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Horses are part of a state cult - pictures from one of the world's most isolated countries
CZ🏛️ Politics6 days ago

Horses are part of a state cult - pictures from one of the world's most isolated countries

The article discusses how horses have become part of the national cult in Turkmenistan, a highly isolated Central Asian country. It references a song by Turkmenistan's leader, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, which praises horses as more valuable than gold. The piece highlights the symbolic importance of horses in Turkmen culture, particularly under the leadership of Berdimuhamedow, who has promoted them as a central element of national identity. This reflects broader efforts by the regime to reinforce cultural symbols that align with its political narrative.

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Horses are part of a state cult - pictures from one of the world's most isolated countries

The article discusses how horses have become part of the national cult in Turkmenistan, a highly isolated Central Asian country. It references a song by Turkmenistan's leader, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, which praises horses as more valuable than gold. The piece highlights the symbolic importance of horses in Turkmen culture, particularly under the leadership of Berdimuhamedow, who has promoted them as a central element of national identity. This reflects broader efforts by the regime to reinforce cultural symbols that align with its political narrative.

Bias read (Center): The article presents information about the role of horses in Turkmenistan's national identity without overtly favoring any political perspective. It quotes the president's lyrics but does not provide commentary or context that would indicate a clear ideological slant. The focus is on cultural and象征性

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