Putin furious: His ally is destabilized
Kremlin leader demands answers after pro-Russia president ousted in Kyrgyzstan
Russian President Vladimir Putin has demanded answers from the Kyrgyz government after a pro-Russia president was ousted in a popular uprising.
Sooronbay Jeenbekov resigned as president of Kyrgyzstan on Thursday after days of violent protests in the capital, Bishkek.
The protests were sparked by a disputed parliamentary election last month that was widely seen as rigged in favor of pro-government candidates.
Jeenbekov's resignation has thrown Kyrgyzstan into chaos, with rival political factions vying for power.
Putin has called on the Kyrgyz government to restore order and ensure the safety of Russian citizens in the country.
He has also warned that Russia will not tolerate any attempts to destabilize Kyrgyzstan or undermine its security.
Russia's role in Kyrgyzstan
Russia has long been a major player in Kyrgyzstan, a former Soviet republic that is strategically located in Central Asia.
Russia has a military base in Kyrgyzstan, and it provides the country with economic and political support.
Putin has been a close ally of Jeenbekov, and he has supported the Kyrgyz government's efforts to suppress dissent.
However, the recent protests have shown that Jeenbekov's grip on power was weaker than Putin had thought.
Putin is now facing a difficult dilemma. He can either continue to support the Kyrgyz government, which is increasingly unpopular, or he can cut his losses and withdraw his support.
If Putin withdraws his support, it could lead to the collapse of the Kyrgyz government and the rise of a more anti-Russian regime.
This would be a major setback for Russia's influence in Central Asia.
The future of Kyrgyzstan
The future of Kyrgyzstan is uncertain. The country is facing a deep political crisis, and it is unclear who will emerge as the next leader.
The protests have shown that the Kyrgyz people are frustrated with corruption and authoritarian rule.
They are demanding a more democratic and accountable government.
It remains to be seen whether the new government will be able to meet the demands of the people and restore stability to Kyrgyzstan.
