Kazakhstan
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Air accident
Russian air defences downed plane that crashed in Kazakhstan, four sources say
The Azerbaijan Airlines jet crashed after diverting from an area of southern Russia where Moscow has used air defence systems against Ukrainian drone strikes.
- by Nailia Bagirova and Gleb Stolyarov
Latest
Police uncover Nazi iconography, trip mine, grenades in Perth raids
A German anti-tank projectile was intercepted while en route from Kazakhstan to Perth, leading to WA Police and Border Force to two homes in Perth’s north-east.
- by Rebecca Peppiatt
This country’s national dish is fascinating … and challenging
It’s deeply cherished, and the source of much pride. Diss it at your peril (I learnt the hard way).
- by Ben Groundwater
Faster-melting snow causes major flooding in Russia and Kazakhstan
Thousands have been evacuated as major rivers such as the Ural, which flows through Kazakhstan into the Caspian, overwhelm embankments.
- by Guy Faulconbridge
How one billionaire emerged richer after being targeted by short seller Hindenburg
The notorious US short seller took aim at a Kazakh billionaire’s company with accusations that ranged from fraud and market manipulation to circumventing sanctions. Days later, the company’s stock surged to a record.
- by Nariman Gizitdinov
Opinion
Central Asia
The futuristic Asian city few Australians visit (or know about)
Who knew Astana features some of the world’s most amazing architecture? I didn’t, until I went there.
- by Ben Groundwater
Where have the Russians gone since mobilisation began?
Getting precise totals is difficult but the number of Russians who have left could run into hundreds of thousands, based on media reports and figures released by neighbouring states.
President Xi to cross paths with the Pope in Kazakhstan
China does not have diplomatic relations with the Vatican, and life has become harder for Catholics after the Communist Party recently launched a crackdown.
- by Huizhong Wu
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