Islam Karimov: Uzbek leader headed repressive regime, judged vital by allies
His willingness to allow ‘extraordinary rendition’ was seen as more important than his consistent crushing of human rights at home
Uzbekistan names PM Shavkat Mirziyoyev as interim president
Parliament underlines ‘need to preserve stability’ in appointing Karimov successor
Uzbek leader in intensive care after brain haemorrhage
Islam Karimov (78) has run country since it was a Soviet republic
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