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The Situation in the Middle East. Where are Kyrgyzstani travelers heading now and where have tours become cheaper?
Tourism / Exclusive

The Situation in the Middle East. Where are Kyrgyzstani travelers heading now and where have tours become cheaper?

The escalating tension in the Middle East has had a noticeable impact on the tourism sector in Kyrgyzstan. Representatives of travel companies note that the demand for trips to the countries of the Persian Gulf has significantly decreased, and there is a growing interest in alternative destinations. According to Talant Ozokeiev, the founder of a large travel agency, many Kyrgyz citizens have become less willing to travel, especially to Dubai, Qatar, and Kuwait. He states that currently, sales

10.03.2026, 09:11
In Bishkek, a schoolboy studied the possibility of attacking teachers and students
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In Bishkek, a schoolboy studied the possibility of attacking teachers and students

During a counter-terrorism operation, the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with international partners, discovered and halted the activities of a teenager who was interested in the possibility of preparing an armed attack on the teachers and students of one of the schools in the capital. Special services noted that a criminal case has already been initiated regarding this incident under Article 252, Part 1 (Threat of committing a terrorist act) of the Criminal

10.03.2026, 09:04
The USA lifted sanctions on Russian oil and the "shadow fleet" due to the war in Iran
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The USA lifted sanctions on Russian oil and the "shadow fleet" due to the war in Iran

The head of the U.S. Treasury stated that this decision will not provide significant financial assistance to Russia. In light of the escalating conflict in Iran, the U.S. has decided to temporarily suspend sanctions against Russian oil and the shadow fleet, but only in relation to India and for just one month. This decision, as reported by the BBC, allows India to purchase Russian oil that has already been loaded onto tankers, which should help alleviate the oil crisis caused by the conflict

10.03.2026, 09:03
A Two-Month Campaign for Improvement, Sanitation, and Greening of the City Announced in Bishkek
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A Two-Month Campaign for Improvement, Sanitation, and Greening of the City Announced in Bishkek

As part of an initiative aimed at improving urban infrastructure and sanitary conditions, a two-month campaign dedicated to landscaping, sanitation, and greening the capital has been announced in Bishkek. This decision was made by the city administration. From March 14 to May 16, 2026, various activities will be implemented in Bishkek aimed at creating a more comfortable urban environment, improving the ecological situation, and restoring order. This was reported by the city administration.

10.03.2026, 08:56
Exchange rates for March 10
Economy / Exclusive

Exchange rates for March 10

As of March 10, the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan presented updated official exchange rates against the som. According to the information provided by the regulator, the current values are as follows: - US Dollar (USD) — 87.45 som; - Euro (EUR) — 100.88 som (decrease); - Russian Ruble (RUB) — 1.107 som (slight decrease); - Kazakh Tenge (KZT) — 0.17 som; - Chinese Yuan (CNY) — 12.64 som (slight decrease). In commercial banks in the capital, the dollar can be purchased on average for 87.35 som and

10.03.2026, 08:54
Former head of "Kumtor" Tengiz Bolturuk asks the president to initiate a review of his case
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Former head of "Kumtor" Tengiz Bolturuk asks the president to initiate a review of his case

Bolturuk emphasizes that this is important for his full rehabilitation and restoration of his reputation. Tengiz Bolturuk, who previously held the position of external manager at the Kumtor mine and was convicted in a corruption case, shared on social media that he sent a letter to President Sadyr Japarov requesting a review of his case, citing newly discovered facts. He claims that such a measure is necessary for his complete acquittal and the restoration of his lost reputation. According to

10.03.2026, 08:50
Erlis Akunbekov met with the Ambassador of Korea in Kyrgyzstan
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Erlis Akunbekov met with the Ambassador of Korea in Kyrgyzstan

Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Kyrgyzstan, Mr. Kim Kwang-dae. This information was announced by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the conversation, current issues of bilateral relations and opportunities for cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Korea in various fields were discussed, with an

10.03.2026, 08:43
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The new leader was introduced to the team of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the Judicial Department.

The material was prepared by K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. At the event held at the Jalal-Abad regional office of the Judicial Department, the new head — Ulugbek Toktosunov — was introduced to the staff. The presentation was conducted by Kanatbek Osmonov, Deputy Director of the Judicial Department and Chief Bailiff of Kyrgyzstan.

10.03.2026, 08:25
Does Kyrgyzstan Face a Chemical Plume After the Fires in Iran?
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Does Kyrgyzstan Face a Chemical Plume After the Fires in Iran?

Against the backdrop of severe fires in Iran that have destroyed large fuel storage facilities and tanks, emissions of soot, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere have significantly increased. A critical ecological situation has developed in Tehran: the city is shrouded in black smoke, cases of acid rain have been observed, and local residents are experiencing breathing problems and eye irritation.

10.03.2026, 08:21
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An online broadcast of the court session was held in Bishkek

The material was prepared by K-News. Permission from the K-News editorial office is required for copying or partial use. In Bishkek, at the Sverdlovsk District Court, the first online broadcast of court hearings took place, including a case related to domestic violence. The broadcast was conducted via the YouTube channel "Supreme Court".

10.03.2026, 08:10
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In Kyrgyzstan, a student was preparing an armed attack on a school

The material was published by K-News. Permission from the editorial office of K-News is required for copying or partial use. The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), in joint efforts to combat terrorism, identified and stopped the actions of a minor who was attempting to explore the possibilities of carrying out an attack on his teachers and classmates at one of the educational institutions in the capital.

10.03.2026, 08:02
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In the village of Zherge-Tal, the "Teacher of the Year" was chosen

In the village of Zherge-Tal, located in the rural district of Ala-Buga in the Ak-Tala region of Naryn Province, the final of the annual competition "Teacher of the Year - 2026" took place. This event, which has become a tradition, gathered the most creative and talented teachers from the local school named after Itikul Moldobaev.

10.03.2026, 02:52
Local news / Exclusive

Domestic Violence in Kyrgyzstan: The Number of Victims Has Increased Nearly Sevenfold from 2009 to 2024

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of people in Kyrgyzstan who have been victims of domestic violence and have obtained protection orders. According to data provided by the National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic and based on information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the number of such cases has risen from 2,093 in 2009 to 14,362 by 2024. This means that over 15 years, this figure has increased almost sevenfold. More than 13,000 of these

10.03.2026, 02:13
Local news / Exclusive

In Talas, issues of improving road traffic safety were discussed

Turmush — On March 9, a forum was held in Talas aimed at discussing the most important issues related to road safety. The event was attended by representatives of local authorities, employees of government institutions, and active members of the community. During the discussions, the focus was on the possibilities of reducing the number of road traffic accidents in the region. The main topics that were brought to the agenda included:

09.03.2026, 22:35
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Sources: Former Mayor of Osh Pledged Water Supply and Bus Station for a Loan of 2 Billion Som

In social networks, the former mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, commented on the information regarding the debts of the city administration to contractors, noting that the amount of debt is not 12 billion soms, as claimed, but significantly less. According to sources from Kaktus.media, Toktorbaev indeed pledged municipal enterprises of the southern capital and received a loan of 2 billion soms.

09.03.2026, 21:16
Incidents / Exclusive

In Jalal-Abad Region, the leader of the "Hizb ut-Tahrir" cell has been detained

On March 7, a high-ranking leader of the radical extremist organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir" was detained in the Jalal-Abad region. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (SCNS). The detainee was identified as M.N.E., who held the position of masul (leader) in the Suzak district, which is an important position in the hierarchy of this banned organization in the country.

09.03.2026, 19:40
Erlis Akunbekov Familiarized Himself with the Activities of the Agrofirm "Chabrets"
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Erlis Akunbekov Familiarized Himself with the Activities of the Agrofirm "Chabrets"

Recently, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erlis Akunbekov, visited the agricultural firm "Chabrets." During the visit, he familiarized himself with the modern technologies used in livestock farming and the production processes. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the minister held a meeting with veterinarians, during which he learned about the digital identification system for animals based on the use of special

09.03.2026, 19:38
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In Batken, a girl organized an intimate meeting between a guy and a 16-year-old acquaintance, and then began to extort money from him.

In the Batken region, law enforcement officers detained a girl accused of extortion and involving a minor in illegal activities. According to the press service of the regional police, 23-year-old S.K., a resident of Razakovo in the Leilek district, introduced her 16-year-old acquaintance from Sulukta to a 20-year-old young man named U.F. at the beginning of January 2026. She acted as an intermediary and organized an intimate meeting for them, after which U.F. handed her 4000 soms.

09.03.2026, 18:57
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In the Kadamjay District, a resident went hunting with illegal rifled firearms, a criminal case has been initiated.

In the Kadamjay district, a local resident was arrested for going hunting with prohibited firearms. This information was provided by the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Batken region. According to law enforcement agencies, police officers from the Uch-Korgon rural department in the Kadamjay district discovered that a 50-year-old man named K.U., residing in the village of Tash-Korgon in the A. Masaliev rural district, went hunting in the pasture located in the village of Pum of the

09.03.2026, 18:49
Local news / Exclusive

In Ak-Suu, hunters shot 68 jackals and 31 wolves in two months

Since the beginning of January this year, the hunting society in the Ak-Su district of the Issyk-Kul region has conducted culling of 68 jackals and 31 wolves. This was reported by a correspondent from Turmush. According to the information received, hunters have become more active due to the increase in the number of predators in the region. Over the past two months, these predatory animals have caused significant damage to local agriculture, particularly killing 17 horses, more than 30 yaks,

09.03.2026, 18:35
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In the Moscow District, a drunk driver crashed into an electric pole and a shed.

In the Chui region, a road traffic accident occurred, provoked by driving a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. According to the Road Traffic Safety Department of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, the incident took place on March 7, 2026, around 01:00. The driver of a “Nissan Primera” vehicle, being in a state of alcohol intoxication, was traveling westward along the Bishkek—Chaldovar highway.

09.03.2026, 18:29
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The President's Plenipotentiary Representative Introduced the New Akim of the Alai District

Adyl Saparov has begun to perform his duties as the akim of the Alay District. This information was announced by the press service of the presidential representative office in the Osh region. According to the decree signed by President Sadyr Japarov, Saparov Adyl Soltoevich has been appointed to the position of head of the state administration — akim of the Alay District of the Osh region.

09.03.2026, 18:28
Erlis Akunbekov visited the breeding farm in Sokuluk
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Erlis Akunbekov visited the breeding farm in Sokuluk

The Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erlis Akunbekov, visited the state breeding farm located in the Sokuluk district. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the visit, the minister received information about the work of the breeding biolaboratory, which is actively engaged in improving the genetic characteristics of cattle and increasing the efficiency of artificial insemination, as

09.03.2026, 18:28
Former MP joined the board of directors of the State Development Bank
Economy / Exclusive

Former MP joined the board of directors of the State Development Bank

Aynura Osmonova has been appointed to the board of directors of the State Development Bank, who previously served as a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VI convocation. The corresponding decision was made by the sole shareholder on March 3, 2026, while Osmonova does not hold a stake in the bank's charter capital. This information was published by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. It should be noted that Aynura Osmonova has significant experience in the banking sector, having previously held

09.03.2026, 18:24
Local news / Exclusive

In Kara-Balta, egg prices have increased by 20–30 soms per dozen

The correspondent of Turmush reports that there is a noticeable increase in egg prices in Kara-Balta. According to the latest data, in shopping centers where wholesale prices apply, the cost of the cheapest eggs, which were previously sold for 108 soms per dozen, has now reached 114 soms. At the same time, many stores report a shortage of products on the shelves.

09.03.2026, 18:24
Corruption at the Blood Center. Former Director Suspected of Embezzling 36 Million Som
Incidents / Exclusive

Corruption at the Blood Center. Former Director Suspected of Embezzling 36 Million Som

The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the uncovering of a corruption scheme in the Republican Blood Center of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to preliminary data, K.B.B., who held the position of director of the RBC from 2012 until August 2025, conspired in 2020 with the head of the private company LLC "M". As a result of this conspiracy, expensive medical equipment was installed, including Cobas S201 and ARCHITECT Plus PCR laboratories

09.03.2026, 18:21
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One of the influential leaders of "Hizb ut-Tahrir" detained in Jalal-Abad region, - GKNB

On March 9, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported on operations aimed at neutralizing high-ranking members of the banned religious extremist organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir" in Kyrgyzstan. During the operation, which took place on March 7, M.N.E. was arrested. According to investigation information, he held the position of a masul in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region. The suspect had connections with other "Hizb ut-Tahrir"

09.03.2026, 18:18
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In Osh, the relocation of the "Kelechek" market continues: Empty containers are being removed

In Osh, the process of clearing the territory of the "Kelechek" market, which has been relocated to a new site, continues. Turmush correspondent reports that vacant containers are being removed from the site, some of which are already up for sale, while others are being dismantled. Currently, there are still many containers on the market territory, and some of them have become sources of garbage. Earlier, the city administration made the decision to relocate this market, and traders

09.03.2026, 18:12