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Yemeni Houthis Strike Israel for the First Time Since the Start of the Conflict
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Yemeni Houthis Strike Israel for the First Time Since the Start of the Conflict

// AP, Euronews According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), a rocket was launched from Yemeni territory towards Israel on the night of March 28, leading to the declaration of an air raid alert in several areas. However, the air defense system was able to intercept the rocket. Later, the Houthis confirmed the attack, stating that a "barrage of rockets" was aimed at "key Israeli military targets." They explained their actions as a response to Israeli strikes on Iran,

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Yemeni Houthis Strike Israel for the First Time Since the Start of the Conflict
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Yemeni Houthis Strike Israel for the First Time Since the Start of the Conflict

// AP, Euronews According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), a rocket was launched from Yemeni territory towards Israel on the night of March 28, leading to the declaration of an air raid alert in several areas. However, the air defense system was able to intercept the rocket. Later, the Houthis confirmed the attack, stating that a "barrage of rockets" was aimed at "key Israeli military targets." They explained their actions as a response to Israeli strikes on Iran,

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Folk Legends: Gold Hidden in the Mountains of the Tyup District, Brought on 300 Camels

In the mountains of the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, the gold of Genghis Khan is hidden. This was reported to the correspondent of Turmush by the elders of the village. According to them, the gold is reportedly hidden in an area 2 km from the village of Ak-Bulak. According to legend, in the 12th century, Genghis Khan's gold was brought here on about 300 camels and hidden in a cave. Some local residents say that the gold is buried along with the camels. In this area, on the slope

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Folk Legends: Gold Hidden in the Mountains of the Tyup District, Brought on 300 Camels

In the mountains of the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, the gold of Genghis Khan is hidden. This was reported to the correspondent of Turmush by the elders of the village. According to them, the gold is reportedly hidden in an area 2 km from the village of Ak-Bulak. According to legend, in the 12th century, Genghis Khan's gold was brought here on about 300 camels and hidden in a cave. Some local residents say that the gold is buried along with the camels. In this area, on the slope

Сергей Гармаш•
A serious accident occurred at Issyk-Kul. There are casualties.
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A serious accident occurred at Issyk-Kul. There are casualties.

A serious road traffic accident occurred in the Issyk-Kul region, claiming the lives of two people. This was reported by the regional traffic safety management (UOBDD) 24.kg. Photo from the scene of the incident According to available information, on March 27 at around 15:00, a 38-year-old driver M.D. was driving a "Mercedes-Benz E420" along the Balykchy — Ananyev — Karakol highway in an easterly direction. At that moment, another driver, 44-year-old M.U. in a "Volkswagen

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More than 93,000 trees will be planted in Bishkek

In Bishkek, on Auezov Street, a planting of green spaces took place, attended by the city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev. According to information provided by the city administration, the mayor planted saplings of plane trees and emphasized the importance of regular watering and care for young trees.

Юлия Воробьева•
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"I Want to See with My Own Eyes!" Which Places in Kyrgyzstan Do Tajiks Want to Visit

Tourism between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan continues to gain popularity. In 2025, Kyrgyzstan was visited by 86 thousand Tajiks, which is 12 times more compared to 2024. We conducted a survey among the residents of Tajikistan about which places in Kyrgyzstan they would like to see, as well as what is worth visiting in their home country. Issyk-Kul topped the list of desired destinations.

Сергей Мацера•
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Trump stated that the conflict with Iran is not a war and does not require Congressional approval

According to U.S. President Donald Trump, the current conflict with Iran should be considered a military operation rather than a war, which frees him from the need to obtain Congressional approval. He made these remarks on March 27 at the Future Investment Initiative conference in Miami, noting: "If it's a military operation, I don't need approval. If it's a war, then I need to get approval from Congress." American media emphasize that Trump has previously avoided the

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Trout as a Brand: The Kyrgyz Cabinet Takes on the Development of the Fish Industry
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Trout as a Brand: The Kyrgyz Cabinet Takes on the Development of the Fish Industry

Erlist Akunbekov, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, made a working trip to the Chui region. During the visit, he inspected the fish farms "Premium" and "Pura" to analyze the pace of import substitution in the fish sector, as reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. Photo by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. Development of the fishing industry: the Kyrgyz government is targeting trout as a brand As part of

Ирэн Орлонская•
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Iran-linked hacktivist group hacked the email of the FBI director

As reported by hacktivists, they gained access to "personal and confidential information" of Patel. They obtained documents, emails, and possibly sensitive files, some of which have been published, including personal correspondence of the FBI chief. The FBI confirmed the information regarding the attempt of unauthorized access to Patel's email and stated that it has taken all necessary measures to minimize potential risks. It is important to note that the leaked data is not

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Due to road repairs to "Dordoi," the traffic patterns of seven routes will be changed.

Starting April 1, 2026, a section of Kozhevennaya Street in Bishkek will be temporarily closed due to major repairs and expansion. The city mayor's office made the corresponding announcement. As a result of this work, the routes of seven public transport vehicles will change. This affects bus routes No. 30, No. 226, No. 203, as well as minibuses No. 143, No. 161, No. 234, and No. 130, which are serviced by the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport".

Ирина Орлонская•
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a $334,000 fraud case has been detained

According to the information from the Department of Internal Affairs of the Oktyabrsky District, the arrest took place after a citizen, Zh. Zh., reported the criminal actions of A. I. Investigators established that from November 2024 to January 2, 2026, she fraudulently obtained funds amounting to $334,000. Under the pretext of assisting in the purchase of land plots in the village of Baytik and apartments in Bishkek, she gained the victim's trust and disappeared with the money. After the

Елена Краснова•
Iran announced Israeli strikes on nuclear and energy infrastructure
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Iran announced Israeli strikes on nuclear and energy infrastructure

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi According to Araghchi, the attacks damaged two of the largest steel mills, a power plant, as well as civilian nuclear facilities and other important elements of infrastructure. “Israel claims that its actions are coordinated with the U.S. This attack contradicts the extension of deadlines for diplomatic efforts announced by the U.S. president, and Iran intends to demand a high price for such actions,” he noted.

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China supplied electrical equipment to Kyrgyzstan for $51.2 million

The rapid development of the construction sector and modernization of production capacities in Kyrgyzstan at the beginning of January 2026 led to a significant increase in the import of industrial goods, according to a report by the National Statistical Committee. Import of Technical Goods in Kyrgyzstan In particular, the volume of imports of ferrous metals increased by 2.3 times, amounting to $79.7 million. Supplies of electrical machines and equipment rose by 45.8 percent. The main suppliers

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Yemeni Houthis Report Readiness to Join War on Iran's Side Under Certain Conditions
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Yemeni Houthis Report Readiness to Join War on Iran's Side Under Certain Conditions

The actions of the Houthis may include direct military intervention if other nations join the US and Israel, or if the Red Sea is used for military operations against Iran, as stated by the military representative of the group, Yahya Sari. Sari emphasized that they are prepared for active measures in response to the formation of new alliances against Iran and its partners, as well as in the event of an escalation of the conflict, although he did not specify in what format they plan to

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The Bishkek City Hall calls on residents to join the clean-up day.
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The Bishkek City Hall calls on residents to join the clean-up day.

A two-month beautification campaign is underway in the capital A group from the Bishkek City Hall, led by Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, actively participated in a citywide cleanup day that took place on Isanova Street, at the intersection with BChK. This was reported by the press service of the city hall. As part of the event, municipal employees carried out sanitation work in the area, removing dried plants and trimming trees. In addition, the mayor conducted a walk around the neighborhood, where

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The procedure for the stay of foreign citizens in Kyrgyzstan has changed
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The procedure for the stay of foreign citizens in Kyrgyzstan has changed

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has announced changes to the rules for the stay of foreign citizens in the country. The agency emphasized that these changes are aimed at optimizing migration processes, simplifying the mechanism for legalizing the stay of foreigners, as well as establishing clear and flexible conditions for entry and residence in the country.

Евгения Комарова•
Repair of Kozhevennaya Street: the traffic scheme for 7 routes will temporarily change
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Repair of Kozhevennaya Street: the traffic scheme for 7 routes will temporarily change

In Bishkek, major repairs on Kozhevennaya Street will begin on April 1, leading to temporary traffic blockages. According to the city administration, this will change the routes of 7 public transport lines: No. 30, No. 226, No. 203 — buses from the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," as well as minibuses No. 143, No. 161, No. 234, No. 130.

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Repair of the street to the "Dordoy" market in Bishkek: traffic schemes for seven routes are changing
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Repair of the street to the "Dordoy" market in Bishkek: traffic schemes for seven routes are changing

Starting April 1, a major repair and expansion of Kozhevennaya Street will begin in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the city administration. As a result of these works, the traffic scheme for seven routes will be temporarily changed: No. 30, 226, and 203 — buses from the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," as well as for minibuses numbered 130, 143, 161, and 234.

Владислав Вислоцкий•
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Rubio accused Zelensky of lying over statements about security guarantees and Donbas.

At a press conference on March 27, following the meeting of G7 foreign ministers in France, Marco Rubio stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's remarks about American security guarantees being contingent on the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas are false. According to AP, Rubio noted that the U.S. does not require any territorial concessions from Ukraine. He explained that security guarantees cannot be activated until the conflict ends, as that would be tantamount to

Наталья Маркова•
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Amur Tiger Cubs Born at Almaty Zoo

In Almaty, at the local zoo, three Amur tiger cubs were born, all of them are boys. According to information from the zoo, the parents are tigers named Bentley and Yarga.

Яна Орехова•
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In most of the territory of Osh, Batken, and Jalal-Abad regions, rain — weather forecast for March 29

A brief weather overview for Kyrgyzstan on March 29. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, rain and thunderstorms are expected at night in some areas of the Osh and Batken regions, while snow is anticipated in the mountains. No precipitation is expected in the rest of the country. During the day, rain and thunderstorms will cover most of the Osh and Batken regions, as well as parts of the Jalal-Abad region, while snow may again occur in the mountainous areas. No precipitation is expected in other

Виктор Сизов•
Economy

Energy Resources and Grain: Kyrgyzstan Covers Internal Deficit through the CIS

According to the report from the National Statistical Committee, in January 2026, there is a decline in the export volumes of Kyrgyzstan in the agricultural and raw material sectors. Imported Goods of Kyrgyzstan It is noted that the supply of root vegetables and vegetables has decreased by 1.6 times, while the import of fruits has reduced by 22.1 percent. In the context of this decline, the republic has significantly increased the import of essential food products: wheat imports have risen by

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The USA warned Europe about possible disruptions in arms supplies to Ukraine
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The USA warned Europe about possible disruptions in arms supplies to Ukraine

In light of the escalating situation in the Middle East, the USA has informed its European allies about potential issues with arms supplies to Ukraine. This became known on March 27 from a report by Politico, citing sources. According to information provided by American authorities, potential disruptions may affect the supply of ammunition and interceptor missiles necessary for the Patriot air defense systems under the PURL program. Three European officials familiar with the situation reported

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The U.S. Deploys Third Aircraft Carrier to the Middle East, - CBS News
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The U.S. Deploys Third Aircraft Carrier to the Middle East, - CBS News

The new carrier group includes the USS George H.W. Bush, which carries 48 fighter jets. It will be placed under the command of the U.S. Central Command and will participate in operations related to Iran. Additionally, the group will be joined by the guided-missile destroyers USS Ross, USS Donald Cook, and USS Mason, which are already en route from the Atlantic to the Middle East region.

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"Unread" City: How Photographers Explore Bishkek
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"Unread" City: How Photographers Explore Bishkek

Studying the city can happen not only through scientific research but also through the lens of a camera, allowing one to see everyday life from a new perspective. In Bishkek, this method is gradually becoming popular thanks to the format of photo drifts — joint walks during which participants learn to pay attention to details and perceive familiar places differently. Photographer and urbanist Eldar Nurmanbetov shares his thoughts on the emergence of this idea and its significance for

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