Ousted leader takes refuge in Russia

KYRGYZSTAN’S overthrown President Askar Akayev revealed yesterday he is staying near Moscow and will not resign.

Ousted leader takes refuge in Russia

“I’m in Russia, outside Moscow,” Mr Akayev said.

“I’ve not resigned. I am the only elected and legitimate president of Kyrgyzstan. I don’t see any reason or justification to resign.”

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