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New Kyrgyzstan language law will raise Russia tensions
Kyrgyzstan’s new language bill highlights the long-term decline of the Russian language across much of Central Asia
Kyrgyzstan
Weaker ruble will add to inflationary pressures
Rising prices and a weaker currency are causing problems for the Central Bank
Russia
Baku tightens grip over Nagorno-Karabakh
Azerbaijan tightens blockade of the Nagorno-Karabakh region to establish full control
Azerbaijan
Russia-Iran partnership will continue despite rows
Russia is no longer the senior partner in its relations with Iran but they still have much to keep them collaborating
Iran
CIS economic group will help Russia weather sanctions
Trade within the Eurasian Economic Union substitutes for trade with the EU and helps reorientation towards Asia
CIS