Kazakhstan, Islamist movements The jihadist network in Kazakhstan is becoming more unified and well-organized, potentially setting the stage for more deadly terrorist attacks in the region, according to a new study by the Medium-Orient Information Agency. The report warns that Kazakh terrorists may begin to operate in Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, and parts of Uzbekistan. Despite the relatively healthy Kazakh economy, seven major terrorist actions have occurred in the country over the last two years. The radical Islamists who perpetuate this violence mostly come from western Kazakhstan, where religious fundamentalism is a more appealing option for youth facing up to a 90% unemployment rate. Kazakh officials report that there are more than 200 Islamist radicals in the county associated with groups including al-Qaeda, the Islamic Movement of Eastern Turkestan, the Muslim Brotherhood, the Taliban and the Mujahidin of Central Asia. (The Jamestown Foundation, May 22, 2013)
Posted on: Tue, 02 Jul 2013 11:58:06 +0000
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