Global Voices Online

Unzipped reports that there has been an official response to video circulating which shows security services shooting directly in front of them rather than into the air as the authorities claim. The blog notes that although prosecutors are seeking independent verification, they are already casting doubts on the authenticity of the video despite not having anyone authenticate the material to date.

The blog also says that the reason the video was seen despite attempts to restrict the dissemination of information other than official state propaganda is testimony to the power of the Internet.

Recent Links also in Central Asia & Caucasus

Misha reflects on the problems of water management in Central Asia against the background of the news about glacial retreat in Kyrgyzstan.

Sanjar shares his idea of creating opprtunities for market linkages between small entrepreneurs, shopkeepers, sellers and businesses in Afghanistan via the use of mobile technologies.