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Terrorist attack in Sydney: 16 people killed, including a child
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Terrorist attack in Sydney: 16 people killed, including a child

In Sydney, during the celebration of Hanukkah, a tragic incident occurred. Criminals opened fire on those gathered at Bondi Beach. According to information provided by CNN, there were about 1000 people on the beach at the time of the attack. Reports indicate that one of the attackers was shot dead, another was hospitalized, and a third surrendered to the police. This incident is classified as a terrorist attack, and an explosive device was found at the scene.

15.12.2025, 07:27
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A conflict occurred between drivers near the Alamedin Market in Bishkek.

The incident that occurred in Bishkek near the Alamedin market led to a conflict between drivers who could not agree on the traffic situation. This case attracted the attention of social media users due to a widely circulated video. In the footage, a driver of a Toyota car can be seen blocking the passage for other vehicles, after which he exited the car to confront the bus driver.

14.12.2025, 17:39
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a fraud case involving more than 400 thousand dollars has been detained.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a person suspected of large-scale fraud has been detained. This information was provided by the main department of internal affairs of the city. According to law enforcement agencies, a foreign citizen known as I. S. filed an official complaint. He reported that from September to October 2025, N. B., while in Bishkek, managed to gain his trust by promising to organize the delivery of seven cars from China. As a result, I. S. transferred him 404,500 US

14.12.2025, 13:36
Shooting at Brown University in the USA leaves two dead
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Shooting at Brown University in the USA leaves two dead

According to information provided by CNN, a tragic incident occurred at one of the most prestigious universities in the U.S., Brown University, where two people became victims of a shooting. As a result of this incident, which took place during exams at the university, two people died, and eight others sustained serious injuries. The shooting occurred in Providence, Rhode Island.

14.12.2025, 13:01
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Three Women Detained in Bishkek After Cafe Scandal

The incident occurred in the October district of Bishkek, where officers of the patrol and post service of the police discovered violations of order in a café around 02:10. A group of women was behaving aggressively, insulting other guests and law enforcement officers with foul language. According to the Main Department of Internal Affairs, this event was recorded in the log of the Internal Affairs Department of the October district, and a preliminary investigation is currently underway.

14.12.2025, 12:22
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In Bishkek, suspects in a fraud case of nearly $30,000 have been detained.

Two suspects in a fraud case have been detained by police officers. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek. According to law enforcement agencies, on November 15, a citizen identified as S. N. filed a complaint with the district's Internal Affairs Department. He reported that on November 13, in the residential area "Ala-Too" on 23rd Street, two strangers, having gained his trust, deceitfully obtained $29,850 from him under the

13.12.2025, 20:36
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In Sokuluk, a car crashed into the curb: one person died

According to eyewitness reports, at approximately 02:55, an incident occurred in which a Kia K7 car crashed into a curb. It is believed that the driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel or lost control of the vehicle. Unfortunately, he died at the scene of the accident. Two passengers in the car sustained serious injuries and were hospitalized. An investigation is currently underway to determine all the circumstances and causes of the incident.

13.12.2025, 20:29
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In Osh Region, a suspect has been detained in a series of shop thefts

According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, on November 10, a resident of the district, A. A., born in 1969, reported to the local police station. He stated that on the night of November 9 to 10, unknown individuals broke into his store located in the rural area of Mirmakhmudov. The intruders stole 5,000 soms in cash, damaged the MBANK terminal, and took the money that was inside it. This incident was recorded, after which a preliminary investigation

13.12.2025, 20:19
In Bishkek, a suspect in a $160,000 fraud has been detained.
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a $160,000 fraud has been detained.

According to the employees of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the October District, the arrest occurred after a citizen, K. E., filed a complaint about fraud against A. A. He stated that from October 2023 to February 2024, the suspect, having gained his trust, deceitfully took possession of the specified amount of money. A suspect in a fraud case amounting to $160,000 has been arrested in Bishkek. In connection with this incident, the investigative service of the Internal Affairs

13.12.2025, 17:56
In Bishkek, suspects in a fraud case of nearly $30,000 were detained
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In Bishkek, suspects in a fraud case of nearly $30,000 were detained

Police officers in Bishkek detained two individuals suspected of fraud amounting to nearly 30 thousand dollars. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of the capital. On November 15, 2025, a citizen named S.N. reported to the police that on November 13, some unknown individuals were in the residential area "Ala-Too" on 23rd Street. They gained his trust by promising to deliver a Toyota Land Cruiser 300, after which they

13.12.2025, 17:13
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In the Alamudun District, a suspect in a $15,000 fraud case has been detained.

According to information from law enforcement agencies, a man suspected of fraud has been detained in the Alamedun district. On December 9, a citizen identified as T. A., born in 1992, reported to the district police department. She stated that her acquaintance J. A., born in 1994, deceitfully took her funds amounting to $15,000, promising a profit of $4,000 in return. This occurred between October and November 2025. After committing the crime, he disappeared and ceased communication.

13.12.2025, 17:07
In Bishkek, firefighters practice extinguishing large fires in high-rise buildings
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In Bishkek, firefighters practice extinguishing large fires in high-rise buildings

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, important fire tactical exercises are currently taking place, focused on combating large fires in multi-story buildings. These events are organized at the direction of the Minister of Emergency Situations, Lieutenant General Boobek Azhikeev. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the exercises involve the command staff of fire and rescue services. Both urban fire and rescue units and forces from the Chui region are participating in the

13.12.2025, 16:37
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In Chui Region, a member of an organized crime group detained on suspicion of weapon theft

Police officers in the Chui region conducted an operation called "Anti-Racket," during which a man suspected of stealing firearms was detained. This information was provided by law enforcement agencies. According to the police, a resident of Bishkek, K. U., born in 1992, approached the Internal Affairs Department of the Moscow District. He reported that on December 10, between 5:33 PM and 6:22 PM, unknown individuals broke the rear left window of his Toyota Camry 70 near the Steak

13.12.2025, 16:33
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In Bishkek, the founder of VML_KG has been detained in a fraud case

According to information from the police, 157 statements have been registered at the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District from citizens who became victims of fraudulent schemes by the company. All appeals were properly documented. In this regard, the investigative service has initiated a criminal case under Article 209 "Fraud" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the investigation, the office of VML_KG was sealed, and documents and computer equipment of

13.12.2025, 14:39
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157 applications and the arrest of the founder: a financial pyramid was uncovered in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, 157 people have filed complaints against the company VML_KG, which was involved in attracting monetary deposits. In connection with these statements, a criminal case has been initiated under the article "Fraud," as reported by the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department. According to information from law enforcement agencies, the VML_KG office has been closed, and all financial and other important documents have been seized for investigation.

13.12.2025, 13:43
In the Nookat District, a suspect has been detained in a series of thefts from stores
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In the Nookat District, a suspect has been detained in a series of thefts from stores

In the Osh region, in the Nookat district, a man suspected of committing a series of thefts from stores has been detained. This information was provided by the press service of the regional Internal Affairs Department. According to police data, on November 10, 2025, a resident born in 1969 reported to the local police station. He stated that on the night of November 9 to 10, an unknown person broke into the door of a grocery store in the village of Mirmakhmudov, stole 5,000 soms from the cash

13.12.2025, 13:40
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A member of the organized crime group was detained on suspicion of weapon theft

In the Chuy region, during the operation "Anti-Racket," a man suspected of stealing firearms was detained. According to the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs (GUVD) of the region, the detainee is a citizen registered with the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan as a member of an organized crime group. According to reports, a resident of Bishkek, K.U., born in 1992, contacted the Moscow District Internal Affairs Department. He reported that on December 10,

13.12.2025, 13:09
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Two People Died in a Fire in the Karaganda Region

A serious fire occurred at the Moyinty station in the Shet district of the Karaganda region, as reported by local media. Rescuers from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan stated that the cause of the fire was an explosion of a gas cylinder in one of the cafes. Upon the arrival of the first firefighting teams, active burning of the entire establishment was observed.

13.12.2025, 12:18
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Lured $43,000 under the guise of rituals. A "healer" was detained in Bishkek.

According to law enforcement agencies, the arrest occurred following a statement from O. G., who contacted the investigative department of the Internal Affairs Directorate. She reported that starting from May until the end of October 2025, the suspect named A., exploiting trust, promised to "open the door to business" and conducted various rituals, as a result of which she took possession of the amount of $43,000, after which she disappeared. In connection with this fact, a criminal

13.12.2025, 11:30
"Opened the Path to Business": A Fake Healer Arrested in Bishkek
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"Opened the Path to Business": A Fake Healer Arrested in Bishkek

In Bishkek, police officers from the Pervomaisky district detained a woman suspected of significant fraud. This was reported by the press service of the local internal affairs department. According to information received from the Investigative Service, a citizen named O.G. approached them, stating that from May to the end of October 2025, a young woman named A. gained her trust. She promised to "open the way in business" and conducted various rituals, as a result of which the

13.12.2025, 10:51
The former head of the Chuy region of Kyrgyzstan accused of polygamy
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The former head of the Chuy region of Kyrgyzstan accused of polygamy

Habibi Ulanova, residing in Bishkek, informed on her social media page that the former authorized representative of the government in the Chui region, Mirbek Miyarov, was summoned to the police for investigative activities based on her statement. According to her, she was previously married to Miyarov and they have a common child who suffers from a serious illness. Ulanova also accused the former official of lacking financial support for their sick child.

13.12.2025, 10:51
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Sold newborns. Criminal group activity suppressed in Almaty

According to information provided by Polisia.kz, the Ministry of Internal Affairs has uncovered criminal schemes affecting socially vulnerable groups, including minors. During the "STOP-Trafficking" operation, several serious crimes related to human trafficking were prevented, resulting in 39 registered cases, six of which involve minors.

12.12.2025, 19:21
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Two people died as a result of a traffic accident near the "Azamat" car market.

The accident occurred near the car market "Azamat," claiming the lives of two people. According to the press service of the Traffic Safety Department, the incident happened on December 12 at approximately 5:00 PM on the 15th kilometer of the Bishkek - Osh highway. The driver of a "Mercedes Benz," while leaving the car market and violating traffic rules, was making a U-turn towards the capital when it was struck by a "Hyundai Palisade."

12.12.2025, 18:54
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Activist Aybek Tenizbay was sent to the pre-trial detention center (SIZO-1) in Bishkek.

Today, December 12, Aibek Tenizbay was sent to the pre-trial detention center (SIZO-1) in Bishkek by a court decision. This was reported by lawyer Zhanish Barakov to the editorial office of Kaktus.media. The lawyer explained that the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek granted the petition of the investigator of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) for the application of a preventive measure in the form of arrest for his client.

12.12.2025, 17:42
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A man was found hanged on a power line pole in Bishkek.

On one of the power line supports in Bishkek, the body of a man was found who was in a state of hanging. According to information provided by Kaktus.media of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department, on December 11 at 13:00, information was received at the 102 emergency line of the capital's police that a man was hanging on the power lines on Sadovaya Street.

12.12.2025, 16:39
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The company that was building a shopping center in the 10th microdistrict has had its license suspended.

The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to suspend the license of the company engaged in the construction of a shopping center at 20a in the 10th microdistrict of Bishkek. This information was announced by the ministry's press service. The State Architectural and Construction Control Department has repeatedly warned OsOO "Glav Tech Invest" about violations of safety regulations, but these remarks did not

12.12.2025, 16:36
In Chuy Region, a suspect in fraud has been detained
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In Chuy Region, a suspect in fraud has been detained

On December 9, a woman named T.A., born in 1992, approached the Alamedin District Department of Internal Affairs for help regarding her acquaintance J.A. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region confirmed receipt of the statement. According to the information provided by the applicant, the suspect, having gained her trust and promising to return a profit of 4 thousand dollars, fraudulently took her money amounting to 15 thousand dollars from October to

12.12.2025, 15:09
The GKNB detained a blogger who published provocative posts on social media
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The GKNB detained a blogger who published provocative posts on social media

Law enforcement agencies remind about the consequences of publications on the internet In the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), it was reported that a citizen was detained for publishing provocative posts on interethnic topics on social media. He turned out to be T.A.D., who, as law enforcement officials found out, systematically expressed his dislike for a certain nationality, which could provoke interethnic tension and mass riots.

12.12.2025, 13:51
Activist and videoblogger Aibek Tenizbay detained for 48 hours
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Activist and videoblogger Aibek Tenizbay detained for 48 hours

Today, the court is expected to make a decision on the measure of restraint for the detainee. Aibek Tenizbay, an activist and video blogger, is under arrest for 48 hours. It is expected that tomorrow his lawyer, Zhanish Barakov, will present the case in court to determine the measure of restraint.

12.12.2025, 13:48
In Bishkek, a man hanged himself on a power line pole
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In Bishkek, a man hanged himself on a power line pole

The identity of the deceased has been established An incident occurred in Bishkek, where a man was found hanged on a power line pole. This information was provided by the employees of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs.

12.12.2025, 13:20
The State National Security Committee detained six doctors from the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology
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The State National Security Committee detained six doctors from the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology

Photo by the State Committee for National Security. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security, a complex corruption scheme involving forensic psychiatric specialists was uncovered at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology. They are suspected of helping defendants in serious and particularly serious cases evade criminal responsibility for money by declaring them insane. The case materials indicate that in mid-2025, a group of six doctors from the

12.12.2025, 12:59
In Kazakhstan, a man was detained for frying chicken on the Eternal Flame
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In Kazakhstan, a man was detained for frying chicken on the Eternal Flame

In Ridder, police were able to identify the man who was frying chicken on the Eternal Flame located at the Glory Obelisk. They analyzed footage from surveillance cameras, interviewed witnesses, and checked the surrounding area. As a result, a 31-year-old local resident was detained. The reasons for his actions remain unknown.

12.12.2025, 12:34
Corruption in Forensic Psychiatry: The State National Security Committee Detained Six Expert Doctors
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Corruption in Forensic Psychiatry: The State National Security Committee Detained Six Expert Doctors

During the investigation conducted by the State National Security Committee, an organized corruption scheme related to forensic psychiatric examinations was uncovered. In particular, employees of the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology, acting in the interests of defendants in serious criminal cases, fraudulently assigned the status of "insane" for monetary rewards, allowing them to evade criminal liability. According to available information, in mid-2025, six expert

12.12.2025, 12:11
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Detention of the Blogger. Comment from the State Committee for National Security

According to the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the author of interethnic provocative posts on social media has been detained. In connection with this incident, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic "Incitement of racial, ethnic, national, religious, or interregional enmity (hatred)," and the detainee T. A. D. has been placed in the pre-trial detention center of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic. Investigative

12.12.2025, 12:05
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Storm Warning: Strong Winds Expected in Bishkek and Chui Region

The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reports an upcoming increase in wind in Bishkek and the Chui region, expected within the next hour and throughout the day. According to the agency's information, the eastern wind may reach speeds of 15-20 meters per second.

12.12.2025, 11:47
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The Boom Gorge has turned into an ice rink: drivers complain about mass accidents

At night, the Boom Gorge faced serious road issues. A sharp drop in temperature and precipitation led to the formation of ice on the roadway, creating extremely unfavorable conditions for driving. According to testimonies from drivers and witnesses, numerous accidents occurred on the highway. Cars skidded, lost control, and ended up across the road, while some vehicles veered off to the side. In certain areas, traffic was severely hindered. Drivers express dissatisfaction regarding the severe

12.12.2025, 11:47
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In the village of Toru-Aygyr, strong winds damaged the solar panels at the station

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Toru-Aygyr, strong winds caused damage to solar panels at a construction site for a power plant. This station, located near the village, is a significant project for the renewable energy sector in Kyrgyzstan. Its capacity is expected to be around 300 megawatts, which will significantly increase the share of clean energy in the national energy system.

12.12.2025, 11:45
Detained the author of provocative posts on social media – GKNB
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Detained the author of provocative posts on social media – GKNB

In order to prevent interethnic strife, a citizen identified as T.A.D. has been detained, according to information provided by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). It is reported that the suspect regularly posted provocative content on social media, demonstrating his dislike for a particular nationality, which could lead to incitement of interethnic hatred and cause mass unrest.

12.12.2025, 11:26
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The Head of the Traffic Police Criticized the Work of the Road Police in Balakchi and the Kemin District

Azenbek Kozukeiev, head of the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, conducted an inspection of the road safety staff in Balakchy, located in the Issyk-Kul region, and in the Kemin district of the Chui region. According to the press service of the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety, this inspection was aimed at assessing measures to prevent road traffic accidents during the winter period. During the inspection, Kozukeiev identified several

12.12.2025, 11:16