The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Border Projects and the Issyk-Kul – Almaty Road

On February 13, 2026, negotiations took place in Bishkek between Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and Ermek Kosherbaev, his Kazakh counterpart, who arrived on an official visit. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, the ministers discussed the state of bilateral relations in various areas—from politics to economics—as well as in the field of water resources and culture. Special

Sadyr Japarov met with the Prime Minister of Tajikistan

Today, February 13, a meeting took place between the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and the Prime Minister of Tajikistan Kohir Rasulzoda, who is on a working visit to Bishkek. According to the press service of the presidential administration, the agenda included discussions on deepening bilateral relations. President Japarov emphasized that Kyrgyzstan attaches great importance to the development of cooperation with Tajikistan based on mutual respect and consideration of each other's

Who Will Compete for the Title of Super 4 Wrestling Champion – List

On January 12, a press conference was held in Bishkek dedicated to the international tournament Super 4 Wrestling (S4W). This information was provided by the capital's mayor's office. During the conference, athletes underwent official weigh-ins in their weight categories and held traditional "stare-downs" with their opponents.

In "Tazalyk," they explained the situation regarding the shooting of dogs in Novopavlovka

The municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" clarified the situation regarding the shooting of dogs in the village of Novopavlovka, which took place at 9 Mira Street. This decision was made in response to numerous complaints from local residents and based on the instructions of the Lenin District Administration of Bishkek, as well as a telegram from MTU No. 106 dated February 11, 2026, No. 01-13/5. According to the Bishkek mayor's office, there were about 30 dogs and over 50 cats in this

Felix Kulov: The President was obliged to respond to the situation that could have caused a split

Public and political figure, as well as former Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Felix Kulov, expressed his opinion in a recent interview with the news agency "Kabar" regarding the latest political events that have caused widespread public resonance. He noted that the president should have reacted to the situation that could lead to a split in society and cause instability. Kulov stated: “I am against holding early elections. From a legal and political point of view, this is wrong.

Sadyr Japarov met with the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda

During the working visit of the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with him. According to the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan, the meeting addressed issues related to the expansion of bilateral relations.

The head of the commander of the special forces "Muslim Battalion," in which a guy from a Kyrgyz village fought, was valued at 1 million dollars.

On February 15, 2024, the 35th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan will be celebrated, where military actions lasted from 1979 to 1989. One of those who participated in this war is Sheishenbek Sharshenkulov.

Bakyt Torobaev urged farmers to abandon non-pedigree livestock

- On February 11, 2026, during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev addressed farmers with a request to stop breeding non-pedigree livestock. He noted that agrarians can obtain a loan at an annual interest rate of 3% to purchase pedigree livestock.

In Bishkek, 2078 light points were installed in 2025 for 48.8 million soms

The Bishkek city administration, led by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, held a meeting dedicated to the results of socio-economic development for 2025 and the tasks for the upcoming year. First Deputy Mayor Mirlanbek Baigonchokov presented the results of the work carried out within the framework of the administrative-territorial reform and digitalization.

Avalanches occurred at 11 sections of the North-South road. 17 vehicles with passengers were evacuated.

In the Jalal-Abad region, the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported on the situation in areas affected by snowfall and avalanches. According to preliminary data, on the Bishkek — Osh road, in the area of 255–260 km (sections "Pelmennaia" and "Elik"), an avalanche occurred, leading to a temporary halt in traffic. A loader from DEP No. 23 was dispatched to the scene, and by 12:00, the road was cleared in both directions. No injuries among people have been reported.

Futsal Referees Awarded FIFA Licenses

The General Secretary of the Kyrgyz Football Union, Mederbek Sydykov, solemnly presented the international FIFA licenses for 2026 to futsal referees — Talant Raimberdiev and Nurbek Arstanbek uulu. According to the press service of the KFU, Timur Toktobaev, who is currently in Osh, will receive his FIFA license in the coming days.

The first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council took place

In Bishkek, the first meeting of the Intergovernmental Council between the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan took place, attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, reports the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Kasymaliev emphasized that 2025 will be an important milestone in the development of relations between the two countries, noting the high level of

In a new video, the CIA convinces Chinese officers to work for the U.S. amid China's general purges.

According to a CIA representative, this video strengthens their efforts to recruit Chinese spies aimed at attracting officers disillusioned by corruption and the purges of generals carried out by the government. In the video, the narrator says: “Anyone with leadership qualities will evoke fear and will face brutal elimination.” He adds: “I cannot allow these madmen to shape my daughter's future.”

In the Tyup District, residents voluntarily surrendered 26 firearms

In the Tyup district, the operational and preventive action "Arsenal," organized by the local department of internal affairs, continues. Within the framework of this event, active explanatory work is being carried out with the population. The process is coordinated by the head of the Tyup district department of internal affairs, Police Colonel Tilek Kanatbekov.

Pavel Durov explained to Roskomnadzor how the Chinese internet actually works

Durov explained that China did not establish WeChat as the only communication app and did not force users to use it. The messenger became popular in the early 2010s due to competition, winning over many other services, including international ones like WhatsApp, which at that time had no restrictions. Only after WeChat gained a significant audience did government structures begin to integrate their services into this messenger. Durov also compared the situation in China with other countries,

The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Current Issues of Bilateral Cooperation

Important aspects of bilateral interaction were thoroughly discussed at the meeting of the ministers, who reviewed the current state of cooperation in political, economic, water-energy, and cultural spheres. Special attention was given to the implementation of agreements reached during the 7th meeting of the Supreme Intergovernmental Council and the 13th meeting of the Intergovernmental Council. A schedule for mutual high-level visits for the current year was also agreed upon. The ministers

How the "shot-down pilots" wanted early elections

In the past week, events in the political sphere of Kyrgyzstan have developed so rapidly that even members of parliament barely managed to keep up. The resignation of the head of the State National Security Committee, the departure of the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, and other significant personnel changes have caused serious concern in society. The streams of information coming through social media are often contradictory and filled with rumors, complicating the understanding of what is

Kyrgyzstan is ready to act as a "trade gateway" for Tajik goods to the markets of the EAEU and the European Union

During the first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council in Bishkek, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, announced the country's readiness to become a "trade gateway" for Tajik goods, providing access to the markets of the EAEU and the European Union through the GSP+ mechanism. Kasymaliev also emphasized that the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is an important infrastructure project that will

In 2026, 119 km of roads will be built and reconstructed in Bishkek - Mayor

The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, shared ambitious plans for improving the road transport infrastructure in the capital during a meeting of the board. In 2026, a project is expected to be implemented for the construction and reconstruction of 119 kilometers of road facilities and bridges. According to the announced data, the project plans to: build 19 kilometers of new roads; reconstruct 100 kilometers of existing ones; construct 6 new bridges; create 1 road interchange with local

How Foreign Guests Were Welcomed at the Winter Festival in the Tonsky District

On February 12, in the picturesque area of Shatyl, located in the Kün-Chyghysh ayil district of the Ton region in the Issyk-Kul region, a winter cultural and tourist festival was held. Representatives from the presidential representative office in the Issyk-Kul region, the administration of the Ton district, as well as leaders of local enterprises and institutions, heads of ayil okmotu, employees, tourism officials, craftsmen, and hunters with trained birds of prey attended the festival. The

In Kara-Kul, reports from the mayor and municipal services for the past year were heard

The deputies of the Kara-Kul City Council held a session on February 12, during which they discussed the results of the socio-economic development of the region. Participating in the meeting were Mayor Nurtilek Orozbaev, Council Chairman Chyngyz Kimsanov, deputies, as well as heads of various institutions and enterprises. A total of 24 deputies attended the session.

The Internal Audit Department of the Bishkek City Hall has identified violations of financial discipline at the Sports School for Children and Youth "Dolphin"

The audit conducted by the internal audit department of the city hall revealed numerous issues in the operations of 'Dolphin.' The identified violations pertain not only to financial discipline but also to non-compliance with current requirements in the field of accounting and reporting, as well as deficiencies in archival management and internal control. As a result of the audit, 414.5 thousand soms were returned to the city budget. All materials from the inspection have been

A Huge Anomaly in the Shape of a "Smile" Detected on the Sun

In a recent report by RIA Novosti, citing the Telegram channel of the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the Institute of Space Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences, it was revealed that a formation resembling a smile has appeared on the surface of the Sun. The size of this unique phenomenon reaches 1.5 million kilometers, as noted in the publication.

In 2026, a new master plan for Bishkek will be officially approved.

During the meeting of the board on February 12, the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, announced the creation of a general plan for Bishkek, which covers the period until 2050. According to the mayor, the final approval of this document is scheduled for 2026.

Kyrgyzstan in 2025 was visited by 86,000 tourists from Tajikistan

According to information announced by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and the Head of the President's Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev, in 2025, the country was visited by 86,000 citizens of Tajikistan. This number is 12 times higher than the figures for 2024. This positive trend in tourism cooperation was recorded during the first meeting of the intergovernmental council of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, which took place in Bishkek. During this meeting, Adylbek

Six wrestlers from a village in the Naryn region became prize winners of an international tournament — they were warmly welcomed.

In Ala-Buga, located in the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, six wrestlers from the village of Cholok-Kaiyn returned with prizes from large international competitions. The athletes of the club, named after Ryskeldi uulu Turatbek and led by coach Kamchy Tölöpaldy uulu, participated in the grappling tournament "NAGA-GRAPPLING," where five of them took prize places.

The head of the main housing and utilities service of the city of Kara-Balta has changed.

In Kara-Balta, there has been a change in the leadership of the municipal enterprise "Universal," according to information provided by a Turmush correspondent. The new director, appointed by Mayor Almaz Isakov, is Mirbek Baktybekovich Murataliev, born in 1986. His appointment took place on February 12, 2026.

Accident on the road to Manas Airport — car wrecked

A traffic accident occurred on the Bishkek – Manas Airport road. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident took place in the Sokuluk district. Patrol service officers arrived at the scene of the accident.

Russian airbase "Kant" - what will happen to it?

The situation was commented on by the Russian ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Sergey Vakunov, the Russian ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic, shared information about the future of the airbase "Kant". According to him, there is no need to expand this airbase. The diplomat noted: "Experts have concluded that the current operational parameters of the airbase are quite sufficient to ensure the security of the member countries of the union from the southern direction". For reference:

In 2026, the Cabinet plans to expand the area of organic farming to 100,000 hectares.

- In accordance with the approved work plan for 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic intends to increase areas for organic agriculture as part of the implementation of the National Development Program of the country until 2030. According to the document, by March 30 of this year, it is necessary to increase the sown areas from 67.3 thousand hectares to 100 thousand hectares.

Young Talents: Kyrgyzstani Timur Shakirov to Represent the Country at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

From February 6 to 22, 2024, the XXV Winter Olympic Games are taking place in Italy. Two skiers represent Kyrgyzstan at these competitions: Timur Shakirov — in alpine skiing; Artur Saparbekov — in cross-country skiing. A Turmush correspondent spoke with Olesya Shakirova, Timur's mother, to learn about his journey to the Olympics.

USDA Maintains February Forecast for Wheat Harvest in Russia and Kazakhstan Unchanged

- The February report published on the website of the U.S. Department of Agriculture states that the forecast for wheat harvest in Russia and Kazakhstan remains unchanged compared to the January estimate. According to the data, Russia is expected to harvest 89.5 million tons, while Kazakhstan is projected to harvest 18.9 million tons. In the previous agricultural season, these figures were 81.6 million tons and 18.6 million tons, respectively.

Ulan Akmatov Appointed Head of the Issyk-Ata District Education Department

Ulan Bekzhanovich Akmatov has become the new head of the Issyk-Ata District Department of Education in the Chui region. This information was confirmed by the district state administration, reports Turmush. Ulan Akmatov was born on November 23, 1988.

Kyrgyzstani female athletes will compete in the wrestling tournament in Sweden

An international women's wrestling tournament will be held in Sweden, featuring athletes from Kyrgyzstan. According to information provided by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, the event called Klippen Lady Open will take place from February 13 to 15. Kyrgyzstan will be represented by three wrestlers at the tournament:

How Bishkek Has Changed Over the Past Year and What the City Authorities Plan

At the final meeting of the city hall held on February 12, 2026, at the "Tunguch" theater, Adylbek Kasymaliev, head of the Cabinet, summarized the capital's performance for 2025 and outlined plans for the future.

Sadyr Japarov met with the Prime Minister of Tajikistan

On February 13, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, during his working visit. The meeting discussed key aspects of developing bilateral relations between the two countries. Sadyr Japarov emphasized that Kyrgyzstan attaches great importance to expanding cooperation with Tajikistan, based on mutual respect and consideration of each other's interests.

Heavy snowfall and snow avalanches for the third day: A state of emergency has been declared in Chatkal.

In the Chatkal district, due to the ongoing snowfalls that began on February 11, a state of emergency of level II has been declared. This information was provided by the authorized representative of the president in the Jalal-Abad region. According to the agency's data, as a result of heavy snowfalls, snow has fallen on the roads Aala-Buka—Zhany-Bazar—Kirovka and Krasnaya Gorka—Ak-Tash, leading to a temporary halt in traffic.

The head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and the Prime Minister of Tajikistan discussed cooperation issues

A forum on the development of the seed production industry is taking place in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a forum titled "The Future of Seed Production in Kyrgyzstan: Quality, Innovation, Partnership" opens today. The event is dedicated to the strategic development of the seed production sector in the country. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is the organizer of the forum in collaboration with the Department of Agricultural Crop and Horticulture Expertise, as well as the AgroLead group of companies and the Kyrgyz

In Bishkek, the fight against cybercrime was discussed

On February 12, an extended meeting was held at the General Prosecutor's Office, where issues related to combating cybercrime and drug trafficking among teenagers were discussed. According to reports, the meeting addressed current types of internet fraud, as well as problems associated with drug use and distribution among youth. In particular, attention was paid to telephone and messenger fraud, hacking of social media accounts, schemes promising high profits with minimal risks, and

Marat Usenaliev has been appointed head of the Sokuluk District Education Department

Mарат Усеналиев has been appointed as the head of the Sokuluk District Department of Education. This rotation is part of a plan developed by the Ministry of Education in accordance with the law "On State Civil Service and Municipal Service" to reduce corruption risks and conflicts of interest.

New Investors Have Joined the Cement Plant Construction Project in Tash-Kumyr

A cement plant is planned to be built in Tash-Kumyr. According to information from the president's representative in the Jalal-Abad region, an agreement was signed on February 13 between the Cabinet of Ministers and the LLC "Yug Euro Cement" for the implementation of an investment project to establish a cement plant in this city.

In Batken, 1400 km of high-voltage overhead lines will be covered by repair work

Extensive repair work on high-voltage overhead power lines operating at voltages of 220/110/35 kV is planned at the Batken Electric Networks enterprise, which is part of JSC “NES Kyrgyzstan”. According to the approved plan for 2026, it is expected:

Blogger Ate the Most Poisonous Crab for a Video and Died

A 51-year-old food blogger, Emma Amit, tragically passed away in the Philippines after tasting the devil crab — the most poisonous representative of its kind in the country — while filming a video. This was reported by the Daily Mail. Amit went with friends to a mangrove forest in search of crabs and mollusks. After a successful hunt, she prepared a dish in coconut milk and filmed the entire process for her blog. After the group ate, her friends went home.

Abdygany Erkebayev: It is Each of Our Duty to Strictly Adhere to the Constitution and Legislation

Erkebayev, who held the position of Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, expressed his thoughts on the recent events that have affected the stability in the country. He supports President Sadyr Japarov's appeal to the Constitutional Court of Kyrgyzstan. In the last two weeks, events have occurred in the country that have disrupted the usual order and stability, despite my hopes for peaceful development.

Media: Israel is preparing a new offensive plan for Gaza

According to the Israeli publication The Times of Israel, the Israeli army is preparing a new attack plan for the Gaza Strip, citing "the forced disarmament of Hamas" as the reason.

A substance resembling drugs was found in the pocket of an organized crime group member.

In Talas, police identified a narcotic substance with one of the citizens during preventive measures, reported the press service of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate. According to information from the press service, a special order was issued to implement the main organizational plan for the first half of 2026. As part of this, a raid called "Bandit" took place in the region from February 12 to 14.

In Japan, couples were invited to express their feelings with cookies from Takaiti

In Japan, couples have received a new opportunity to demonstrate their feelings in an original way — through cookies adorned with the image of Prime Minister Sanae Takahiti. This was reported by RIA Novosti. The set, called "Sanae-chan Cookies," includes twelve cookies featuring a portrait of the head of government and deer, symbolizing her home prefecture of Nara. Each cookie also has inscriptions such as "first female prime minister" and "first prime minister from