In the wake of a contested election, Kyrgyzstan’s civil society activists, opponent politicians, and independent journalists are being heavily targeted online - with help from the country’s post-crisis leader.
Amid post-election chaos, Kyrgyz-language social media was increasingly flooded with support for nationalist politician Sadyr Japarov - and can help explain his unlikely rise to prime minister.
If ordinary people improve the prospects for dialogue, they can deescalate violence at critical times. That's how they can ensure that history does not repeat itself.
