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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Highlights by the Morning of December 11

International news agencies have provided information about key events that occurred over the past 24 hours in Ukraine and around the world amid ongoing military actions. Here are the main points. Dobropole. Photo by Anatolii Stepanov / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. According to Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, 30 drones heading towards the Russian capital were shot down overnight. Airports in Ivanovo, Tambov, Yaroslavl, Vladikavkaz, Grozny, Magas, and Makhachkala temporarily suspended operations for

11.12.2025, 08:49

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The Prime Minister of Mongolia instructed officials to intensify the fight against corruption

On this day, December 9, 2025, a working group was established with the task of accelerating the implementation of Mongolia's National Anti-Corruption Program. Based on the Prime Minister's directive, a working group has been formed that will focus on improving the legal environment to prevent corruption and conflicts of interest, strengthening justice, as well as reducing the level of corruption and abuse of power. An important aspect of the group's work will be analyzing the

11.12.2025, 06:41

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Where do Ulaanbaatar residents shop most often?

In Mongolia, a high-precision analysis of pedestrian traffic at major retail and service points has been conducted for the first time. The study was carried out using the international geolocation analytics platform Geo PRO by Mobicom Corporation, which counted pedestrians with the help of a professional research group, GMR. Geo PRO was developed in Japan and was initially used for urban planning, road congestion analysis, and public service accessibility assessment. Currently, this technology

11.12.2025, 05:28

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The New Year Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Main Square Started Yesterday at 7:00 PM

According to information from the Ulaanbaatar governor's office, the festive event started at 19:00.

11.12.2025, 05:23

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14-year-old boy from Govi-Altai aimag became the world champion in drone programming

At the global ENJOY AI 2025 competition, which brought together 56 young engineers from Mongolia, participants showcased their skills and achieved significant success. On December 5, 2025, over 1000 children from 61 countries gathered to test their skills in drone programming and robotics. Among the participants were 56 young engineers from the aimags of Mongolia: Govi-Altai, Khovd, Darkhan, Govi-Sumber, and Bayankhongor, who competed alongside young talents from other countries. This event

11.12.2025, 05:11

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Mongolia has taken a step closer to exporting its own gas to China

Pilot well TMK Energy at the gas extraction project from coal seams in Gurvantes, Mongolia TMK Energy reported record gas flow rates in Mongolia TMK Energy continues to demonstrate significant success in the gas extraction project from coal seams in Gurvantes, Mongolia, increasing gas flow by 18% in November. According to the company, their pilot wells are exceeding expectations, showing a stable influx of gas and water consumption. Water intake remained at October's level, amounting to

11.12.2025, 04:33

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Mongolia Rises 5 Positions in the World Bank's Ranking for Statistical Efficiency Indicators

In the new World Bank ranking, Mongolia ranks 47th out of 217 countries, rising from the 52nd position it held in 2023. This growth of 5 positions illustrates improvements in the statistical infrastructure and governance in the country. Every year, the World Bank releases a ranking based on statistical efficiency (The Statistical Performance Indicators – SPI), which is formed based on official international data. These indicators provide up-to-date information on global development, including

11.12.2025, 04:19

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Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to the Asian Beach Games

This year, the Asian Beach Games will return after a ten-year hiatus. Over the course of eight days, athletes will compete in 14 different disciplines. More than 3,700 participants from 45 Asian countries have registered to take part, among which Mongolia will present over 100 athletes. Mongolians will compete in nine sports, including jiu-jitsu, kurash, 3x3 beach basketball, and beach wrestling. Ten years ago, the previous Asian Beach Games were held in Da Nang, Socialist Republic of Vietnam,

11.12.2025, 04:16

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Letters of Galdan Boshogtu-Khan to the Russian Tsar, preserved in Poland, introduced into scientific circulation

The fifth International Conference on Mongolian Studies titled "Mongolia and Mongols: Past and Present" took place at the University of Warsaw. This event is held every two years by the Faculty of Asian and African Studies. The conference is organized in collaboration with the Department of Asian and African Cultures at the University of Warsaw, the Embassy of Mongolia in Poland, and the National University of Mongolia. This year, around 70 researchers from more than ten countries

11.12.2025, 04:09

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Malaysian Archers Begin Preparation for the World Nomad Games

The VI World Nomad Games will take place in 2026 in Kyrgyzstan

10.12.2025, 23:21

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Australia is the first in the world to impose a complete ban on social media use by children under 16.

According to new legislation, users under the age of 16 must delete their accounts from TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, Snapchat, Reddit, Kick, Twitch, and Threads. The top ten most popular platforms are required to block children's access to their resources, or they face fines of up to 49.5 million Australian dollars (approximately 33 million US dollars), reports The Guardian. All companies, except X, have expressed agreement with the new requirements.

10.12.2025, 21:37

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The US plans to check the social media of foreign tourists

The administration of Donald Trump in the USA is developing an initiative that will require all foreign tourists to provide information about their social media accounts from the past five years in order to enter the country. This was reported by Kazinform, citing NBC News. According to a notice from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, this requirement will apply to all arrivals, including citizens of the United Kingdom and Germany, for whom a visa is not required.

10.12.2025, 17:29

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The head of the Ministry of Information of Kazakhstan reacted to the cases against the leadership of Orda.kz and KazTAG

Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan Aida Balayeva In her comment, Balayeva emphasized that the intervention of state bodies in legal disputes could be perceived as pressure on the judicial system. She also noted the necessity for transparent and objective consideration of administrative and criminal cases concerning journalists. “Freedom of speech in the country is of paramount importance to us. Everyone involved in disseminating information must operate within the law,” the

10.12.2025, 16:53

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Australia is the first in the world to ban social media for children: what will happen for violating the law

In November 2024, the Australian Parliament passed a law that prohibits children under the age of 16 from accessing social networks. This law came into effect at midnight on Wednesday, December 10, as reported by Kazinform citing the BBC. List of Prohibited Platforms

10.12.2025, 16:40

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The Kremlin responded to Zelensky's proposal for an "energy truce"

Dmitry Peskov Commenting on the proposal, Peskov emphasized: “We are looking for paths to peace, not temporary solutions. What is most important for us is a sustainable and long-term peace that can be achieved through the signing of necessary agreements.” These words were spoken by him at a press conference, as reported by "Kommersant". Additionally, Peskov noted that the statements made by U.S. President Donald Trump about the conflict in Ukraine, in an interview for Politico,

10.12.2025, 16:39

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Peskov: Russia has not yet discussed Zelensky's statements on readiness for elections

Dmitry Peskov Peskov clarified that the discussion on this issue has not taken place, as Zelensky's statement is quite recent. According to him, this resembles statements previously made by Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump. "We'll see how events develop," he added. In an interview with Politico, Trump mentioned that the Ukrainian side might use the war as a justification for delaying elections, but emphasized that elections are necessary for

10.12.2025, 15:59

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In Australia, a ban on social media for children under 16 has come into effect

Illustrative photo The ban on the use of social networks, which will affect popular platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, Reddit, and X, is aimed at protecting children from online bullying, misinformation, and inappropriate content. However, it does not extend to messaging apps like WhatsApp, email services, online games, and educational resources. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized that this law will create a healthier environment for children

10.12.2025, 15:50

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Putin to Visit Ashgabat on December 11-12

Illustrative photo According to the press service of the Kremlin, within the framework of the forum, Putin also plans to hold a series of meetings with foreign leaders. However, the specific names of the participants in these meetings have not yet been disclosed.

10.12.2025, 15:46

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In Tajikistan, a fine has been introduced for cryptocurrency production using "stolen electricity"

The adoption of amendments to the Criminal Code took place on December 3, when the deputies of the Parliament of Tajikistan reviewed and approved the proposed changes. In particular, a new article 253(2) was added to the code, concerning "the illegal use of electricity for the production of virtual assets." This article consists of three parts, providing for significant fines and prison terms. In the first part of the article, it is stated that illegal cryptocurrency mining is

10.12.2025, 14:30

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EU countries agreed on "redistribution of migration burden"

At the recent meeting, European states agreed on a number of bills concerning migration policy and the simplification of the deportation process for illegal migrants. One of the key decisions was the permission to build migration centers outside the EU and the possibility of returning migrants to third countries based on bilateral agreements. A list of "safe countries," to which migrants can be expedited for deportation, was also approved in Brussels, reports Euronews. Denmark's

10.12.2025, 13:56

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Attacks on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium: Kazakhstan to Redirect Oil Export Volumes from Kashagan to China

The Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan reported that the incident did not lead to a complete halt in exports, and oil shipments continue as usual. “Currently, the ministry is working with shippers to take operational measures to redistribute the exported volumes of oil. In particular, it has been decided to redirect part of the Kashagan oil to China. The situation is under constant control of the Ministry of Energy,” the official statement said.

10.12.2025, 13:49

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Putin extended the simplified import of goods from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan to Russia until December 25.

Illustrative photo Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree allowing the extension of the import period for goods from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan without the need for labeling and certificates of origin within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union for two weeks. The previous decree expired on December 10, and the new deadline is December 25. The simplified import applies to goods transported by road across the border between Russia and Kazakhstan and is implemented under certain

10.12.2025, 12:56

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Since January, the Trump administration has revoked 85,000 visas of all categories.

Starting from the beginning of 2025, 85,000 visas of various categories have been revoked in the United States, which is more than double the number of revocations from the previous year, according to the State Department. According to CNN data, over 8,000 of the revoked visas are student visas. About 50% of the revocations last year were related to offenses such as driving under the influence, theft, and assaults. The reasons for the remaining visa revocations were not specified.

10.12.2025, 12:26

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Attacks on KTK: Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry Discussed the Situation with Ukraine

During his visit to Vienna, where a meeting was held within the framework of the OSCE Council of Foreign Ministers, the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Yerbek Kosherbayev, discussed this incident with his Ukrainian counterpart. Smadiyarov noted that, although he did not participate in the meeting, he was in close proximity and is confident that the issue of KTK was a topic of discussion. He added that no comments would be made on this matter; however, communication with

10.12.2025, 12:18

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Trump called for elections in Ukraine. Zelensky responded.

After U.S. President Donald Trump called for new elections in Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his readiness to participate in the voting, but under two key conditions, as reported by "RBK-Ukraine". In an interview published on December 9 by Politico, Trump noted that elections had not been held in Ukraine for a long time.

10.12.2025, 12:13

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Kazakhstan to Send Kashagan Oil to China After Strike on CPC

Kazakhstan is making decisions about new export routes due to a decline in transshipment volumes at the Black Sea terminal CPC, which was damaged by an attack from Ukrainian drones. As a result of the incident, one of the offshore mooring devices (OMD-2) sustained significant damage. The Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan has not yet made an official statement regarding the supply of Kashagan oil to China, but it has confirmed that it is seeking new ways to export Caspian oil. In response to a

10.12.2025, 11:06

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Zelensky stated that he is ready to hold presidential elections in Ukraine within 60-90 days if the US and Europe ensure security.

According to Zelensky, security and the legislative framework are key factors for holding elections. He emphasized that the issue of elections should be decided by the people of Ukraine, not foreign partners. When asked about pressure from the U.S. in the context of the elections, he noted: “I did not discuss this issue. Elections depend primarily on our people.” The president also added that he is ready for elections and called on the U.S. and European allies for support in ensuring security

10.12.2025, 09:53

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Zelensky: Ukraine is ready for an energy truce – if Russia is ready

Volodymyr Zelensky The President of Ukraine emphasized that Russia continues to strike at the country's energy infrastructure, to which Ukraine has the right to respond. "If the Russians are ready for a ceasefire in the energy sector, as we have always emphasized, then we will be ready too. This is extremely important for our people," Zelensky noted. He also added that the updated peace plan has not yet been submitted to the United States. "We are working on this with our

10.12.2025, 09:42

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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of December 10

Global media and information agencies have presented a summary of events that occurred in Ukraine and beyond over the past 24 hours, in the context of ongoing military actions. Here are the key points. Konstantinovka in the photo. Photo by Anatolii Stepanov / Reuters. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that he plans to present an updated version of the peace agreement to the United States on Wednesday and expressed readiness for an "energy truce" with Russia, if the

10.12.2025, 09:13

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Exports from India are growing again. The government supported companies with a $5 billion package of measures.

The restored growth of Indian exports enters a new, significant phase characterized by confidence and a targeted foreign economic strategy. The $5 billion government support package represents not only a financial measure but also a strategic signal of India's intention to deepen cooperation with developing markets, especially in Southeast Asia. This is reported by Vietnam Times. The package is based on two key components: the Export Promotion Mission program worth $2.8 billion and the

10.12.2025, 08:50

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"Child - Love - Future": Mongolia, the USA, and international organizations organized an event dedicated to the development and protection of children

Key figures participated in the event, including the Prime Minister of Mongolia, Zandan Shatar Gombojav, the U.S. Ambassador Richard Buangan, as well as ministers and representatives of international organizations. U.S. Ambassador Richard Buangan According to the Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Protection, among the participants were resident ambassadors and representatives of international organizations. Speaking to those gathered, Prime Minister Zandan Shatar Gombojav noted that the

10.12.2025, 06:13

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WJP Rule of Law Index-2025: Mongolia ranked 67th out of 143 countries in the rule of law ranking

The recently published Rule of Law Index for 2025, prepared by the World Justice Project, covers 143 countries. This ranking is based on surveys of citizens and expert opinions assessing eight key criteria, including limitations on government power and the effectiveness of the judicial system in civil and criminal matters. Each country is assigned a score from 0 to 1, where 1 corresponds to full adherence to the principles of the rule of law, and 0 indicates their complete absence. According

10.12.2025, 05:37

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Information Agency "MONTSAME" Begins Distributing News in Korean

Since December 8, 2025, the Mongolian National Information Agency MONTSAME has started publishing news in Korean, thereby expanding its language capabilities, which already included Mongolian (in both Cyrillic and traditional script), English, Chinese, Japanese, and Russian. On November 28, 2025, the director general of the MONTSAME agency, Enkh-Orshikh Khurelee, signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Choi Jin-won, which laid the foundation for the

10.12.2025, 04:54

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Kuwait and Mongolia Celebrated the 50th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations with a Grand Celebration

Last Sunday, when the 50th anniversary of the proclamation of independence was celebrated, the Embassy of Mongolia in Kuwait organized a ceremonial reception dedicated to the half-century anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. At the ceremony, the Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs, Ambassador Samih Hayat, noted that the relations between Kuwait and Mongolia have deep historical roots and continue to actively develop. He reported that just two months ago,

10.12.2025, 04:43

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Simple Mongols sincerely congratulate Her Majesty Empress Masako on her birthday

Empress Masako poses for a photograph at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on December 3. // Imperial Household Agency/Kyodo Empress Masako turns 62; she reflects on peace after visiting World War II memorials This year, Empress Masako, reflecting on the meaning of peace, celebrated her 62nd birthday. This event followed her trips to World War II memorials and an official visit to Mongolia with Emperor Naruhito. As a result of her travels to war-affected sites, the Empress shared her thoughts in a

10.12.2025, 04:36

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A Bright Representative of Neorealism, Prose Writer, Professor Liu Zhengyun Arrived in Mongolia

Liu Zhengyun (劉震云) — a Chinese writer, a prominent representative of neorealism, prose writer, and professor at the Institute of Liberal Arts On December 8, Professor Liu Zhengyun visited Ulaanbaatar, one of the most famous contemporary authors from China. He was a guest at the Mongolian premiere of his novel "Гурван намраас урт ганц өдөр" (One Day Like Three Autumns), which was translated and published in Mongolian by Chimedtseem Menerel, who received the "Biligt Guush"

10.12.2025, 04:20

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France Returned a Smuggled Dinosaur Skeleton to Mongolia

France returned a 70-million-dollar dinosaur skeleton and other fossils, including dinosaur eggs // Dimitar DILKOFF/AFP France and the USA are actively returning Mongolian cultural artifacts, unlike other countries that do not fulfill their return obligations. The dinosaur skeleton was stolen from the Gobi Desert and, after passing through South Korea, was confiscated by French customs in the central part of the country in February 2015. On Monday, Mongolia received from France a

10.12.2025, 04:13

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Last November became the third wettest month since 1940

In the current November, Mongolia is experiencing a significant increase in precipitation, which has risen to an average of 8.9 mm, 2.5 times more than last year, and 2.2 times above the long-term average. This makes November the third wettest month since 1940. According to observations, 81.4% of the country's territory received above-average precipitation, 7.8% received around average, and 10.8% received below-average levels. The temperature in November drops below zero even during the

10.12.2025, 04:08

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Politico: Peace Talks on Ukraine Stalled Due to Demands to Concede Donbass

According to Deutsche Welle, negotiations are at risk due to disagreements over whether Ukraine should fully cede its Donbas territories to Russia. This issue was raised in a publication by Politico and confirmed by a senior European official. The official noted that the United States believes that Moscow insists on the transfer of these territories and that Washington "is exploring different options to achieve this." He also emphasized that the American side believes that

09.12.2025, 22:30

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Zelensky: An updated version of the U.S. peace plan may be ready by December 10

During an online briefing on December 8, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that work on an updated version of the U.S. peace plan is being carried out by national security advisors from both Ukraine and European countries. It is scheduled to be completed by Tuesday. This information was conveyed through "European Truth." As Zelensky noted, the initial plan has been reduced from 28 to 20 points. However, some important issues, such as territorial disputes, post-war

09.12.2025, 21:43

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About Erdogan, Maduro, Xi Jinping, and Europe — a major interview with Donald Trump

Donald Trump // The White House, USA Donald Trump, President of the United States, conducted an extensive interview with Politico. The situation in Ukraine and Vladimir Putin's position can be discussed here. - Let's return to Europe. You mentioned that many actions of European countries are misguided. Recently…

09.12.2025, 20:56

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Winter Kazakhstan: Where Kyrgyzstan Residents Can Travel in the Cold Season

Kazakhstan offers a multitude of ski resorts and natural attractions located just a few hours away, making it an ideal destination for both short trips and extended vacations. Here, one can find magnificent ski slopes, high-altitude ice rinks, unique natural parks, and wellness complexes with hot springs, which particularly attract families and outdoor enthusiasts. Ak-Bulak

09.12.2025, 18:02

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Trump gave an interview where he spoke about the war, the elections, and the situation in Ukraine.

U.S. President Donald Trump spoke in an interview with Politico about issues such as Russia, elections, the conflict in Ukraine, and the prospect of Ukraine's NATO membership. - This year, POLITICO named you the most influential figure shaping policy in Europe. Previously, this list included President Zelensky, Prime Minister of Georgia Meloni, and President Orban. For the first time in the ten-year history of P28, your name has become the first among Americans. Clearly, your influence on

09.12.2025, 17:43

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The situation with ARVI in Kazakhstan is stabilizing, – Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan

// Polina Tankilevitch In the past week, 198,532 cases of ARVI have been recorded, which is 1.7 times lower compared to the previous week, as noted in the agency's report. Since the beginning of the current epidemiological season, 2,295 cases of influenza have been registered, and 2.26 million people have been vaccinated against influenza, which constitutes 11% of the total population of the country.

09.12.2025, 17:31

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The week in Uzbekistan will be rainy.

On December 9, rain will continue in Uzbekistan, according to information from Uzhydromet. In the night and morning of December 10, precipitation is expected in the Tashkent, Samarkand, Jizzakh, and Syrdarya regions, as well as in the areas of the Fergana Valley.

09.12.2025, 17:09

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A new strain of monkeypox has been discovered in the United Kingdom

Mpox Virus A new strain has been identified in a man who recently returned from a trip to Asia. According to genomic sequencing results, the virus sample turned out to be recombinant and includes two strains of mpox – classes Ib and IIb. The UKHSA noted that they will continue to analyze the significance of this strain. Boguma Titandji, an associate professor of medicine at Emory University in the USA, expressed concerns that this discovery is a result of the ongoing spread of the virus and

09.12.2025, 16:28

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In Cambodia, more than 11,000 people have left their homes

As a result of the escalation of the conflict with Thailand, more than 11 thousand residents of the Oddar Meanchey province in Cambodia have been forced to leave their homes. This was reported by the news portal Fresh News, citing information from local authorities. According to the publication, 3,503 families, totaling 11,138 people, left the border areas and moved to safe centers after Thai military began attacks on Cambodian territory.

09.12.2025, 16:04

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The "Central Asia—Japan" Summit will take place in Tokyo on December 19–20.

Illustrative photo The Vice President of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan, Taro Aso, announced an upcoming summit during a meeting of the LDP's parliamentary league responsible for developing ties with Central Asia. He emphasized that in the past six months, other countries such as Russia, China, and the USA have already held similar meetings with states in the region, and it is time for Japan to take an active role in this direction. "From a diplomatic point of view, it is

09.12.2025, 14:22