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Tensions between Russia and Uzbekistan are rapidly escalating. The Uzbek Ministry of Foreign Affairs has officially accused Russian authorities of conducting unauthorized inspections and subjecting Uzbek citizens to rude and humiliating treatment on the streets of Russian cities.
For years, Uzbek migrant workers have played a crucial role in Russia’s economy — building infrastructure, cleaning streets, working in restaurants, and supporting everyday life. Now, reports of arbitrary document checks, street detentions, and degrading behavior are triggering a diplomatic backlash.
Is this a turning point in Russia–Uzbekistan relations?
What does this mean for millions of Central Asian migrant workers in Russia?
And could this crisis reshape Moscow’s ties with the entire region?
In this video, we break down the latest developments, official statements