The BBC’s local-language service in Kyrgyzstan is also suffering unexplained interruptions, following reports that RFE/RL’s Kyrgyz Service is no longer available on local frequencies. One of three BBC broadcasts yesterday was unavailable on Monday, although its 9 pm programme was back on the air. Aslan Kapai, a BBC Kyrgyz Service producer, told RFE/RL that the service’s 30-minute program at 8 pm Bishkek time was not available to Kyrgyz listeners. He said no explanation has been given either by the BBC’s affiliate stations or by Kyrgyz officials.
(Sources: RFE/RL, BBC)
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