The materials that attracted the attention of law enforcement contain "false information, calls to boycott the referendum, and other information misleading citizens, using phone numbers registered in foreign jurisdictions," the police statement noted. In connection with the obstruction of electoral rights, a criminal case has been initiated, the police added.
In Oman, at the Camel Beauty Show 2026 festival, an incident occurred that resulted in the disqualification of 20 camels. The reason for the disqualification was the cosmetic procedures that the animals underwent. According to information provided by the Daily Mail and reported by the Kazinform agency, the contest veterinarians noticed signs of such enhancements, which led to the exclusion of the camels from the competition. The camel beauty contest is an important cultural event in the Gulf
As part of the project "Development of the Information Technology Sector," a meeting was held organized by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the National Park of Information Technology (NPIT). Key figures from NPIT attended the event, including Zolzayaa Jargalsaihan, the project leader, as well as representatives from the consulting firm "Deloitte Tomatsu": Yamamoto Shosei, the deputy project leader, and advisor Hagiharu Natsuki. The main objective of
The President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, has presented a bill for discussion in the Great State Khural (parliament) that proposes the possibility of annulling parliamentary mandates. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. During the discussion of the bill's concept, the head of the Presidential Administration, Uylstogoldor Altankhuyag, noted that the President, representing the unity of the Mongolian people, bears an important responsibility for strengthening trust between the
According to MiddleAsianNews, in London, the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources of Mongolia, Damdinnyam Gongor, met with Chris MacDonald, the Minister of Industry of the United Kingdom. During this meeting, a decision was made to establish a joint working group between the ministries of the two countries. This will be part of the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding signed in 2024, which concerns cooperation in the field of mining between Mongolia and the United Kingdom.
According to the spokesperson for the Taliban movement, Zabihullah Mujahid, this decision was made in response to "provocations and border violations" from Islamabad. On February 21, the Pakistani armed forces conducted airstrikes on the Afghan provinces of Paktia and Nangarhar, claiming that their targets were camps of terrorists linked to the groups "Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan" and "Islamic State." The conflict erupted in the provinces of Nangarhar, Nuristan,
During the discussions at the meeting, emphasis was placed on the cooperation between the two countries in the field of environmental protection and climate change. Participants considered possible directions for supporting and strengthening these relations, as reported by QNA.
At the government meeting held on February 25, a bill was reviewed and approved that amends the Land Code. According to MiddleAsianNews, this law grants livestock breeders the right to 5 hectares of land for growing fodder crops and 1 hectare for winter and spring grazing of livestock. The provision of opportunities for livestock breeders to engage in growing fodder crops is expected to be a step towards better adaptation to climate change and reducing risks associated with natural disasters.
The competition for the construction of the first copper smelting plant in Mongolia involves a Chinese consortium made up of several companies and a Swiss firm. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. A report on the construction of the copper concentrate processing plant was presented by the working group to the government as part of a project to develop an industrial and technological complex being implemented by the state mining corporation "Erdenet". The project was presented to 55
The negotiations took place in Geneva on February 26, where the USA was represented by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, appointed by Donald Trump, while Iran was represented by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The discussions lasted several hours, including morning and evening sessions. At the end of the morning round, an Axios source reported the disappointment of the American delegates. However, after the evening negotiations, one senior American official noted that the discussions were
left: the honorable lady Julia Ann Hoggett and Damdinnyam Gongor The London Stock Exchange provides new opportunities for Mongolia's mining sector, paving the way for attracting billions of dollars for the development of new deposits, reports MiddleAsianNews. After registering on the London Stock Exchange, Mongolian companies will be able to attract capital and develop new deposits, creating additional investment opportunities. During his working visit to the United Kingdom,
Global news outlets and agencies have provided information about events in Ukraine and beyond, amid the ongoing military conflict. Key points from the past day. A minute of silence in Kyiv on the fourth anniversary of the war. Photo by Henry Nicholls / AFP / Scanpix / LETA. The International Monetary Fund approved a loan of $8.1 billion to Ukraine for a period of four years. The first tranche of $1.5 billion will be disbursed immediately. A meeting of representatives from Ukraine and the United
On the night of February 26-27, a serious conflict occurred on the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan, during which the two countries exchanged strikes in border areas. In particular, the Pakistani aviation attacked territories in Afghanistan, including the capital, which continued the tension that arose after recent airstrikes by Pakistan on Afghan regions. History of the ConflictThe current escalation of the conflict began in February 2026, when Pakistan accused Afghanistan of harboring
According to information received from Russia, a citizen of Mongolia, Ts. Ganbold, who lives in the Bayan-Uul sum of Dornod province, has been arrested. This information is provided by MiddleAsianNews. Mongolian news sources report that Ganbold will be held in a detention center in Chita for a month on suspicion of espionage activities. Ts. Ganbold, along with his wife, works at the Ulkhan checkpoint, which is located 50 kilometers from Bayan-Uul. In addition to herding, he has also worked as
In his address, Orban noted that for four years Ukraine has ignored the positions of the Hungarian government and people regarding the conflict with Russia. He claims that Zelensky is trying to involve Hungary in this conflict, gaining support from Brussels and enlisting the backing of the Hungarian opposition to create a pro-Ukrainian government in the country. “Your actions, including the recent closure of the Druzhba oil pipeline, threaten Hungary's energy security and jeopardize the
According to the investigation, an entrepreneur from the Moscow region, through an intermediary, purchased nine diesel engines in the Kurgan region with the intention of sending them to Kazakhstan. These engines fall under the category of goods requiring export control, and the sender did not have the necessary license and provided false information in the declaration. The seizure of the engines occurred at the international checkpoint "Petukhovo." A criminal case has been initiated
Illustrative photo In 2025, preliminary data suggests that the outflow of Americans may increase; however, researchers emphasize that official figures may not reflect the real situation. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security reports that 675,000 people were deported last year, while about 2.2 million "self-deported." The WSJ notes that at least 180,000 Americans moved to the 15 countries in question. The total number of migrants arriving in the U.S. in 2025 is estimated to be
In response, Ukraine handed over the bodies of 35 Russian servicemen to Russia, Medinsky added. However, the Ukrainian Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War has not yet confirmed information about this exchange.
According to the minister, such a situation raises serious concerns. “There is still a belief in witchcraft and magic among the population. Sorcerers and 'wandering mullahs' continue to push people towards terrorism and extremism,” noted Rahimzoda.
Illustrative photo The founder of Garden Catering Trade, according to the Unified State Register as of February 25, is Muydinjhon Abdumuminovich Gofurov. The day before, on February 24, this role was held by Ikboljon Habibulloevich Bozorov, who is also the khokim of the Fergana region. Gofurov owns shares in several companies, such as Grand Super Montaj (residential building construction), Space Travel Rides Park (amusement park rides), Modern Builder Development (real estate), Valley Ceramics
According to estimates by UN experts, illegal waste trade generates up to $18 billion a year. This conclusion was drawn after analyzing global waste flows. The report emphasizes that the illegal waste trade harms the environment and poses a threat to human health. The document also examines the actions of criminal organizations and companies involved in illegal waste trade.
According to the Institute of International Finance (IIF), in 2025, global debt increased by $29 trillion, reaching a record $348.3 trillion. The main factor behind this growth was the increase in sovereign obligations, which amounted to over $10 trillion. Most of this increase came from the United States, China, and eurozone countries. According to IIF data, the primary reason for the growth of global debt today is the budget deficits of leading economies, rather than the debts of companies
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced these initiatives during a meeting dedicated to urbanization issues in the capital, as reported by his administration's press service. The economy of Tashkent and its agglomeration are actively developing, and according to the latest data, the city's population has exceeded 3.1 million people. Experts' forecasts indicate a possible doubling of this figure by 2045. In this regard, it is necessary to carry out urbanization
According to specialists, solar activity is "quickly recovering" after the decline that occurred in mid-February. The detection of an M2.4 class flare indicates an average level of intensity. More than ten flares were recorded within a day.
The Honda Aircraft Company has unveiled the new light twin-engine jet Elite II, which has become the first in its class to receive approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the Garmin Emergency Autoland (EAL) system. This was reported by Naked Science. This innovative technology enables the aircraft to perform a fully autonomous landing in emergency situations.
As part of these projects, five with a total amount of $570.9 million are in the process of implementation, while six completed initiatives with a total investment of $602.2 million are at the guarantee stage. According to the Ministry of Transport, in 2025, work began on the construction of the roads Dushanbe – Gulishton (49 km long), Gulishton – Farhor (29.6 km), as well as the reconstruction of the third section of the Obigarm-Nurobod road.
A significant eruption of a mud volcano occurred in Colombia, in the San Juan de Uraba area, as reported by REN TV, citing information from the newspaper El Tiempo. “A state of emergency has been declared in San Juan de Uraba due to the volcanic eruption. This has been confirmed by the municipal council for disaster risk management,” the message posted on social media X states.
According to Reuters, citing the fire department, more than 3,600 residents of the cities of Juiz de Fora and Ubá have been forced to evacuate their homes. The administration of Juiz de Fora is strongly urging local residents to leave flood-prone areas and relocate to specially prepared temporary shelters. In response to the situation, the federal government of Brazil has expedited aid, sending medical personnel and national defense specialists to the region.
Illustrative photo According to the investigation materials, in January 2025, O.H. left for Russia in search of work. Initially, he got a job in one of the workshops at Vnukovo Airport, but soon faced difficulties obtaining the necessary documents and was notified of the intention to deport him for violating the law. Nevertheless, the migrant, experiencing financial difficulties, decided to continue working despite the risk of being expelled from the country. In April, a friend offered him
During the conversation, the President of Ukraine noted that representatives of Trump — Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who are dealing with issues of peaceful resolution with Russia, also participated in the discussion. “We discussed the topics that will be addressed at tomorrow's bilateral meeting in Geneva, as well as preparations for the next full round of negotiations in a trilateral format, which is planned for early March. We hope this will allow us to move on to negotiations at
In his performance, Saburov did not shy away from the topic of his entry ban, stating: “I’m sure many came to the concert, but most just want to see a criminal. Even Zelensky doesn’t have such a ban. 50 years. Am I Dracula?” — the comedian's words are quoted by Sobchak. Additionally, he mentioned that his stand-ups will now be so patriotic that the audience might think he is a foreign agent, like Vladimir Solovyov.
Despite advancements in land rights protection at the global level, over a billion people—almost one in four adults—express concern that they may lose their land or housing within the next five years. This is highlighted in a report prepared with the support of the UN, which emphasizes the importance of more inclusive policies in this area. Over the past 20 years, governments in various countries have adopted both national and international documents related to land policy, particularly in
On the morning of February 25, near the El Pino canal in Villa Clara province, an incident occurred involving an American boat registered in Florida that violated Cuban maritime borders. When Cuban border guards approached the vessel, the crew of the boat began shooting. As a result of this shootout, four people from the American boat were killed, and another six were injured. The injured were evacuated and are receiving medical assistance. The commander of the Cuban vessel was also injured.
The Department of Meteorological and Ecological Analysis presents the weather forecast for March. In the western aimags, the air temperature in March is expected to be at the level of the long-term average in eastern Zavkhan and northern Bayankhongor, while in other areas, the temperature will be above average (see Fig. 1).
In Itikawa, at the zoo, a baby Japanese macaque named Punch was born, whom his mother rejected immediately after birth. The zoo staff took on the responsibility of caring for him, and to compensate for the lack of maternal love, they provided the little one with a soft toy in the shape of an orangutan, which he never parted with. The Journey from Loneliness to CarePunch was born in July 2025, and his first days were filled with loneliness. A video of him sleeping while cuddling the toy received
The XIV Winter Paralympic Games will kick off in Milan and Cortina, Italy, in 10 days. Four athletes will represent our country in three sports. Ganbold Batmunkh and Dashdorj Tsegmid will participate in men's cross-country skiing events at distances of 10 and 20 kilometers. Tserenpuntsag Biyambadorj will compete in alpine skiing, while Selenge Adiyaamunkh will participate in women's cross-country skiing. According to MiddleAsianNews, the athletes are already in training. Currently,
Amarjargal Enkhtuyaa Amarjargal Enkhtuyaa won a bronze medal at the 23rd International Dance Competition held in Berlin in the Folk Dance Solo category. Four years ago, he already achieved second place at the same competition. Thus, he has stood on the podium twice at one of the leading dance competitions registered by UNESCO. In addition to the bronze award, he was also nominated for the title of best choreographer and composer. At the invitation of the organizers, he participated in the gala
left: Amartuvshin Gombosuren and Jeong Dong-yeon This information was published on the official Facebook page of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. On February 24, during a working visit to the Republic of Korea, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Amartuvshin Gombosuren, held meetings with key figures, including Jin Seon-jun, a member of the National Assembly and president of the Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group between Mongolia and South Korea, as well as Jeong
In the last 24 hours, foreign media and news agencies have released information about key events in Ukraine and the world, especially against the backdrop of ongoing military actions. Here is a brief overview. A serviceman of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kharkiv region. Photo by Diego Herrera Carcedo / Anadolu / Getty Images. Vladimir Zelensky and Donald Trump held a phone conversation during which they discussed the upcoming trilateral negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the USA,
The Cuban Coast Guard ship. Archive photo Yamil Lage / AFP. According to information provided by CNN and the Cuban Ministry of the Interior, the incident occurred when a boat registered in Florida entered Cuban territorial waters. Border forces opened fire after the vessel refused to comply and began shooting, injuring the commander of the Cuban boat. Sequence of Events off the Coast of CubaCuban authorities reported that the boat was spotted near Cayo Falcones, located in the Villa Clara
At the UN General Assembly, the resolution regarding peace in Ukraine was approved with 107 votes, while the US proposal to revise the principles of territorial integrity was rejected. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. On the day marking four years since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, 69 countries spoke out against Washington's initiative, which implied the exclusion of sovereignty and territorial integrity clauses from the resolution text, while only 11 countries
The Immigration Agency of Mongolia monitors the activities of foreign and international non-governmental organizations operating within the country. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. As part of the oversight, the Agency decided to revoke the licenses for activities in Mongolia from six non-governmental organizations. This decision was made in accordance with the Regulation on the issuance, extension, and revocation of permits, as well as the supervision of the activities of branches and
Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, the President of Mongolia, expressed his warm congratulations and best wishes to the Emir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on the occasion of his National Day. As part of this congratulation, the President of Mongolia wished Sheikh Mishaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah health and happiness, and the people of Kuwait peace, prosperity, and development.
This topic is actively discussed in the Ministry of Education. On its official website, Minister of Education Naranbayar Purevsuren published information that the ministry is developing a draft law that will restrict the use of social networks by children. This decision is based on growing data about the negative impact of social networks on young users, — reports MiddleAsianNews. The minister also noted that in countries such as Australia, France, South Korea, and Spain, there are already
At the concert in Phuket, Nurlan Saburov commented for the first time on the ban on entering Russia. This was reported by Ksenia Sobchak's Telegram channel "Bloody Landlady." During his performance, the comedian ironically reacted to Sobchak's support:
According to information provided by The Chosun Daily, Kim Jong Un regularly takes his daughter to events related to nuclear and missile tests, where she is likely already involved in military affairs. Reports suggest that she may be assigned the role of "head of missile management." Formally, this position is held by Chang Chang Ha, but intelligence indicates that Kim Ju Ae is presumably receiving reports from generals and may be giving instructions.
A new eruption of Semeru volcano has occurred in central Indonesia, as reported by the agency Report, citing Antara. The ash ejected by the volcano rose to a height of 3,000 meters above the crater, which corresponds to 6,676 meters above sea level. In this regard, the Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation of Indonesia has urged both local residents and tourists to exercise caution and avoid approaching the crater within a distance of less than 5 kilometers to mitigate the
As a result of heavy rains in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, 30 people have died, and another 39 are reported missing, according to the Report agency, citing information from the CNN Brasil television channel. The continuous rains have led to flooding and landslides, with the cities of Juiz de Fora and Ubá being the most severely affected. Approximately 440 people have been left homeless, and 13 individuals were rescued from collapsed buildings. A total of 208 victims have received