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Pakistan carried out airstrikes on the capital of Afghanistan, Kabul
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Pakistan carried out airstrikes on the capital of Afghanistan, Kabul

How can further destabilizations affect the countries of Central Asia? On the night of February 27, Pakistan conducted airstrikes on various cities in Afghanistan, including the capital Kabul. Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif announced on social media platform X that after prolonged armed conflicts, tensions between the two neighboring countries have reached the level of "open war," according to DW. Attaullah Tarar, Pakistan's Information Minister, confirmed on X

27.02.2026, 09:55
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Rubber Apartments. Participants of the Illegal Migration Channel Sentenced in Russia

In Chelyabinsk, the Soviet District Court announced the verdict for ten individuals who were part of a criminal group involved in organizing illegal migration. Of these, nine received actual prison sentences, while one participant was fined, as reported by the media. The investigation revealed that the accused provided foreigners with fake employment contracts, fictitious certificates of knowledge of the Russian language and history, as well as organized registration in so-called "rubber

26.02.2026, 23:12
Pseudo-employees of the GKNB, Ministry of Internal Affairs, and National Bank took 22 million soms from a Bishkek resident
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Pseudo-employees of the GKNB, Ministry of Internal Affairs, and National Bank took 22 million soms from a Bishkek resident

Law enforcement officials urge citizens to be cautious of requests from "security officers" for money transfers In Bishkek, two suspects involved in fraud amounting to over 22 million soms have been detained. This information was revealed in a press release from the Main Department of Internal Affairs. According to the provided data, on December 22, 2025, a resident of the city named Ch. G. contacted the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs, reporting that unknown

26.02.2026, 18:07
Fake security service employees swindled 22 million soms from a Bishkek resident
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Fake security service employees swindled 22 million soms from a Bishkek resident

Two suspects in a fraud case have been detained in Bishkek, according to investigation data, having deceived a local resident out of a large sum of money. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs (GUVD). The police received information that on December 22, 2025, a woman named Ch.G. approached the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs.

26.02.2026, 17:53
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In Kyrgyzstan, an international channel for the supply of synthetic drugs has been shut down.

Employees of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, together with the State Committee for National Security and law enforcement agencies of neighboring countries, successfully intercepted drug trafficking and detained members of a transnational organized crime group. As a result of a special operation conducted in January 2026, a channel for the supply of synthetic drugs was shut down, and suspects were detained. Eight kilograms of methamphetamine were seized from

26.02.2026, 17:19
Border guards in Batken intercepted the illegal export of 10 calves across the border
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Border guards in Batken intercepted the illegal export of 10 calves across the border

Employees of the Batken Border Detachment prevented an attempt to illegally transport cattle across the border. This information was provided by the press service of the State Border Service (SBS). During the operation in the village of Ak-Tatyr, border guards detained a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, born in 1988. In his Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicle, there were 10 calves that he intended to smuggle into a neighboring country, bypassing official border checkpoints.

26.02.2026, 16:57
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In the State Insurance, they reminded about the difference between OSAGO and CASCO

According to Aktan Turumbekov, compulsory insurance (OSAGO) is intended to compensate for damage caused to third parties, while comprehensive insurance (CASCO) covers damage that has been inflicted directly on the owner's vehicle as a result of an accident. The director of the insurance and reinsurance department of Gosstrakh outlined these differences on the air of "Birinchi Radio." He also noted that in the event of an accident, if the insured is found to be at fault, OSAGO

26.02.2026, 16:55
Fake security service employees scammed a Bishkek resident out of 22 million soms
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Fake security service employees scammed a Bishkek resident out of 22 million soms

In Bishkek, two individuals were detained by the Main Internal Affairs Department on suspicion of fraud. According to the press service of the city’s internal affairs department, they deceived a local resident, stealing a significant amount of money from her. The incident occurred on December 22, 2025, when a woman named Ch.G. contacted the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department. She reported that the criminals, posing as employees of the State National Security Committee, the

26.02.2026, 16:19
Tax officials intercepted the import of 11 tons of expired sweets into Kyrgyzstan
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Tax officials intercepted the import of 11 tons of expired sweets into Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, employees of the State Tax Service prevented the import of confectionery products that had expired. The press service of the STS reported this incident. During an inspection of a cargo truck, tax inspectors found 4,179 boxes of spoiled sweets. The total weight of this cargo was approximately 11 tons, although the carrier's documentation indicated only 7 tons.

26.02.2026, 16:18
The methamphetamine supply channel and a transnational organized crime group were dismantled in Kyrgyzstan
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The methamphetamine supply channel and a transnational organized crime group were dismantled in Kyrgyzstan

Employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, engaged in the fight against drugs, in collaboration with the State National Security Committee and law enforcement agencies of other countries, carried out a successful special operation aimed at dismantling the activities of a transnational organized crime group involved in drug smuggling. This was reported by the press service of the State Drug Control Service. As a result of the operation conducted in January 2026, 8 kilograms of

26.02.2026, 16:18
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At Issyk-Kul, a woman set herself on fire after learning about her 17-year-old daughter's pregnancy

In the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, a tragic incident occurred in which a woman committed self-immolation. According to information provided by Kaktus.media, details of the incident were reported to local law enforcement authorities. On February 25, a mother born in 1985 contacted the police to report that her daughter, born in 2009, was 16 weeks pregnant. During the questioning of the minor, the mother refused to be present, stating that she felt ashamed about her daughter's

26.02.2026, 14:28
A resident of the village of Ak-Suu set herself on fire after learning about her underage daughter's pregnancy.
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A resident of the village of Ak-Suu set herself on fire after learning about her underage daughter's pregnancy.

The girl was interrogated by the police before the tragic event The tragic event occurred in the Issyk-Kul region, where a resident of the village of Ak-Suu took her own life after learning about her underage daughter's pregnancy. Information about the incident was reported to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, on February 25, information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Ak-Suu district that the girl, M.A., born in 2009, is 16

26.02.2026, 12:18
A Woman Died After Self-Immolation at Issyk-Kul – Details
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A Woman Died After Self-Immolation at Issyk-Kul – Details

A tragic incident occurred in the Issyk-Kul region: a woman died as a result of self-immolation. According to the regional press service, on February 25, 2026, the internal affairs authorities of the Ak-Suu district received a report about the pregnancy of a local resident's daughter, a 17-year-old girl who is in her sixteenth week. The girl's mother, born in 1985, was identified as M.A.

26.02.2026, 10:56
In Kyrgyzstan, 5 fires were registered in the past 24 hours
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In Kyrgyzstan, 5 fires were registered in the past 24 hours

In the past 24 hours, 5 cases of fire have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the KR. According to the agency, three of these incidents occurred in the Osh region, as well as one case in the Batken region and one in the city of Osh. Five fire crews were involved in extinguishing the flames. No rescue services were required.

26.02.2026, 10:24
A man tried to bribe a GKNB KR employee with gold.
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A man tried to bribe a GKNB KR employee with gold.

GKNB employees detained a citizen named D.R.E., born in 1978, at the moment he was handing over two gold bars weighing a total of 200 grams. According to information from the agency, the gold was intended for bribery in order to obtain a favorable decision regarding a criminal case currently under investigation. At this time, the suspect has been placed in the temporary detention facility of GKNB KR.

26.02.2026, 10:15
An employee of the GKNB was attempted to be bribed with gold bars.
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An employee of the GKNB was attempted to be bribed with gold bars.

A man was detained in Kyrgyzstan for attempting to bribe an employee of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) with two gold bars weighing 200 grams each. According to the press service of the GKNB, this illegal reward was intended to influence the outcome of a criminal case that is currently under investigation.

26.02.2026, 10:01
A citizen with gold bars was detained for attempting to bribe a GKNB employee.
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A citizen with gold bars was detained for attempting to bribe a GKNB employee.

Employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic detained a citizen named D.R.E., born in 1978. This event occurred during his attempt to offer a bribe, as reported by the organization's press service. It was revealed that this citizen intended to bribe a national security service employee in order to obtain a favorable decision regarding a case that is currently under investigation. As a bribe, he handed over two gold bars, with a total weight of 200 grams.

26.02.2026, 09:37
Money is Out of Fashion: Man Tried to Bribe GKNB Employee with Gold
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Money is Out of Fashion: Man Tried to Bribe GKNB Employee with Gold

He offered bars weighing 100 grams each A man has been detained in Kyrgyzstan for attempting to bribe a security service representative with gold bars. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to the agency, the incident occurred on February 23, 2026. A citizen named "D.R.E", born on May 2, 1978, attempted to hand over two gold bars weighing 200 grams to an SCNS officer as part of operational search activities, offering them as a bribe to

26.02.2026, 09:32
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"As a Bribe". A Man Was Detained While Handing Over Gold Bars to a GKNB Employee

A man has been detained in Kyrgyzstan who is suspected of attempting to bribe an employee of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). This information was provided by the press center of the SCNS. On February 23, the detained individual, 45-year-old D. R. E., was caught transferring two gold ingots weighing a total of 200 grams, which, according to the investigation, were intended as a bribe to obtain a favorable decision in a criminal case.

26.02.2026, 09:28
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The plot of land has been returned to the state in the Bazar-Korgon district

The General Prosecutor's Office reported the return of a illegally alienated land plot to municipal ownership in the Bazar-Korgon district. During a check on compliance with land legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, prosecutors from the Bazar-Korgon district established that in 2006, a 9.2-hectare agricultural land plot located in the village of 1 Maya of the Kenesh rural municipality was transferred to private ownership in violation of legal norms.

26.02.2026, 09:27
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In 24 hours, 5 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan

On February 26, the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported that in the last 24 hours, 5 cases of fire had been registered in Kyrgyzstan. To extinguish these fires, 5 fire brigades were deployed. Of the total number of fires, three incidents occurred in the Osh region, while one each took place in the Batken region and the city of Osh.

26.02.2026, 08:55
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A man attempted to bribe a GKNB employee with gold bars weighing a total of 200 grams.

According to a report from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), a man attempted to bribe one of the agency's employees with gold bars weighing a total of 200 grams. On February 23, 2026, during operational-search activities conducted by the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic, a citizen named "D.R.E.", born in 1978, was detained. He attempted to hand over two measured gold bars as a bribe for assistance in the investigation of a criminal case.

26.02.2026, 08:53
Storm Warning: Strong Winds Expected in the Capital and Chuy Region
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Storm Warning: Strong Winds Expected in the Capital and Chuy Region

Wind gusts may reach 15-20 m/s According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, an increase in the western wind is expected in Bishkek and the Chui region over the next three hours and throughout the day. Wind gusts may reach 15–20 meters per second. Meteorologists strongly recommend that citizens exercise caution.

26.02.2026, 08:40
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In Bishkek, a man sold 11 bank cards of his classmates

He is suspected of fraud. In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, law enforcement agencies detained a man who, using the banking card information of his classmates, was selling it to fraudsters. This became known from a press release from the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to the police, on November 24, 2025, the detainee, posing as a person whose card had been blocked, temporarily obtained a student’s banking card belonging to T. A. He went to one of the bank branches

26.02.2026, 08:09
Under the pretext of opening a joint business, embezzled 4.1 million soms
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Under the pretext of opening a joint business, embezzled 4.1 million soms

A suspect in fraudulent activities has been detained in Bishkek The Department of Internal Affairs of the Oktobrskiy District received a statement from a citizen A.A. requesting action against citizen K.O. According to the information, in February 2026, on Baytik Baatyr Street, the suspect, using deception, embezzled 4.1 million soms under the pretext of creating a joint venture. In this regard, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 209 "Fraud" of the Criminal Code of the

25.02.2026, 21:24
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A group suspected of a series of robberies was detained in Bishkek

According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk District of Bishkek, the detention occurred as a result of operational work. The victim reported to law enforcement on February 23, 2026, stating that an attack took place around 06:00 in the residential area "Ozyornoye." The assailants used physical force to seize a Redmi mobile phone worth 20,000 soms, after which they fled the scene. Based on this incident, a criminal case was initiated under

25.02.2026, 21:01
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Suspect Detained in Fraud Case Involving Apartment Sale on Toktonalieva Street

According to information from the police press service, the detention was the result of a request from a woman acting on behalf of another, asking to take action against the chairman of the board of one of the joint-stock companies. As a result of operational-search activities, a suspect born in 1989 was arrested. He is currently in the temporary detention facility of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek.

25.02.2026, 20:41
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a 4.1 million som fraud case has been detained

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Oktyabrsky District, the detention of the suspect was the result of a report from the victim, who reported a fraud. The victim claims that in February 2026, on Baityk Baatyra Street, the perpetrator deceitfully took his money amounting to 4.1 million soms under the pretext of creating a joint business.

25.02.2026, 20:27
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Capital police reported the detention of a "dropper."

The Bishkek police reported the detention of 21-year-old K. I., who is suspected of fraudulent activities involving bank cards. In the press service of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department, he was referred to as a "dropper." According to the agency's information, on November 24, 2025, under the pretext of needing to unblock his bank card, he managed to temporarily obtain the student card of T. A. After that, together with the owner, he visited a bank branch in the Osh

25.02.2026, 17:16
An accident involving two cars occurred in the Alamudun district.
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An accident involving two cars occurred in the Alamudun district.

An accident occurred in the Alamudun district of the Chui region, involving two cars. The press service of the regional police department provided information about this incident. According to law enforcement agencies, the accident happened on February 23 at 09:50 in the village of Koy-Tash. The driver of a Lexus RX-350, born in 2006, named I.A., was traveling north on Ablesov Street.

25.02.2026, 16:46
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Accident Involving Alleged Daughter of BGC Deputy. Police Provided Details

Information about the incident was provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region in response to a statement from the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Seid Atambaev. According to available data, the incident occurred on February 23 at around 09:50 in the village of Koy-Tash, located in the Alamudun district. As a result, two vehicles collided.

25.02.2026, 16:08
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A man bought a car without knowing it was rented.

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the First Mai District, a suspect in fraud was detained in Bishkek on February 25. The incident occurred on February 4, when a resident of the capital reported to the police. He stated that on May 16, 2025, he purchased a "Hyundai Grandeur" car for the amount of $8300. However, shortly after that, the actual owner of the car came to him and took it back. It turned out that the car he bought

25.02.2026, 15:49
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A guy had his phone taken away and was forced to record a self-incriminating video.

According to information provided by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs, individuals suspected of committing a series of robberies have been detained in Bishkek. The incident occurred on February 23 in the residential area of Ozyornoye, when around six in the morning, a group of strangers attacked a young man and took his mobile phone. The assailants forced the victim to record a video in which he allegedly confesses to committing offenses, with the aim

25.02.2026, 15:34
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Bill Gates apologized to his foundation's employees for his connections with Jeffrey Epstein

Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft, apologized to his colleagues at the foundation for his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. This was reported by The Wall Street Journal. During the discussion, Gates confirmed the existence of extramarital relationships — two affairs with women from Russia, which Epstein became aware of. He also noted that neither of these women was influenced by the financier. The billionaire emphasized that his actions were legal.

25.02.2026, 15:29
The police found four teenagers in Bishkek who were wanted.
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The police found four teenagers in Bishkek who were wanted.

Earlier, there were reports of the disappearance of eight minors. As a result of operational-search activities, employees of the Bishkek City Police Department were able to determine the whereabouts of four of the missing teenagers. This was reported by the press service of the department. The teenagers were sent to the police departments of the Lenin and Pervomaisky districts, where they had preventive conversations with staff from the juvenile affairs inspection. After the conversations, two

25.02.2026, 15:22
Suspect Detained for Selling Someone Else's Apartment on Toktonalieva Street in Bishkek
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Suspect Detained for Selling Someone Else's Apartment on Toktonalieva Street in Bishkek

The damage from the transaction exceeds 3 million soms In Bishkek, police officers detained a man who is believed to have held the position of chairman in one of the joint-stock companies. According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department, the detained individual named T.D. is suspected of selling an elite apartment belonging to another person without legal grounds. The investigation revealed that the victim, A.G., reported to law enforcement that

25.02.2026, 13:09
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The Spanish Prosecutor's Office will investigate X, Meta, and TikTok for the distribution of AI pornography

The Spanish Prosecutor's Office has begun an investigation in response to a government request regarding a possible inquiry into popular social networks X, Meta, and TikTok. According to the EFE agency, the focus is on potential violations related to the creation and distribution of pornographic content that may involve minors using artificial intelligence technologies. This initiative was forwarded to the Prosecutor's Office by the Spanish Council of Ministers. The agency clarified

25.02.2026, 12:10