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Judo: Golden Finishes and Heavyweight Heroes in Dushanbe

The final day of the 2025 Dushanbe Grand Slam saw thrilling ippons, home glory for Rakhimov, and breakout golds for Hajiyev, Reid, Kostoev, and Jia. Tajikistan closed the event with power, pride, and passion on the tatami.

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Golden Glory in Dushanbe: Tajikistan Shines on Day 2

Day 2 of the 2025 Dushanbe Grand Slam saw Tajikistan claim two golds and one bronze. Local stars Asadulloev and Makhmadbekov thrilled home fans with stunning wins, while Cvjetko and Bold also earned impressive victories. A memorable showcase of judo excellence.

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Judo Shines in Dushanbe: History, Heroes and Home Glory

The Dushanbe Grand Slam kicked off with thrilling judo action, packed stands, and historic moments. Madina Qurbonzoda, just 17, claimed bronze for Tajikistan, as stars like Buchard and Aghayev took gold. The local passion proves judo truly reigns supreme in Tajikistan.

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Climate crisis made ‘bonkers’ central Asia heatwave up to 10C hotter

Springtime heat in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan likely to become more common as planet warms, accelerating glacier loss and threatening water supplies

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EU urged to put human rights centre stage at first central Asia summit

Bloc to discuss trade, security and energy with leaders of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan

The Guardian - UK

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes

Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov ratified the deal on 13 March in Bishkek.

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Tajikistan Launches Crackdown On 'Witchcraft' And Fortune-telling

In a block of flats in Tajikistan's capital Dushanbe, a turbaned woman cautiously opened the door of her apartment a chink, letting out a waft of incense.

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Afghan Woman Teacher, Jailed Tajik Lawyer Share Top Rights Prize

An Afghan teacher and a jailed lawyer from Tajikistan on Tuesday won the Martin Ennals Award, one of the world's most prestigious rights prizes, with the jury hailing their "exceptional courage".

International Business Times

150,000-year-old rock-shelter in Tajikistan found on 'key route for human expansion' used by Homo sapiens, Neanderthals and Denisovans

A newfound rock-shelter in Tajikistan has artifacts created by ancient humans spanning 130,000 years.

LiveScience

On the Silk Roads: adventure and historical riches in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan

A new British Museum exhibition gives a taste of the rich cultures along these ancient routes, but a trip to central Asia offers much more – stunning architecture, moreish food and wild trekking

The Guardian - UK

War over water in Central Asia's Ferghana Valley

In the Ferghana Valley of Central Asia, neighbouring Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan are at loggerheads over crucial water resources. This territorial dispute is exacerbated by climate change and the gradual melting of glaciers in the region. Is the future of the Ferghana Valley at risk? FRANCE 24's Marie Boyer and Germain…

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Frenchman Teddy Riner becomes judo's most decorated athlete at the Olympics

Frenchman Teddy Riner won the gold in the +100kg division on Friday, making history as the first athlete to win four gold medals at the Olympics in judo. South Korea's Kim Minjong took silver while Tajikistan's Temur Rakhimov and Alisher Yusupov of Uzbekistan were both awarded bronze.

France 24

China's Xi Pledges Support For Tajikistan 'Territorial Integrity'

Chinese President Xi Jinping promised on Friday to defend the "territorial integrity" of Tajikistan as he announced a boost to diplomatic relations with the neighbouring country on a rare visit.

International Business Times

1 Mining Stock That's the Only U.S. Source of a Critical Metal

From semiconductors and printed circuit boards to the glass in our cell phones, we use antimony every day. And the Pentagon needs antimony trisulfide as an essential component in hundreds of munition types. China, Russia, and Tajikistan control 90% of the world’s supply, but antimony will soon be mined in…

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The Independent UK

AP sources: 8 people with possible Islamic State ties arrested in US on immigration violations

Eight individuals from Tajikistan with suspected ties to the Islamic State have been arrested in the United States in recent days

International Business Times

In Tajikistan, Climate Migrants Flee Threat Of Fatal Landslides

Peeling onions in her new home, Yodgoroy Makhmaliyeva recalled the terrifying moment four years ago when a landslide buried her family home in mountainous Tajikistan.

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Tajikistan Reports Migrants Leaving Russia After Concert Hall Attack

Tajikistan witnesses an increase in migrants returning from Russia post-concert hall attack in Kazan, prompting safety concerns and government support efforts.

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Foreign Diplomats Pay Tribute At Moscow Attack Site

Foreign diplomats pay respects at site of tragic Moscow concert hall attack. Death toll rises to 144, suspects detained and court proceedings initiated.

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Nine detained in Tajikistan in relation to Moscow concert hall attack

A Russian court meanwhile charged one more suspect in last week’s deadly attack on Crocus City Hall.

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Nine Detained In Tajikistan Over Moscow Concert Hall Attack

Nine individuals detained in Tajikistan for suspected ties to Moscow concert hall attack. Russian officials implicate Ukraine and Western powers in the inc...

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Russian Investigators Question Families Of Tajikistan Shooting Suspects

Russian investigators question families of suspects in Tajikistan shooting incident to determine motives and gather information.

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Four Men Detained In Moscow Terrorist Attack Case

Moscow court orders pre-trial detention for Tajikistan nationals accused of terrorist act at Crocus City Hall.

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Tajikistan And Russia Unite Against Terrorism After Moscow Attack

Tajikistan stands with Russia in fighting terrorism after Moscow attack. Leaders express solidarity and cooperation in joint efforts against terrorism.

The Guardian - UK

Putin says radical Islamists carried out Moscow attack but maintains suggestion of Ukraine role

Russian president says he is interested in ‘who ordered’ terror attack as US and France say Islamic State branch was responsible

The Guardian - UK

Monday briefing: Why Vladimir Putin won’t link Islamic State to Moscow terror attack

In today’s newsletter: As Russia mourns, the president is ignoring evidence of Islamic State’s responsibility – and instead hinting at a link to Ukraine

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