"Any tough scenarios in Central Asia arouse concern. This is an unstable region, which can be inflamed by a single sparkle," he noted.
"The opposition in Uzbekistan has been acting under radical Islamic mottos. Uzbekistan and its neighbors, former Soviet republics, are temporal states and political struggle in them can be based on religion," the parliamentarian said.
Fundamentalism creates favorable environment for international terrorism, Margelov emphasized.
"It is hard to predict further developments in Uzbekistan. The Uzbek authorities are reportedly ready to take resolute measures against rebels in Andizhan. The events in the Fergana valley are a challenge against the incumbent leadership. It is proved by the existence of powerful and hostile underground forces," Mikhail Margelov said.
Uzbekistan is one of the key members of the international anti-terrorist coalition acting against the Taliban and Al Qaida. Therefore, it is necessary to preserve stability in the country, he stressed.
