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Events in Afghanistan are being closely followed in neighbouring Uzbekistan. Rustam Qobil of 麻豆社 Uzbek tells us about the strong cultural and economic ties between the two countries, and what the main concerns are for Uzbekistan and for the Afghan Uzbek population.

Afghan Hazaras face persecution by the Taliban and have been fleeing over the Pakistani border in Balochistan. 麻豆社 Urdu's Saher Baloch went to Quetta to meet some of the refugees who've been welcomed by the local Hazara community, who also experience persecution.

Dariush Rajabian tells us how events in Afghanistan are being reported by 麻豆社 Persian, and how they reverberate in his home country, Tajikistan, where 麻豆社 Persian also has an audience.

For decades, India has hosted Afghans fleeing war or seeking education and business opportunities. 麻豆社 Hindi's Piyush Nagpal has spoken to Afghans in Delhi, some long-standing residents, and some just visiting but overtaken by events.

Russian shamans seek recognition
Shamans in Russia are demanding official recognition for their beliefs from the Russian state. Oleg Boldyrev of 麻豆社 Russian has been hearing their concerns, and he tells us about the heartlands of shamanism, in regions east of the Urals.

Our Ancestors: Hemalata Lavanam
The 麻豆社 Indian languages series Our Ancestors has been celebrating the achievements of trailblazing women from marginalised communities. 麻豆社 Telegu's Padma Meenakshi tells the story of social reformer Hemalata Lavanam from Andhra Pradesh.

Image: Afghans arrive at the Pakistan-Afghanistan border in Chaman
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