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Ermat Jumayev urged the residents of Talas to actively participate in the elections
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Ermat Jumayev urged the residents of Talas to actively participate in the elections

The Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Talas region, Ermat Jumayev, addressed the residents of the region with a call to actively participate in the upcoming elections. This information was published by the press service of the representative office. In his address, Jumayev emphasized the importance of elections as a significant and responsible step for every citizen.

30.11.2025, 11:29
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In the Moscow District, residents of the boarding house for people with disabilities voted in the elections for housing and communal services deputies.

Today, November 30, in the village of Ak-Suu in the Moscow district of the Chui region, extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, in which 33-year-old Ulan Asanov participated. He lives in a family-type boarding house for people with disabilities and, together with his wife Burulsun and his team, came to the elections to cast their votes. Turmush correspondent reports that Ulan, while in a wheelchair, emphasized the importance of fulfilling his civic duty: “We are

30.11.2025, 11:27
Elections in Kyrgyzstan began from the most remote region of Russia
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Elections in Kyrgyzstan began from the most remote region of Russia

The elections to the Jogorku Kenesh have started in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky Today, elections to the parliament are taking place in Kyrgyzstan. The opening of the first polling station outside the country occurred in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the most remote region of Russia, as reported by representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan.

30.11.2025, 11:25
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Elections in the city of Uzgen are taking place peacefully

According to the information from the mayor of Uzgen, Eldos Taev, the elections in the city are taking place without any violations. “This morning I visited the polling stations. Everything is going smoothly. There are 14 polling stations open in Uzgen, where 36,985 voters are registered. In the first hour of voting, 755 people cast their votes,” noted E. Taev.

30.11.2025, 11:23
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Observers report violations during the elections (updated)

Observers report various violations during the elections. At polling station N7416 in the Atbashy school, located in the village of Manas, a violation of pre-election campaigning was noted: a voter arrived wearing a vest with the surname of one of the candidates. However, according to the legislation, campaigning is only allowed after the registration of candidates is completed and 24 hours before the start of voting.

30.11.2025, 11:22
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Early elections in the State Duma. The Ministry of Internal Affairs initiated 9 criminal cases for vote buying.

During the election campaign, 9 criminal cases were initiated, as reported by the press secretary of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Sultan Makilov, at a press conference. According to him, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Central Election Commission received 256 reports of various violations, of which 59 were registered before the start of the election campaign. Regarding vote buying, 9 criminal cases have been initiated in this area, distributed as follows: 5 cases in Bishkek, 2 in

30.11.2025, 11:22
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In the Tyup District, a 76-year-old voter was presented with a gift

In the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, in the rural area of Tyup, voting began with the participation of 76-year-old Zholoochu Kyshtobaev, who became one of the first voters at polling station No. 3063 in the House of Culture. The chairperson of the precinct commission congratulated Kyshtobaev for his active participation in the elections, and representatives of the district leadership presented him with a small gift.

30.11.2025, 11:21
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In the Kara-Suu District, deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh are being elected

Today, early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh have started in the Osh region, and all polling stations, including those located in the Kara-Suu district, have opened their doors for voters. At polling station No. 5500 in the city of Kara-Suu, voting began at the scheduled time. According to information from the precinct commission, by 09:35, 90 citizens had voted at the station, and 7 voters took advantage of the remote voting option.

30.11.2025, 11:13
Shainazarov: There are no malfunctions of the voting equipment at any polling station
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Shainazarov: There are no malfunctions of the voting equipment at any polling station

During the briefing, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, the head of the Central Election Commission, refuted rumors circulating on social media about possible malfunctions of the voting equipment at some polling stations. He noted that a malfunction implies a complete shutdown of the system, which is not happening at the moment. According to him, all polling stations are functioning without any problems.

30.11.2025, 11:11
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Elections to the City Duma. Voter turnout at 10:00 is 3.89%

As of 10:00 AM on November 30, the voter turnout for the elections of the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh was 167,072 people, which corresponds to 3.89% of the total number of registered voters. This was reported by the chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, at a press conference. According to the data, the total number of citizens included in the control list is 4,294,243 people. We present the turnout statistics by electoral districts: -

30.11.2025, 11:06
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Kyrgyzstanis Abroad Are Already Voting: The First Polling Stations Opened in Russia and East Asian Countries

Active voting abroad for the elections of the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh has already begun. The first polling stations opened in the Far East of the Russian Federation, where the time is 4, 5, and 6 hours ahead of Bishkek. This was reported by Tynchtyk Shainazarov, the chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums, at a briefing on November 30. Following this, voting started in East Asian countries such as Japan, South Korea, China, Malaysia, and Mongolia, where the time

30.11.2025, 11:02
Energy workers across the country are operating in enhanced mode
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Energy workers across the country are operating in enhanced mode

Today, November 30, 2025, in Kyrgyzstan, in connection with the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, energy companies are operating in enhanced mode. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Energy, the main task is to ensure stable electricity supply for voters and polling stations.

30.11.2025, 11:01
Residents of Bishkek are expecting warm and mostly clear weather at the beginning of December.
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Residents of Bishkek are expecting warm and mostly clear weather at the beginning of December.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, from November 30 to December 6, a relatively warm climate is expected, typical for this time of year, with sunny periods and light frosts at night. According to meteorologists' forecasts, on November 30, the daytime temperature will range from +12 to +14 °C, the sky will be clear with some cloudiness, and no precipitation is predicted.

30.11.2025, 10:58
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The "final list of candidates for the VIII convocation" is going viral online. The Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that this is a fake.

The head of the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Sultan Makilov, stated at a briefing on November 30 that a fake list of alleged deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh by districts is circulating on the internet. He also added that in connection with the spread of this information, verification and investigative actions are being carried out.

30.11.2025, 10:57
Outside the polling stations, 9,364 Kyrgyz citizens voted
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Outside the polling stations, 9,364 Kyrgyz citizens voted

The Central Election Commission reported that 9,364 citizens of Kyrgyzstan, which constitutes 90.6% of the total number of voters, took the opportunity to vote outside the polling stations. A total of 10,335 applications for remote voting were submitted to 1,324 electoral commissions out of 2,492. The distribution of voters by categories is as follows:

30.11.2025, 10:52
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Kyrgyzstan in the "Fog". How Air Pollution Directly Affects Health

In winter, breathing in Bishkek becomes a real torture: the air becomes heavy, gray, and saturated with the smell of burning. In summer, the situation improves slightly, but exhaust fumes, dust, and heat create another, equally dangerous atmosphere. Polluted air has become a common phenomenon in the cities of Kyrgyzstan, and its consequences continue to be underestimated. This "air poison" not only worsens overall well-being but also has a serious impact on the health of women and

30.11.2025, 10:49
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What does a polling station look like in the Oktyabrsky District shopping center?

The opening of polling station No. 9111 took place on November 30 at the "Kosmopark" shopping center. For the first time in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, polling stations are located not only in traditional places but also in shopping centers, markets, and even airports. International observers are working at polling station No. 9111, and security is provided by the police.

30.11.2025, 10:48
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The Central Election Commission received 36 applications and complaints regarding the elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh.

At the briefing on November 30, Central Election Commission (CEC) member Uzarbek Zhilkybaev reported that the Working Group, which is reviewing complaints and statements from voters, received 36 appeals from participants in the electoral process. Of the total number of appeals: - 15 were sent directly to the CEC, - 9 — through district commissions, - 12 — through the coordination group responsible for the CEC's operational response. Zhilkybaev noted that most complaints are related to

30.11.2025, 10:46
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Since the opening of the polling station in the city of Karakol, three people have voted.

In Karakol, 28 polling stations have opened. According to a Turmush correspondent, the event began with the performance of the national anthem of Kyrgyzstan. The total number of registered voters in Karakol is 51,954. “As of 08:00, three people have already voted. There are 1,589 registered voters at polling station No. 3148,” summarized the chairwoman of polling station No. 3148, Indira Bektenova.

30.11.2025, 10:36
The Mayor of Osh Voted in the Early Parliamentary Elections and Urged Citizens to Be Active
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The Mayor of Osh Voted in the Early Parliamentary Elections and Urged Citizens to Be Active

Today, November 30, early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh began in Kyrgyzstan. The mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, cast his vote at polling station No. 5283, fulfilling his civic duty, as reported by the mayor's office. Toktorbaev urged the city's residents to actively participate in the voting, reminding them of the importance of each vote for the future of the country. He noted that all necessary conditions have been created to ensure transparency and fairness in

30.11.2025, 10:34
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The Mayor of Bishkek voted at one of the capital's polling stations

The mayor of the capital, Aybek Junushaliev, participated in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, voting at polling station No. 1220. According to the press service of the Bishkek city hall, 296 polling stations were opened for voting in the capital, each equipped with automatic ballot boxes for counting votes. Election commission operators underwent special training to work with the new devices. In Bishkek, 296 precinct election commissions have been organized, covering four

30.11.2025, 10:32
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In the city of Osh, a damaged ballot was found at site No. 5312

In Kyrgyzstan, early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh are taking place on November 30. A case of a damaged ballot was recorded at polling station No. 5312 in the city of Osh. According to the chairperson of the precinct commission, Nazgul Alimkulova, at 08:00, the readiness and functionality of the voting equipment were demonstrated to the observers. There are 2,664 registered voters at this polling station, and at the time of the report on the issue, 14 people had voted.

30.11.2025, 10:29
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Head of the Central Election Commission: There are no disruptions at the polling stations

At the press conference held on November 30, the chairman of the Central Election Commission, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, stated that no disruptions in the system at polling stations were recorded during the parliamentary elections taking place in the country. Shainazarov also pointed out that false information about problems with the voting system is being spread on social media.

30.11.2025, 10:28
The Kyrgyz Experience is Unique. An International Observer on the Elections of the Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh
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The Kyrgyz Experience is Unique. An International Observer on the Elections of the Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

An international observer from Belarus, Gleb Lapitsky, shared his impressions after visiting about ten polling stations. According to him, the atmosphere during the elections was positive both among the members of the electoral commissions and among the voters. Lapitsky emphasized that this event is significant not only for the elderly but also for the youth, making the elections especially important for all age groups.

30.11.2025, 10:26
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16 candidates with disabilities participate in the parliamentary elections

In Kyrgyzstan, on November 30, voting is taking place for the early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. A total of 460 candidates are participating in this process, among which 180 are women. Central Election Commission member Akbalyk Jumalieva reported at a briefing that out of the total number of candidates, 16 have disabilities. Of these, 4 candidates have disabilities of the first and second degrees, while 12 individuals belong to the III group of disabilities. The country is

30.11.2025, 10:24
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Voting Outside the Polling Place: Over 10,000 Applications Submitted

At the briefing on November 30, Akbalyk Jumalieva, a member of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums, announced information about the applications submitted for voting outside the polling station (home voting), which 10,329 citizens took advantage of as of November 29. Of this number: • 2,134 people — with disabilities, • 676 — from special categories,

30.11.2025, 10:19
The Mayor of Bishkek participated in the elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.
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The Mayor of Bishkek participated in the elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.

The Mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, voted at polling station No. 1220 as part of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic. This information was provided by the Bishkek city hall. According to the department's data, on election day, 296 polling stations are operating in Bishkek, all equipped with automatic ballot counting machines. Operators on site underwent special training on the use of the new equipment.

30.11.2025, 10:15
The first polling station abroad opened in the most remote region of Russia.
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The first polling station abroad opened in the most remote region of Russia.

In the most remote region of Russia, in the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, the first overseas polling station, number 9095, has opened. Here, citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic have the opportunity to exercise their constitutional right in accordance with the new election legislation. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the first voter to cast their ballot at this station in the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic was citizen O.M.A., who expressed

30.11.2025, 10:14
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Interagency Coordination: The CEC and Government Bodies Strengthen Efforts to Ensure Participation of Special Categories of Voters

On November 12, a meeting was held with the participation of representatives from the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums (CEC) and state bodies. The main topic of discussion was measures to ensure the participation of special categories of citizens in the upcoming early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30. This was reported by CEC member Akbalyk Jumalieva at a press conference. During the meeting, the following issues were addressed:

30.11.2025, 10:05
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Early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh are taking place in Kyrgyzstan. Live broadcast

Today, November 30, early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh are taking place in Kyrgyzstan. These elections are being held under updated rules. The editorial team of Kaktus.media is covering all events in real-time. In reverse orderOnly important03:0730.11.2025The first polling station opened at 03:00 Bishkek time (08:00 local time) outside the country, in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. The number of this station is 9095.

30.11.2025, 10:02
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has initiated 9 criminal cases regarding vote buying.
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs has initiated 9 criminal cases regarding vote buying.

Since the announcement of early elections for the Jogorku Kenesh, the Ministry of Internal Affairs has registered 256 reports of various offenses. This was stated by the press secretary of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Sultan Makilov, at a briefing. Out of this number, criminal cases have been initiated in 9 instances under Article 196 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, which pertains to vote buying. In Bishkek, 5 cases have been opened, while 2 criminal cases have been initiated

30.11.2025, 09:58
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In the Nookat District, 105 polling stations have been prepared

Today, November 30, a correspondent from Turmush reported that 105 polling stations have been prepared in the Nookat district. According to the district electoral commission, there are 128,517 registered voters in electoral district No. 4, while the total number of citizens eligible to vote in the district is 178,969. The district akim visited polling station No. 5398 "Boston," located in the Abdovaitov Secondary School in the city of Nookat, and has already cast his vote. According

30.11.2025, 09:57
Iran has Decommissioned Hydroelectric Power Plants Due to Drought
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Iran has Decommissioned Hydroelectric Power Plants Due to Drought

In Iran, the hydroelectric power station on the Karhe River, located in the western province of Khuzestan, has been shut down due to drought. This was reported by Amir Mahmoudi, the director of the Karhe hydroelectric power station and reservoir, as conveyed by RIA Novosti. Mahmoudi noted that "the power units of this station were stopped due to the decrease in water levels in the reservoir. The sluices of the lower tier of the dam were reopened to supply water downstream," as

30.11.2025, 09:56