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What's Behind The State Of Emergency And Protests Erupting Across Kazakhstan?


What's Behind The State Of Emergency And Protests Erupting Across Kazakhstan?
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A steep rise in energy prices appears to have triggered protests across Kazakhstan that resulted in mass arrests, the dismissal of the government, and the declaration of a state of emergency. For many Kazakhs, there has been long-simmering discontent over issues such as corruption, unemployment, and low wages. We take a closer look at what's driving the crisis in Kazakhstan.

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