Russia's Ambassador: Western sanctions against Kyrgyzstan are unjustified
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Russia's Ambassador: Western sanctions against Kyrgyzstan are unjustified

According to the ambassador, the increasing sanctions pressure on Kyrgyzstan is viewed as interference in the internal affairs of the country, and he expressed concerns that these restrictions could negatively impact the economic development of the republic. In Bishkek, the information about the European Union's intentions to impose country-specific sanctions as part of the 20th package was received with great concern.

10.02.2026, 21:58
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Sadyr Japarov appointed two new deputy chairmen of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS)

At today's meeting, held on February 10, President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree appointing Alisher Erbaev as Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and Director of the Anti-Terrorism Center. Uranbek Shadybekov took the position of Deputy Chairman of the GKNB and became the Director of the Cybersecurity Coordination Center. Alisher Erbaev was previously a deputy of the 7th convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh from the "Butun Kyrgyzstan" party and had

10.02.2026, 21:51
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Sadyr Japarov held telephone negotiations with Shavkat Mirziyoyev

Today, February 10, a telephone conversation took place between the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and his Uzbek counterpart Shavkat Mirziyoyev, as reported by the press service of the President's administration. During the conversation, the leaders of the countries exchanged views on important issues of the regional agenda and discussed the schedule of upcoming bilateral and multilateral events.

10.02.2026, 21:28
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In the At-Bashinsky District, the number of cases of bronchopneumonia and bronchitis in children is increasing

In the At-Bashinsky district, there is an increase in the number of cases of acute bronchitis and bronchopneumonia among children. This was reported in an interview with a Turmush correspondent by Shaiyrbubu Mambetkadyrova, head of the children's department at the local hospital. According to her, the main reason for the severe course of the diseases is self-medication by parents and delayed visits to doctors.

10.02.2026, 21:21
The Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan urged doctors to return to their homeland
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The Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan urged doctors to return to their homeland

What conditions await them at home: safety, decent incomes, and acceptable working conditions? During his working visit to Moscow, the Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Kanbek Dosmambetov, met with a group of 60 medical professionals currently working in Russian clinics. During this meeting, he outlined a plan for significant modernization of the healthcare system and assured the doctors that conditions would be created for their career advancement if they decided to return home.

10.02.2026, 21:15
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Resident of Tyup Baktygul Mambetkazieva gave birth to a son at 42 after having eight daughters

In the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, a joyful event took place: Baktygul Mambetkazieva became a mother at the age of 42, giving birth to her son after eight daughters, as reported by Turmush correspondent. Baktygul was born on March 20, 1983, in the village of Kichi-Oryuktu, where she still lives today. She is a housewife and previously completed her education as an accountant in Bishkek.

10.02.2026, 21:15
A telephone conversation took place between Sadyr Japarov and Shavkat Mirziyoyev
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A telephone conversation took place between Sadyr Japarov and Shavkat Mirziyoyev

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, had a telephone conversation today with the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. According to the press service of the President's Administration, the discussion focused on the prospects for deepening and expanding bilateral relations aimed at strengthening friendship and strategic partnership between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan.

10.02.2026, 21:05
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Three Citizens Detained in Nooken for Religious Extremist Propaganda

In the Nooken district, law enforcement agencies have detained three individuals on suspicion of distributing religious extremist materials. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region. According to information from the regional police, between January 29 and 31, 2026, employees of the extremism and illegal migration combat service of the Nooken District Department of Internal Affairs received information that materials with extremist

10.02.2026, 21:01
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In Balykchy, a suspect has been detained for lewd acts and the appropriation of livestock worth $15,000.

In the Issyk-Kul region, a suspect has been detained for committing lewd acts against a minor, as well as for embezzlement of entrusted property. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department, on December 27, 2025, a resident of the city of Balykchy, K.N., born in 1992, filed a complaint with the city police. She stated that on December 27, around 15:00, in the coastal area of "Green City," an unknown young man committed illegal actions against her daughter, born

10.02.2026, 20:45
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Residents of the village of Chek in the Batken region have been suffering from a lack of water for years

In the Batken region, in the village of Chek, where about 6,000 residents live, the issue of water supply remains relevant. Local residents reported this to a Turmush correspondent. According to the villagers, water supply is cut off during the winter period, and currently, the village lacks both drinking and irrigation water. Local residents are forced to transport water from the city of Batken or neighboring settlements. Many rent transport to deliver water in large quantities, and this

10.02.2026, 20:41
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A fire occurred in a shashlik restaurant in Karakol

In Karakol, on February 10, a fire broke out in a kiosk where shashlik is prepared. According to the information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Issyk-Kul region, the signal about the fire came from the establishment on Gebze Street. At 02:13, one fire truck from the city fire and rescue service No. 15 was dispatched to extinguish the blaze.

10.02.2026, 20:33
The Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has been removed from the structure of the State Committee for National Security by presidential decree.
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The Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has been removed from the structure of the State Committee for National Security by presidential decree.

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov has signed a decree according to which the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) is transformed into an independent State Border Service. This was reported by the press service of the head of state. The decree was adopted in accordance with the Constitution and the law "On the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic."

10.02.2026, 20:32
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Salamat Kerimov Appointed Head of the Min-Kush Ayil Okmotu

In the Naryn region, in the Jumgal district, a new head of the Min-Kush rural administration has been appointed, which has been without a leader since October 2025. According to information provided to the rural administration, the district akim Adybek Nabiev issued an order appointing Salamat Asanovich Kerimov to this position.

10.02.2026, 20:27
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Abdikarym Alimbaev was removed from the position of First Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security. And was given a new position.

Abdikarim Alimbaev was removed from the position of First Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and Director of the Border Service of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic. Shortly after this, he was appointed Chairman of the State Border Service, which was just an hour ago removed from the subordination of the State Committee for National Security. This was reported by the President's Information Security Service. The decrees for these appointments were signed by

10.02.2026, 20:26
A resident of the city of Manas organized a "black pawnshop" at home. Interest rates on loans exceeded 150%
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A resident of the city of Manas organized a "black pawnshop" at home. Interest rates on loans exceeded 150%

During inspections in Manas, illegal creditor activities were uncovered, organized by a citizen of Kyrgyzstan named "A.E.S.". She created a so-called "black pawnshop" in her home, providing loans with an interest rate of over 150% per year, accepting both movable and immovable property as collateral, as well as jewelry made of precious metals. This was reported by the State National Security Service (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan. One of the recorded cases involved a citizen

10.02.2026, 20:19
A New State Security Service Established Under the President
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A New State Security Service Established Under the President

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, signed a decree aimed at improving measures for the protection of protected objects and individuals. In accordance with Articles 70 and 71 of the Constitution of the country, the decree stipulates the following: The establishment of the State Security Service under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic based on the 9th Service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (hereinafter referred to as the State Security

10.02.2026, 20:19
The head of the Kara-Kul City Architecture and Construction Department has been detained
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The head of the Kara-Kul City Architecture and Construction Department has been detained

A corruption scheme related to the illegal allocation of land plots for private ownership has been uncovered in Kyrgyzstan. The main organizer turned out to be U.B., the head of the Kara-Kul city architecture and construction department. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of the country. Intelligence services report that in 2021, U.B., while serving as the chief specialist of the urban planning and architecture department of the Uzgen district, received 2

10.02.2026, 20:17
South Korean official proposed to "import young women" from "Vietnam or Sri Lanka" to boost birth rates
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South Korean official proposed to "import young women" from "Vietnam or Sri Lanka" to boost birth rates

At a meeting held last week, Kim mentioned that women could be married off to "young people from rural areas." His comments were part of a discussion on issues related to the demographic situation in the country, where the birth rate remains one of the lowest in the world, which could lead to a halving of South Korea's population over the next 60 years. The reaction to Kim's words was extremely negative: his statements sparked a diplomatic protest from Vietnam and public

10.02.2026, 20:14
The EU will ban companies from disposing of unsold clothing
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The EU will ban companies from disposing of unsold clothing

One of the reasons for the introduction of this measure is the need to change the situation in the market, where textile disposal is often more profitable than recycling. Every year, millions of clothing items end up in landfills in the EU. This is especially true for online retail, where returns occur in large quantities, and it is easier for companies to dispose of them than to resell them. According to information from the European Commission, about 10% of unsold goods, including shoes and

10.02.2026, 20:05
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Sadyr Japarov signed a decree, and now the State Guard Service is under the president's authority.

On February 10, President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree concerning the "Improvement of the State Security System of the Kyrgyz Republic." The information service of the presidential administration reports that in accordance with this decree: 1. The State Security Service under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic is being established, based on the 9th service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (hereinafter referred to as the State Security Service).

10.02.2026, 20:04
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In Chon-Alai, a video was recorded of a herd of wild animals that exhibit a tendency towards cannibalism in difficult moments.

In the Chon-Alai region, located in the Osh region, eyewitnesses captured on video a group of wild boars moving along a snowy slope. “At first, several boars leisurely came out onto the sun-warmed slope, ignoring the horses grazing nearby. The horses, frightened, gathered the herd, and the boars, sensing humans, quickly disappeared into the gorge,” shared a local resident.

10.02.2026, 20:03
Former world boxing champion called Usyk "just trash"
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Former world boxing champion called Usyk "just trash"

James Toney, a 57-year-old boxer who has secured his place in the Hall of Fame and became a world champion in three weight classes, sharply criticized the undefeated Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk. “Usyk is just garbage. If he had fought in my time, he would have been beaten from both sides with no chance of success. He is not a great boxer. Do you know why? Because none of the modern boxers can claim to be among the greatest in history,” Toney stated.

10.02.2026, 19:49
The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the bills on the assignment of special ranks and special class ranks in the first reading.
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The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the bills on the assignment of special ranks and special class ranks in the first reading.

During the discussion of the bills, the Deputy Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), Kurvanbek Avazov, emphasized that the current legislation regarding the establishment of special ranks and class ranks has led to the inappropriate use of insignia characteristic of military personnel on the uniforms of civil servants. The main objective of the proposed bills is to regulate the use of such insignia, including a ban on their wearing by employees of tax and customs

10.02.2026, 19:46
Lawyers are concerned that clients have started consulting with AI
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Lawyers are concerned that clients have started consulting with AI

Lawyers warn that AI will not be able to take into account all the context and existing laws. Licensed attorneys surveyed by Axios claim that such technologies can create a misleading impression of capabilities among clients. One specialist noted, "This discrepancy breeds distrust in our words." The recent release of a new legal product from Anthropic, a company focused on AI development, has caused a sharp decline in the stocks of companies like LegalZoom and Thomson Reuters.

10.02.2026, 19:41
Amendments Made to the Presidential Decree "On the Structure and Composition of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic"
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Amendments Made to the Presidential Decree "On the Structure and Composition of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic"

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov has signed a new decree that amends the previously effective decree on the structure and composition of the Cabinet of Ministers. These changes were made based on Articles 70 and 71 of the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as the second part of Article 4 of the constitutional Law "On the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic." According to the new decree, the following changes are made to the document signed on October

10.02.2026, 19:36
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Turkey supports Kyrgyzstan's candidacy for non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council

Today, February 10, a press conference took place in Turkey, where Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu and Numan Kurtulmuş, the Chairman of the Grand National Assembly, discussed the outcomes of the official visit of the Chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh. The press service of the Jogorku Kenesh reported this. During the meeting, the parties discussed in detail the possibilities of strengthening cooperation, focusing on political-economic and cultural-humanitarian aspects. Kyrgyzstan expressed interest in

10.02.2026, 19:20
Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic: More than 11,500 people received prosthetic and orthopedic services in 2025
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Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic: More than 11,500 people received prosthetic and orthopedic services in 2025

According to the report from the Ministry of Labor, during the specified period, 123 million soms were allocated for the activities of the institution, which is 10% more than the previous year (111.8 million soms). These funds allowed for an increase in the number of recipients and the implementation of new technologies in the field of prosthetics. Currently, the production is being modernized using 97.8 million soms allocated from the budget. Contracts have been signed in accordance with the

10.02.2026, 19:13
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In the Nooken District, the position of head of the rural administration with a population of 50,000 remains vacant.

In the Nooken district, the position of the head of the rural administration named after D. Sadybayeva remains vacant. The district akim, Taalaybek Ishenbekov, reported that a new candidate will be appointed during February. According to the akim, the choice for this leadership position will favor an experienced specialist, considering that the population of this rural administration is about 50,000 people. "The previous head was detained as part of investigative actions and judicial

10.02.2026, 19:13
Kamchybek Tashiev learned about his resignation after the president's decree was issued.
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Kamchybek Tashiev learned about his resignation after the president's decree was issued.

This information was provided by Otkurbek Rahmanov Kamchybek Tashiev became aware of his resignation after the president's decree was published. This information was announced by the general director of the "Region TV" channel, Otkurbek Rahmanov. It is worth noting that today President Sadyr Japarov made the decision to resign the chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, and his deputies. The acting head of the special service is Jumgalbek

10.02.2026, 19:12
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Milk yields in Kyrgyzstan remain low, it is necessary to improve the breed of cows, - deputy

- At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 9, 2026, deputy Ulan Primov raised the issue of low productivity in the dairy sector of Kyrgyzstan. He noted that farmers are facing the problem of low milk yields, which average only 8–10 liters of milk per cow per day. In comparison, in other countries, this figure reaches 30–40 liters. In this regard, the deputy urged the Ministry of Agriculture to intensify efforts to improve the breed composition of cows and implement

10.02.2026, 19:06
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At-Bashinsky District to be represented by five delegates at the republican forum of creative unions

In the At-Bashinsky district, a public dialogue was held at the model innovative library named after B. Kydykova, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The event was organized to implement the program "National Spirit - Global Heights" ("Улуттук дем-дүйнөлүк бийиктик"), according to the decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic dated December 18, 2024, No. 369.

10.02.2026, 19:05
Professor Pershukov: It is important for the movement of reforms in medicine to continue
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Professor Pershukov: It is important for the movement of reforms in medicine to continue

Professor Igor Pershukov, who heads the Department of Hospital Therapy at the Medical Institute of Jalal-Abad State University, also teaches at the International Medical Faculty of Osh State University and is a professor of general medical training at the Kazakhstan-Russian Medical University in Almaty. This outstanding scholar, who moved from Russia to Kyrgyzstan last year, aims to make Jalal-Abad University known on the international stage.

10.02.2026, 19:04