Police in Kazakhstan have arrested about 2,000 people in the country’s largest city, Almaty, Russian news agencies reported, citing the country’s interior ministry.
“The police in Almaty started cleaning the streets (…). In total, about 2,000 people were taken to police stations, “the Interior Ministry said, according to TASS and Ria Novosti.
Earlier, police said they had “neutralized” dozens of riots, with the country suffering from the worst unrest since gaining independence when the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991.
In addition, the Russian news agency RIA reported that Kazakhstan has temporarily suspended entry into the country of foreigners. The news agency cites the Kazakh embassy in Uzbekistan.
Fuel price ceiling
The government of Kazakhstan announced today that it has set a six-month ceiling on fuel prices, amid chaotic unrest in the country, fueled by anger over rising gas prices.
The measure, which is explained in detail on the website of the country’s prime minister, aims to “stabilize the socio-economic situation” in this Central Asian country.
EU: Russia to respect national sovereignty in Kazakhstan
The European Union (EU) has called on Russia to respect Kazakhstan’s national sovereignty and independence as Russia sends paratroopers to help quell the insurgency.
The European Commission has called for restraint on all sides.
“The violence must stop. We also call for restraint on all sides and a peaceful resolution of the situation. “Now, obviously, the EU is ready and willing to support a dialogue in the country,” said a spokesman for the commission.
Earlier, Russia announced today that it would consult with Kazakhstan and other allies on further moves to support the “counter-terrorism” operation there and to release critical infrastructure.
Uranium production and exports continue normally
Kazatomprom, the world’s largest uranium producer, said today it was operating normally with no impact on production or exports.
“Uranium mining continues according to the plan so that there will be no interruptions. “The company is keeping its export contracts,” said a Kazatomprom spokesman.
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