella has been extended to the alliance. [more]

Recent developments have prompted Azerbaijan to consider membership in the Russia-led Collective Security Treaty Organization. [more]

Although Russia's control over Central Asia's energy sector is unquestionable, recent and upcoming developments could weaken Russia's grip. [more]

Moscow may set up a foundation to protect and assist Russian nationals living abroad. The tactic is not new, but this time it will emphasize Russian minorities to influence Russia's neighbors. [more]

The geography and allocation of resources in Central Asia has led to frequent and intensifying disputes among the region's five countries. [more]

Kyrgyz President Kurmanbek Bakiyev will make sweeping reforms -- triggering the resignation of the prime minister and the Cabinet. (With STRATFOR map) [more]

Russia is maneuvering to further consolidate its control over Central Asia, and the United States is only one of its concerns. [more]

A deal has been signed to allow U.S. military personnel, equipment and supplies bound for Afghanistan to go through Russian airspace. [more]

Kyrgyzstan has agreed to allow the United States to continue using Manas Air Base. [more]

An agreement to allow the U.S. military continued basing privileges at Manas is anything but final. [more]

Beijing has promised $10 billion in credit for Central Asian countries. [more]

With Kazakhstan temporarily focused inward, Uzbekistan has sought to seize the opportunity to return to its historical role as regional leader. (With STRATFOR maps) [more]

U.S. and NATO operations at Manas Air Base in Kyrgyzstan have taken another blow. [more]

At a time of shifting geopolitics in the Middle East, Iran is finding its regional and international relationships on shaky ground. [more]

Ongoing U.S.-Russian competition for influence in Central Asia has thrust Uzbekistan into the spotlight. With Stratfor maps [more]

Among countries dependent on remittances from workers abroad, some are more vulnerable to social upheaval than others. [more]

Conflicting reports surfacing over the closing of the U.S. air base at Manas indicate Kyrgyzstan's desire to play the United States and Russia off of one another. [more]