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Astana Denies Russian Claims Tatarstan Drone Attack Launched from Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan
Astana Denies Russian Claims Tatarstan Drone Attack Launched from Kazakhstan
Skeptical that Ukraine had the ability to strike targets more than 1,200 kilometers away, Russian social media and politicians accused the Kazakhs of facilitating the strikes.
By Kyiv Post
Apr. 3, 13:16
Kazakhstan Pushes Back on Russian Recruitment of Central Asians for its Ukraine War
War in Ukraine
Kazakhstan Pushes Back on Russian Recruitment of Central Asians for its Ukraine War
The jail sentence handed to a Kazakh volunteer who fought for Wagner in Ukraine may act as a warning to those others from Central Asia who may be persuaded to fight for Russia.
By Kyiv Post
Nov. 30, 2023
The CSTO: With Friends Like the Kremlin, Who Needs Enemies?
Kazakhstan
ANALYSIS: The CSTO: With Friends Like the Kremlin, Who Needs Enemies?
Armenia’s snubbing of the latest Moscow-led summit may be the first indication that Russia’s allies are beginning to realize that the glue that binds is past its sell-by date.
By Ivana Stradner, Spencer Finley
Nov. 21, 2023
Russia Demonstrates Avangard Hypersonic Missile – Here’s What You Need to Know
Kazakhstan
ANALYSIS: Russia Demonstrates Avangard Hypersonic Missile – Here’s What You Need to Know
A TV channel owned by the Russian defense ministry showed the nuclear capable Avangard hypersonic ballistic missile being “prepared” for use on its Thursday broadcast.
By Steve Brown
Nov. 16, 2023
Armenia and Kazakhstan Reveal Cracks in Russian-Led Regional Blocs
Kazakhstan
ANALYSIS: Armenia and Kazakhstan Reveal Cracks in Russian-Led Regional Blocs
Armenia’s snubbing of Moscow-led summits combined with Kazakhstan’s leader’s behavior during President Putin’s recent visit may indicate a fundamental change in the existing power dynamic.
By Steve Brown
Nov. 15, 2023
Kazakh Leader Bewilders Russian Delegation with Language ‘Power Move’
Kazakhstan
Kazakh Leader Bewilders Russian Delegation with Language ‘Power Move’
Kazakh leader Kassym-Jomart Tokayev closed his speech in Kazakh instead of Russian to the confusion of the visiting Russian delegation as Moscow aimed to cement ties.
By Leo Chiu
Nov. 10, 2023
Kazakhstan Cancels Concert of Pro-Invasion Russian Singer
War in Ukraine
Kazakhstan Cancels Concert of Pro-Invasion Russian Singer
Russian 'star' Leps, who supports war against Ukraine, not welcome in Kazakhstan.
By AFP
Jun. 20, 2023
Kazakhstan Investigates 10 of Its Citizens for Fighting in Ukraine
War in Ukraine
Kazakhstan Investigates 10 of Its Citizens for Fighting in Ukraine
Kazakhstan ’s National Security Committee is currently investigating 10 criminal cases regarding its citizens’ alleged participation in Russia’s war on Ukraine.
By Kyiv Post
Apr. 18, 2023
Blinken Backs Kazakhstan Sovereignty as Ukraine Raises Fears
US
Blinken Backs Kazakhstan Sovereignty as Ukraine Raises Fears
US seeks to weaken Russia's influence in Central Adia by affirming support for the sovereignty of the key state in the region - Kazakhstan.
By AFP
Feb. 28, 2023
Kazakhstan Rejects Criticism of Presidential Election
War in Ukraine
Kazakhstan Rejects Criticism of Presidential Election
Kazakhstan has dismissed international criticism of its presidential vote, in which incumbent Kassym-Jomart Tokayev secured a landslide re-election victory. The foreign ministry said late on Monday th
By AFP
Nov. 22, 2022
Mixed Responses to Kazakh Presidential Election
War in Ukraine
Mixed Responses to Kazakh Presidential Election
Kazakhstan’s presidential polls, in which incumbent Kassym-Jomart Tokayev secured a landslide victory, lacked “competitiveness” and showed the need for reforms, international election monitors said Mo
By AFP
Nov. 21, 2022
Xi Vows Backing for Kazakhstan
War in Ukraine
Xi Vows Backing for Kazakhstan
China’s President Xi Jinping was in ex-Soviet Kazakhstan on Wednesday, sep. 14, on his first trip abroad since the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, ahead of a meeting with Russian leader Vladim
By AFP
Sep. 15, 2022