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Why Turkmenistan’s decades old ‘door to hell’ is fading

Turkmenistan's "door to hell" crater, a fiery landmark for decades, is significantly weakening. Authorities are actively reducing the natural gas flow feeding the persistent flames. This fiery spectacle, once a major tourist draw, is now an environmental concern. Scientists continue monitoring methane emissions from the site for climate research. The…

The Times of India

Ultra-reclusive Turkmenistan slowly opens up to tourists

ASHGABAT — From a gas crater dubbed the "Gateway to Hell" to the shimmering marble buildings of its capital, Turkmenistan is tentatively opening up to tourists after decades of isolation.

Bangkok Post

Turkmenistan's 'heavenly' Akhal-Teke horses celebrated in annual beauty pageants

The Central Asian country of Turkmenistan is immensely proud of its horses. The ancient and endangered Akhal-Teke species has become a symbol of great national pride in a deeply isolated state where power is firmly concentrated, and are considered so beautiful that beauty pageants are held for them annually. The…

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Three Central Asian countries jointly building 2,000 MW hydropower plant

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are set to launch a joint hydropower plant with a capacity of nearly 2,000 MW.

Euronews

The ‘Gate to Hell’: Why this burning crater in Turkmenistan still possesses a hidden threat

In the middle of the Karakum Desert in Turkmenistan, there is one of the most surreal sights on our planet, a giant crater that has been burning for decades. Dubbed the ‘Gate to Hell,’ this burning crater was never meant to be in this state. What started as a scientific…

The Times of India

Turkmenistan’s ‘Door to Hell’: A place that looks like hell on Earth and is burning nonstop for over 50 years

In the middle of Turkmenistan’s Karakum Desert lies something that looks straight out of a nightmare. The Door to Hell which is a massive, burning crater that has been on fire for decades. Soviet-era drilling reportedly caused it in 1971. They say a gas rig collapsed, and to stop poisonous…

The Times of India

5 Unique Horse Breeds Found Across the World

The horse is one of the most recognizable animals. They have walked alongside humans for thousands of years, shaping history, culture, and everyday life. Some of the horses are built to survive in hot climates whereas some are for cold. Here are five unique horse breeds from around the world…

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Hundreds of Air France passengers stranded in ‘world’s weirdest city’ after engine failure

Turkmenistan has strict red tape according to the Foreign Office, including a mandatory £23 Covid test fee

The Independent UK

National leader Berdimuhamedow on Turkmenistan’s neutrality and EU ties

In this episode of Eurasia Talks, Turkmenistan’s national leader Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow reaffirms the country’s commitment to neutrality, global cooperation, and economic partnerships.

Euronews

Trump and leaders of Central Asian countries meet in Washington in strategic partnership boost

Trump hosted the leaders of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan in the White House as he looks for ways to diversify Washington’s supply of critical minerals needed for the production of high-technology.

Euronews

'Raped, Jailed, Tortured, Left To Die': The Hell Of Being Gay In Turkmenistan

Two men who escaped one of the world's most secretive and repressive states have told AFP how they were tortured, beaten and raped in Turkmenistan for the "crime" of being gay.

International Business Times

Turkmenistan's Methane-spewing 'Gateway To Hell' Loses Its Anger

People go to the "Gateway to Hell" gas crater in the middle of the Turkmenistan desert expecting an angry cauldron but are now coming away unimpressed.

International Business Times

China’s Xi Jinping meets Central Asian leaders: Why their summit matters

China is the region’s top trading partner, but Russia and the US both have a presence, too.

Al Jazeera

Macron courts Turkmenistan's leader in rare Elysee talks over gas reserves

French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday hosted the de facto leader of Turkmenistan for rare talks at the Elysee Palace, with Paris showing interest in the vast gas reserves of the reclusive Central Asian state.

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The Conversation

China is reshaping central Asia’s energy sector as Russian influence fades

China has been developing closer ties with countries in central Asia over recent years. Trade between China and the central Asia region grew to US$89 billion (£69 billion) in 2023, an increase of 27% on the previous year. Chinese trade rose with every country there except Turkmenistan.

Euronews

The race for Central Asia’s transport routes: Who will dominate the new Silk Roads?

With Europe searching for trade routes that bypass Russia, eyes have turned to the region.

The Independent UK

One of the world’s most closed countries has just made it easier to visit

Visa support letters will no longer be needed

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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 Times of India

East Bengal crash out of AFC Challenge League, lose to FC Arkadag in quarter-finals

A depleted East Bengal side suffered a 1-2 defeat against FC Arkadag of Turkmenistan, ending their AFC Challenge League campaign at the quarterfinal stage on Wednesday.

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Putin To Meet Iranian President To Discuss Middle East Situation

Russian President Putin and Iranian President Pezeshkian to meet in Turkmenistan to discuss Middle East tensions and regional security.

International Business Times

Afghanistan Says To Begin Work On Huge Gas Pipeline

Afghanistan said Wednesday work would begin on a $10 billion gas pipeline traversing South Asia as officials joined dignitaries in neighbouring Turkmenistan to celebrate its completion on that side of the border.

The Times of India

'Underdogs' East Bengal look to defy odds against Turkmenistan challengers

KOLKATA: Carles Cuadrat the realist is saying that East Bengal FC will not start favourites against Turkmenistan's Altyn Asyr FC in the AFC Champions League preliminary play-off.

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