When I was in Kyrgyzstan in 2003, it seemed like the most stable and tolerant of the Stans. Then came the overthrow of President Akayev last March, followed by continued unrest. Now the Kyrgyz are shooting it out for the position of head of the Olympic committee...
Kyrgyz wrestling hero shot dead
Kyrgyz wrestling hero shot dead
Kyrgyz wrestling hero shot dead
When I was in Kyrgyzstan in 2003, it seemed like the most stable and tolerant of the Stans. Then came the overthrow of President Akayev last March, followed by continued unrest. Now the Kyrgyz are shooting it out for the position of head of the Olympic committee...