Attack on Journalist Syrgak Abdyldaev

March 6, 2009, Bishkek. The Embassy of the United States condemns the attack on Syrgak Abdyldaev, political reporter for the independent newspaper Reporter-Bishkek.

We urge an immediate and thorough investigation into this terrible attack.  Attacks against journalists are attacks against the very foundation of civil society.  Attempts to silence journalistic investigations and reporting through violence or intimidation can not be tolerated.

The U.S. Embassy hopes for Mr. Abdyldaev’s speedy and full recovery.