As part of the 22nd tournament, managed by coaches Zh. Otgonbayar and A. Bat-Ochir, the team from Mongolia, consisting of seven boxers, managed to win two silver and two bronze medals. The silver medals were won by T. Enkhtur (67 kg) and D. Ganbold (60 kg), while the bronze awards went to B. Misheeltu (71 kg) and O. Togodor (80 kg).
In the under 59 kg category, Nanzaddorj demonstrated outstanding results: he lifted 250 kg in squats, 175 kg in bench press, and 242.5 kg in deadlift, totaling 667.5 kg. These achievements earned him the title of Asian champion. Nanzaddorj began practicing powerlifting in 2020. In his career, he has already won gold at national championships and two bronze medals at international competitions. This victory at the Asian Championship marked his first title at this level.
Illustrative photo Ukrainian drones, according to a source, struck the platform at least four times. The Lukoil platform, which was attacked, is the company's largest asset in the Russian part of the Caspian Sea and has significant oil reserves of approximately 129 million tons. Oil is extracted from several installations and exported via the Caspian Pipeline Consortium. Sources from the publication "Hromadske" claim that the strikes were carried out by a unit of the Security
During the meetings, the political, social, economic, and foreign economic agenda of the two states was discussed, as well as a thorough exchange of views on the development of relations and joint cooperation between Mongolia and Lithuania. The participants of the meeting emphasized the prospects for deepening economic interaction, particularly in the field of international logistics and cargo transportation, as well as the need to expand cooperation in the areas of education, culture, and
Starting January 1, 2026, the capital of Mongolia will begin using intelligent cameras to impose fines for ten categories of traffic violations. Last year, as part of the city budget, 1,606 AI cameras were installed at 176 intersections equipped with traffic lights, and their testing commenced. The cameras will record ten different traffic rule violations. During the testing phase, information about violations recorded by the cameras was sent to drivers via SMS, but fines were not imposed.
The agency noted that the reason for the decrease in natural gas imports is related to technical malfunctions in the gas pipeline in a neighboring country. At the same time, the information about the specific state was not disclosed. The Ministry of Energy assured that all necessary measures are being taken to improve the situation. The main task is to ensure a stable fuel supply for households and social institutions, such as schools, kindergartens, medical facilities, and thermal power
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has allocated a loan of $60 million to support the improvement of public transport in Ulaanbaatar, which includes the development of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system. Additionally, the project will provide a grant of $500,000 through the Innovative Climate Finance Mechanism for Asia and the Pacific (IF-CAP). “The Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Ulaanbaatar will significantly improve the quality of public transport for passengers,” noted Shannon Cowlin, ADB
In Suffolk County, located in England, scientists have made a historic discovery – they found the oldest traces of controlled fire in Europe. This was reported in a press release from the British Museum. The research was conducted during archaeological excavations at a clay pit near the village of Barnham, where numerous artifacts related to the activities of ancient people were discovered. Among the finds are fragments of tools, pieces of pyrite, and other items characteristic of Neanderthals.
Amid ongoing mass protests, Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov announced his resignation. This was reported by Reuters. Photo: Reuters. This statement was made on December 11 after the parliament was supposed to consider a vote of no confidence in the cabinet.
This information was announced by Donald Trump at a meeting with supporters in Pennsylvania The head of the United States, Donald Trump, announced the introduction of a permanent ban on immigration from developing countries. He mentioned this during a meeting with his supporters in Pennsylvania, as reported by TRT.
Emergency services are working at the site of the debris fall, as noted by Sobyanin. However, he did not report any injuries or damage to ground objects as a result of the attack. During the drone strike, Rosaviatsiya imposed restrictions on the arrival and departure of aircraft at all airports in the capital. This led to delays and cancellations of about 200 flights. According to "RIA Novosti," the situation in the terminals remains calm, and no crowding of passengers has been
Guy Parmelin, the Minister of Economy of Switzerland and a member of the Swiss People's Party, has been re-elected as the country's president for 2026, as reported by Kazinform. According to information from the Swissinfo portal, on Wednesday his candidacy received support from 203 votes out of 210 valid ballots, which is a record result since the beginning of the 21st century.
The official website of the U.S. administration has begun accepting applications for the "Trump Gold Card," which provides the opportunity to live and work in the U.S., as well as a pathway to obtaining American citizenship, reports DW. The cost of obtaining this card is $1 million, plus a processing fee of $15,000.
During the meeting, Kёver congratulated Hasan on his appointment as the Secretary General of TURKPA and expressed joy regarding the first visit of the organization's leader to the Hungarian Parliament. He also noted Hungary's unwavering support for cooperation with Turkic states. The Secretary General conveyed greetings from the speakers of the parliaments of the TURKPA member states, emphasizing the historical connection between the Hungarian and Turkic peoples. He thanked Hungary
Temporary measures regarding the arrival and departure of aircraft have been implemented at Domodedovo Airport. This was reported by RIA Novosti. According to information from sources, these restrictions are aimed at ensuring safety during flights.
As a result of attacks on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium, Kazakhstan faced a loss of 480 thousand tons of oil, reported Energy Minister Erlan Akkenzhenov on Thursday in the corridors of Akorda, as Vlast.kz conveys. “These attacks have certainly affected production volumes. According to current data, the losses amount to 480 thousand tons,” noted Akkenzhenov. However, he expressed confidence that the planned oil production volumes for the year will be met. Regarding the restoration of the
Shavkat Mirziyoyev As part of his visit, at the invitation of Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty, the President of Uzbekistan will participate in an International Forum dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality, as well as the International Day of Neutrality and the declaration of 2025 as the "International Year of Peace and Trust". During the forum, Shavkat Mirziyoyev will speak at the plenary session, which will be titled "Peace
Ermek Kosherbaev stated: “There is an understanding from the Ukrainian side. It is necessary to ensure the stability of the situation.” At the end of November, the Ukrainian Navy attacked the infrastructure of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) near the Russian port of Novorossiysk. The Kazakh Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed its expectation that Ukraine would take measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. In response, the Ukrainian side confirmed the attack, clarifying that
Fu Kung At the UN Security Council meeting held on December 10 in New York, Fu Kung condemned the killings of Chinese citizens that occurred as a result of attacks from Afghan territory. He also urged both the "Taliban" and the authorities of Tajikistan to enhance border control. A video of his speech was published by Afghanistan International on social media platform X. Additionally, Kung noted that China is ready to cooperate with neighboring countries to strengthen coordination
Illustrative photo The ministry emphasizes that the main focus is on the expulsion of those migrants who pose the greatest danger and have been involved in serious crimes. In the agency's statement, it is also mentioned: "Illegal migrants understand our signal to leave the country. They realize that if they do not do this, we will detain them, and they will no longer be able to return," reports Foxnews.
President Volodymyr Zelensky agreed to hold elections if Western partners help ensure security during the voting. This statement was a response to Donald Trump's call for Ukrainian authorities to organize elections. According to current Ukrainian legislation, elections cannot take place under martial law.
According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), since the beginning of 2025, 2.5 million foreigners have been deported. Of this number, 1.9 million people left voluntarily, taking advantage of the self-deportation program, while 600 thousand migrants were forcibly expelled. This information is reported by RIA Novosti. “In less than a year, 600 thousand illegal immigrants have been deported. Combined with the 1.9 million who opted for self-deportation, the total number of illegal
The vessel, registered under the flag of the Comoros, was moving in Ukraine's exclusive economic zone towards the port of Novorossiysk, with its transponder turned off. The publication also released a video recording of the moment the tanker was struck.
According to local media, the houses collapsed in the evening on Tuesday, and eight families were living in them. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the search for people who may be trapped under the rubble continues. Residents of neighboring buildings have been evacuated for safety.
Trump also added that this day has been "interesting in terms of news." "We just seized a tanker off the Venezuelan coast, it's the largest tanker ever seized," he told reporters at the White House. The President emphasized that the seizure was carried out for a "valid reason," but did not specify the details. He also promised that photos of the operation would be published soon.
Illustrative photo On the night of December 11, the first drone was shot down shortly before midnight. Then, between 00:13 and 00:43 Moscow time, three more drones were destroyed. From 01:07 to 01:54 Moscow time, information was received about five downed drones. At 02:05 Moscow time, the mayor reported the tenth downed drone. In the last hour, drones were shot down in groups: first six, then at 02:33 Moscow time — another five, and 11 minutes later — seven drones. The night ended with the
The Nobel Committee this year awarded scientists and public figures whose achievements have significantly impacted the development of science, society, and international politics. Nobel Prize in Physics
American actor Johnny Depp is being considered for the lead role in the first English-language adaptation of the famous novel by Mikhail Bulgakov, "The Master and Margarita," as reported by Kazinform citing TASS. According to information provided by Variety magazine, Depp will also serve as a producer for this project, which will be carried out under the direction of his film studio IN.2 Film.
Illustrative photo According to Axios, Ukraine has submitted a response to the U.S. administration regarding the latest version of the peace plan to resolve the conflict with Russia. This information came from American and Ukrainian officials. According to a source from "RBK-Ukraine," Kyiv provided Washington with an "updated version of the peace plan." As reported by Axios, the Ukrainian side prepared a detailed response to the U.S. proposals after consultations with
The American space agency NASA has announced attempts to restore contact with the MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN) spacecraft, which studies the atmosphere of Mars. While in orbit around the Red Planet, the station lost contact with Earth. According to information received from NASA, all systems of MAVEN were functioning normally before entering orbit around the Red Planet. However, after the spacecraft crossed the dark side of Mars on December 6, no signal was detected by the
In the context of growing global instability caused by geo-economic conflicts and supply chain issues, the strength of bilateral economic relations increasingly depends on their historical foundation. Partnerships based on centuries-old ties in trade and culture demonstrate greater resilience to external crises. In this context, the relationship between India and Nepal serves as an exemplary model of economic symbiosis. More about this can be found in an article from the publication Nepal
President Donald Trump stated that a "very large" oil tanker was seized by American authorities off the coast of Venezuela. He noted that there were compelling reasons for this action, as reported by the "Russian Service of the BBC." During a press conference at the White House, Trump said, "Today was an interesting day in the news. We just seized a tanker off the coast of Venezuela; it is huge, the largest ever captured. You will soon see other events related to
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
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
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
According to information from the Ulaanbaatar governor's office, the festive event started at 19:00.
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
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
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
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,
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
The VI World Nomad Games will take place in 2026 in Kyrgyzstan
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.
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.
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
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
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,
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