In Russia, biometric data will be collected from foreigners starting December 1.
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In Russia, biometric data will be collected from foreigners starting December 1.

According to the government decree, an experiment on the collection of biometric data from foreign citizens and stateless persons crossing the state border will begin in Russia on December 1, 2025. This process will take place at border crossing points where the necessary technical capabilities are available, reports RIA Novosti. The document states that the experiment will last from 00:00 on December 1, 2025, to 23:59 on June 30, 2026. The goal is to collect biometric information from foreign

01.12.2025, 09:48
The Turkish Ambassador assessed the conditions for voters in the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh.
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The Turkish Ambassador assessed the conditions for voters in the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh.

Mehkin Mustafa Kemal Okem, the Ambassador of Turkey to Kyrgyzstan, congratulated the people of the country on the successful conduct of early parliamentary elections. At the briefing held, he emphasized the importance of the new system that allows voting at alternative polling stations for those citizens who were unable to come to their designated stations on election day.

01.12.2025, 09:33
Nearly 25,500 citizens of Kyrgyzstan voted abroad
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Nearly 25,500 citizens of Kyrgyzstan voted abroad

At midnight on December 1, 2025, Bishkek time, voting ended at 80 polling stations abroad, located in Russia, Turkey, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, and Kuwait. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, voting continues simultaneously at 20 stations located in other countries, including the USA, UK, Hungary, Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, and France.

01.12.2025, 09:31
The number of fatalities in the Hong Kong fire has risen to 146, with more than 40 people still missing.
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The number of fatalities in the Hong Kong fire has risen to 146, with more than 40 people still missing.

The fire that broke out on Wednesday quickly engulfed seven of the eight buildings in the Wang Fuk Court complex. A three-day mourning period was declared in Hong Kong on Saturday. Thousands of people gathered at the site of the tragedy on Sunday to pay their respects to the victims. The line of people with flowers and notes stretched about two kilometers long. An Indonesian worker, Romlah Rosidah, shared with Reuters: “This ceremony was announced only on social media, but we could not remain

01.12.2025, 09:03
The head of the CIS mission noted the transparency and fairness of the elections in Kyrgyzstan
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The head of the CIS mission noted the transparency and fairness of the elections in Kyrgyzstan

At a briefing at the Central Election Commission (CEC) today, Igor Petrishenko, the first deputy secretary general of the CIS and head of the observation mission, gave a high assessment of the early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh held in Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized that the elections were conducted in an open and competitive environment, fully in accordance with national laws. Petrishenko noted that during the election campaign, press conferences were actively held and interviews were given,

01.12.2025, 09:02
In Bishkek, the delegation of the CIS IPA laid flowers at the Victory Memorial
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In Bishkek, the delegation of the CIS IPA laid flowers at the Victory Memorial

The solemn ceremony of laying flowers at the Victory Memorial took place in Bishkek, organized as part of the visit of the international observation mission of the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly of the CIS, which arrived in Kyrgyzstan to observe the extraordinary elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. The First Deputy Mayor of the capital, Mirlanbek Baigonchokov, welcomed the members of the delegation on behalf of the city authorities and noted the importance of international cooperation

01.12.2025, 09:01
The Deputy Chair of the Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan Highly Appreciated the Organization of Elections in Kyrgyzstan
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The Deputy Chair of the Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan Highly Appreciated the Organization of Elections in Kyrgyzstan

Mukhtar Erman, Deputy Chairman of the Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan, expressed his congratulations to the people of Kyrgyzstan on the successful conduct of the early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh. He made this statement during a briefing held in Bishkek. He noted that the electoral process was organized at a high level, starting from the work of the Central Election Commission and ending with the precinct election commissions.

01.12.2025, 08:48
Steven Jeremy: Russia's Goals in the Conflict and the Fall of Europe
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Steven Jeremy: Russia's Goals in the Conflict and the Fall of Europe

In an interview with Professor Glenn Diesen, former British Commodore Stephen Jeremy noted that it is important for people to understand the true consequences of NATO expansion, which he considers an aggressive move. He emphasized that the lack of negotiations from the West, in the face of an inability to achieve victory on the battlefield, indicates internal disagreements.

01.12.2025, 08:47
Preliminary List of Deputies of the New Convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh
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Preliminary List of Deputies of the New Convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh

According to preliminary information, voter turnout in the parliamentary elections of Kyrgyzstan was 34.31%. While the vote counting is still ongoing, potential winners can already be identified. The preliminary list of the elected members of the new 8th convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic is as follows:

01.12.2025, 08:39
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While the candidates campaigned, millions from the budget were spent on maintaining the Jogorku Kenesh.

On November 30, elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, which is now transitioning to its VIII convocation. While candidates are actively campaigning, Kaktus.media assessed how much budgetary funds were spent on the parliament of the VII convocation, which self-dissolved. Expenses for the salaries of deputies continue to exist, as the parliament's apparatus continues to perform its functions. However, in addition to this, there are costs for official trips and reserve

01.12.2025, 08:12
How Kyrgyzstanis Voted Abroad. Photos
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How Kyrgyzstanis Voted Abroad. Photos

Voting at 80 polling stations located in various countries concluded at midnight Bishkek time on December 1. These stations were situated in Russia, Turkey, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, and Kuwait, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Kyrgyz citizens at polling stations abroad. Photo by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. Kyrgyz citizens at polling stations abroad. Photo by the press service of the Ministry of

01.12.2025, 06:53
The new voting system has minimized violations and elevated elections to a new level - expert
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The new voting system has minimized violations and elevated elections to a new level - expert

According to expert Bakyt Jumagulov, the new voting system has significantly reduced the number of violations and elevated the elections to a new level. In an interview with the Kabar agency, he noted that the election process took place in a calm and controlled atmosphere. Although voter turnout was not very high, the absence of gross violations became an important indicator. "Previously, we often encountered systemic violations, such as the transportation of voters, bribery, and

30.11.2025, 23:32
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 20

The extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place on November 30, with 29,153 voters participating. According to the law "On Elections," three candidates who received the highest number of votes, taking into account the gender quota, enter the parliament.

30.11.2025, 22:56
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 10

On November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place. As of 7:00 PM, voter turnout was 58,781 people, which corresponds to 43% of the total number. According to the current election legislation, three candidates who received the highest number of votes will enter the parliament, while adhering to the gender quota.

30.11.2025, 22:52
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 19

On November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, with 39,480 voters casting their ballots. According to the legislation "On Elections," three candidates with the highest number of votes, taking into account the gender quota, will enter the parliament.

30.11.2025, 22:48
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 28

Today, November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place. As of 7 PM, 53,121 people voted, which is 33.19% of the total number of voters. According to election legislation, three candidates who received the highest number of votes, taking into account the gender quota, will enter the parliament.

30.11.2025, 22:45
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The police announced the preliminary results of the investigation into the distribution of food in the Issyk-Ata district.

In the Chuy region, police officers have begun an investigation regarding information about the distribution of food products to local residents. According to the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chuy region, on November 30, information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district that in the village of Krasnaya Rechka, located in the rural district of Nurmanbet, one of the candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh is allegedly distributing

30.11.2025, 22:26
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 14

On November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, with the participation of 50,457 citizens. According to the legislation "On Elections," three candidates who received the highest number of votes, taking into account the gender quota, will enter the parliament.

30.11.2025, 22:22
Elections to the City Duma: Preliminary Voting Results by Districts, Who is Winning?
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Elections to the City Duma: Preliminary Voting Results by Districts, Who is Winning?

The closure of all polling stations in Kyrgyzstan marked the end of the voting process, and preliminary information about the results is now coming in. In the early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh, held on November 30, preliminary data from the automated accounting system (ASU) has identified candidates who have currently received the highest number of votes in 30 districts.

30.11.2025, 22:22
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 26

On November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, in which 51,402 voters cast their ballots by 7 PM, accounting for 38.86% of the total number. According to the current legislation "On Elections," the three candidates who receive the highest number of votes will enter parliament, while adhering to gender quotas.

30.11.2025, 22:17
Elections to the Housing Committee: Candidates, citizens, and legal entities have been fined for violating campaign conditions
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Elections to the Housing Committee: Candidates, citizens, and legal entities have been fined for violating campaign conditions

Today, November 30, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of Kyrgyzstan discussed incidents related to violations of pre-election campaigning. As a result, fines were imposed on three candidates, as well as on three citizens and one legal entity. One of the statements received by the CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic was from Oyatullo Mukhidinov, a candidate from electoral district No. 20. He reported that his campaign worker, citizen Narzullo Amirbekov, was spreading information via

30.11.2025, 22:11
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 15

Today, November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place in the country, with 63,182 voters participating. According to election legislation, three candidates who received the highest number of votes will enter parliament, while taking into account the gender quota.

30.11.2025, 22:09
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 16

The extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place today, November 30. A total of 52,786 citizens participated. According to the Law "On Elections," three candidates who received the highest number of votes, taking into account the gender quota, will enter the parliament.

30.11.2025, 22:09
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 13

Extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place today, November 30, with the participation of 71,704 voters. According to the legislation "On Elections," three candidates who receive the highest number of votes will enter the parliament, taking into account the gender quota.

30.11.2025, 22:06
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 29

On November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, with 52,578 voters participating, which constitutes 38.17% of the total number. The data was collected by 7:00 PM. According to the legislation "On Elections," three candidates who received the highest number of votes will enter the parliament, while adhering to gender quotas.

30.11.2025, 21:55
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 27

The extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place today, November 30. Voter turnout was 56,711, which corresponds to 36.02% of the total number of registered voters. According to election legislation, three candidates who received the highest number of votes will enter parliament, while ensuring compliance with the gender quota.

30.11.2025, 21:51
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 18

Today, November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, with 45,767 voters participating. According to the current legislation "On Elections," three candidates who received the highest number of votes, taking into account gender quotas, will enter the parliament.

30.11.2025, 21:50
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In the Chatkal District, voting is taking place for the elections of deputies to the local council.

Today, at 08:00, at polling station No. 2294, located in the Cultural House named after Ch. Aitmatov in the village of Kanysh-Kiya, the head of the district state administration of the Chatkal district, Altynbek Senirbaev, cast his vote, reports the local state administration. According to official data, the population of the Chatkal district is 31,282 people, of which 17,494 are registered voters.

30.11.2025, 21:39
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As of 18:00, over 17,000 people voted abroad in the parliamentary elections, - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

As of 18:00, according to the Director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Seytek Jumakadyrov, the number of Kyrgyz citizens who voted at overseas polling stations amounted to 17,147 people. This information was announced during a live broadcast. Jumakadyrov noted that voting has currently concluded at 17 polling stations outside the country, while the process continues at 77 polling stations in various countries. In the USA, the opening of an additional 6 polling

30.11.2025, 21:35
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 17

Today, November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place in the country, with 45,787 voters participating. According to election legislation, three candidates who receive the highest number of votes will enter the parliament, taking into account the gender quota.

30.11.2025, 21:35
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In Karakol, the last voters are casting their ballots in the elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.

In Karakol, early voting for the elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh is coming to an end. Voters are rushing to express their opinions, as time until the polling stations close is limited. According to a Turmush correspondent, there is high activity at polling station No. 3156 — the last voters are actively approaching the ballot boxes. Among them is 29-year-old Kunduz Nurlan kyzy, who shared: “I am 29 years old, but for various reasons, I have not had the opportunity to participate in

30.11.2025, 21:26
Athlete Killed After Shark Attack in Australia
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Athlete Killed After Shark Attack in Australia

According to information provided by Kazinform with a reference to Bild, the incident occurred at an unprotected beach in the Crowdy Bay National Park, located approximately 360 km north of Sydney. Emergency services were called to the scene on the morning of November 27 after a shark attacked two people. Witnesses assisted the victims until medical personnel arrived, but for 25-year-old Livy M., help came too late — she died on the beach from severe lacerations. Her 26-year-old companion also

30.11.2025, 21:21
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Preliminary Results of Voting for Electoral District No. 12

Today, November 30, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place in Kyrgyzstan, where 55,285 voters cast their ballots. According to the law "On Elections," the three candidates who received the highest number of votes will enter the parliament, while ensuring compliance with the gender quota.

30.11.2025, 21:18
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs received 79 reports of violations on election day

The press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the receipt of 79 statements related to violations of election legislation, as stated by the head of the press service, Sultan Makilov, during a briefing. The distribution of the total number of reports by regions is as follows: - 28 statements were received from the capital, Bishkek; - 15 reports were registered in the Chui region;

30.11.2025, 21:17
Voting in the early elections for the Jogorku Kenesh has concluded in Kyrgyzstan
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Voting in the early elections for the Jogorku Kenesh has concluded in Kyrgyzstan

During the elections held across the country, 2,492 polling stations were operational, 27 of which were designated for remote voting, as well as 100 stations located outside of Kyrgyzstan. For the first time in the country's history, remote voting was used in the elections, allowing citizens to participate in the process without prior applications. The Chairman of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic, T. Shainazarov, noted that this is an important step towards improving

30.11.2025, 21:17
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Preliminary Composition of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII Convocation. Names (updated)

According to the Central Election Commission, the following candidates are entering the new composition of the Jogorku Kenesh. It is important to note that the information may be updated, and the editorial team of Kaktus.media will promptly inform you of all changes. Electoral District No. 1 Azhibaev Chyngyz Ilyaskhoevich. Joroev Ismanali Egemberdievich. Talieva Kamila Abdyrazakovna. Electoral District No. 2 Atazhanov Yrysbek Islamovich. Kalpayev Baktyyar Alievich. Amanova Burun Kushbekovna.

30.11.2025, 21:11
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Elections of Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh — Asel Buribaeva Voted Among the Last in the City of Karakol

In Karakol, early voting for the elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh has concluded. Before the polling stations closed, voters hurried to exercise their right to vote. Among those who arrived among the last were the family of Asel Buribaeva. Asel Buribaeva stated that she decided to vote together with her children. “We finished all our errands and came with our four children to fulfill our civic duty. Five people in our family are voting; my husband managed to come during the day, while

30.11.2025, 21:08
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In Batken, a driver who performed a car drift on the street was fined 15,000 soms.

In Batken, a driver of a "BMW" car was charged with an administrative offense for drifting on a city street, as reported by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of Batken region. This incident occurred on Jibek-Jolu Street, where the driver, performing dangerous maneuvers, posed a threat to other road users. Employees of the traffic safety department promptly intervened and stopped the offender.

30.11.2025, 21:07