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Restrictions for trucks and cars on summer tires introduced in the mountains due to bad weather

Due to the deterioration of weather conditions and the formation of ice on the roads, the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety (GUOBDD) has announced temporary restrictions on traffic through mountain passes. These measures apply to both heavy trucks and passenger cars using summer tires. Patrol officers are checking vehicles for winter tires and anti-skid chains, as well as assessing the overall technical condition of the vehicles. Drivers are advised to avoid long trips unless absolutely

10.12.2025, 12:34
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Illegal Land Provision Discovered in Bazar-Korgon

As a result of an inspection conducted by the Prosecutor's Office of the Jalal-Abad region, it was established that officials of the Bazar-Korgon District State Administration, as well as representatives of the Akman Ayil Okmotu and the local Ayil Kenesh, together with the architecture and state registration authorities, illegally included lands intended for agricultural irrigation in the General Plan for the Aigyr-Zhal area. This was reported by the press service of the General

10.12.2025, 12:20
Official detained in case of embezzlement of 12 million soms during canal repair
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Official detained in case of embezzlement of 12 million soms during canal repair

In the Chuy region, an official suspected of causing damage to the state in the amount of 12 million soms has been detained. This information was provided by the State Committee for National Security. According to the agency, from 2022 to 2024, during the major repair of the "Petropavlovsk" canal in the Jayil district, serious violations of urban planning norms and cases of misappropriation of budget funds were recorded.

10.12.2025, 12:10
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Inspectors at the "Sosnovka" Post Caught Inactive - Investigation Launched

At 5:00 AM at the "Sosnovka" post, located on the Bishkek - Osh highway, as well as at the Jaiyl District Traffic Police, an unexpected inspection was conducted. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department of Traffic Safety. According to the department's information, the raid was led by the head of the Main Department of Traffic Safety, Azenbek Kozukeev.

10.12.2025, 12:06
Prosecutor's Office: 117 People Illegally Received Agricultural Land for Private Homes
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Prosecutor's Office: 117 People Illegally Received Agricultural Land for Private Homes

Photo courtesy of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, cases of illegal allocation of land plots for individual housing construction have been discovered in the Bazar-Korgon district. As a result of an inspection conducted by the prosecutor's office of the Jalal-Abad region, it became known that employees of the Bazar-Korgon district administration, the Akman rural council, and the local village council, as well as

10.12.2025, 11:49
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Fighting Between Thailand and Cambodia Continues. Trump Promises to Reconcile the Countries

Military actions between Thailand and Cambodia continue, as both countries claim that it is the opponent who has resumed hostilities. The Air Force reports a complicated situation in which the fragile ceasefire, achieved with the participation of U.S. President Donald Trump in October, finds itself. Hun Sen, the former Prime Minister of Cambodia and still a key figure in the country, noted that his government has given 24 hours for evacuation before making a decision on a counterattack.

10.12.2025, 11:33
In the Aravan District, former officials suspected of corruption have been detained
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In the Aravan District, former officials suspected of corruption have been detained

In the Osh region, in the Aravan district, law enforcement officers detained five former civil servants suspected of illegal land plot transformation. This was reported by the press service of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate. According to the information received, the detention occurred as part of a criminal case under Article 336 "Corruption" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. Among those detained:

10.12.2025, 11:18
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An avalanche has occurred on the Karakol - Enilchek highway, passage temporarily closed

Today, on the Karakol — Enilchek highway, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, a snow avalanche occurred, leading to a temporary suspension of traffic. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to the provided data, road clearing operations are currently underway, carried out by DEP No. 11. The avalanche struck in six different locations along the route. Additional information is expected to be provided

10.12.2025, 10:44
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In Bishkek, a multi-storey building caught fire on Ankara Street: flames engulfed two levels

In Bishkek, on Ankara Street, a fire broke out in a multi-story residential building. According to preliminary data, the flames engulfed two floors. Eyewitnesses shared videos showing thick smoke billowing from the building's windows, while residents hurriedly evacuated the entrance. The flames spread rapidly along the exterior of the building. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, fire units were immediately dispatched to the scene, quickly localizing the fire and preventing

10.12.2025, 08:26
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In Bishkek, a suspect in aiding cybercriminals has been detained

According to reports, employees of the Oktyabrsky District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek detained a young man who may have been involved in a cyber fraud scheme. This information was provided by the district police department. The victim, A. G., contacted law enforcement with a complaint that the criminals, posing as employees of the National Bank, tricked him into transferring 974,200 soms via the WhatsApp messenger.

09.12.2025, 20:05
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A residential apartment building caught fire in Bishkek

According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the incident occurred on the evening of December 9. Three firefighting crews, as well as a fire ladder and headquarters, were dispatched to combat the fire. The fire was localized at 19:58, and work is currently ongoing for its complete extinguishment.

09.12.2025, 19:52
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The Customs Service uncovered the concealment of goods in cement trucks that arrived from China.

The State Customs Service reported the detention of six cement trucks arriving from China, in which undeclared goods were discovered. These vehicles were headed to the company "C. S.". According to the customs authority, unknown individuals began unloading bags of products without a declaration at the "Dordoi" market. As a result of operational actions, it was revealed that the special compartments of the cement trucks contained auto parts and various household goods.

09.12.2025, 19:43
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In Batken, a driver who fatally hit a pedestrian and fled the scene of the accident has been detained.

In Batken, a driver who hit a pedestrian and fled the scene of the accident has been detained. This was reported by the Batken police. According to available information, on December 5, around 21:00, a silver Mercedes-Benz vehicle struck a 46-year-old man who was crossing the road at a pedestrian crossing. After the incident, instead of providing assistance, the driver placed the injured man in the back seat of his car, drove around the roundabout, and left in an unknown direction on I.

09.12.2025, 19:32
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In Chui Region, a suspect in serial fraud has been detained

A man suspected of a series of crimes related to livestock theft has been detained in the Issyk-Ata district. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, on December 6, O. K. reported to the police that in September 2025, T. M. deceitfully gained his trust and stole 15 sheep from his home in the village of Tuz. The amount of damages amounted to 315,000 soms. As a result of operational search activities, the whereabouts of the suspect, born in 1986,

09.12.2025, 18:32
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From Iran to Kyrgyzstan, an attempt was made to illegally import 6 thousand kilograms of fish products

At the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chui region, an attempt to illegally import 6,480 kilograms of fish products from the Islamic Republic of Iran was stopped. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the information from the ministry, the truck carrying the prohibited goods was not allowed to enter the territory of Kyrgyzstan. Inspectors of the border veterinary control at the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint identified violations of veterinary and

09.12.2025, 17:31
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In the Talas Region, a 14-year-old girl died while visiting a bathhouse

In the Bakai-Ata district of the Talas region, a tragic incident occurred: on December 7, 2023, a 14-year-old girl, born in 2010, died in the village of Kyzyl-Sai. This was reported by the press service of the local internal affairs department. According to the department's information, the schoolgirl was found lifeless in a bathhouse located in her uncle's house. Preliminary medical conclusions suggest possible carbon monoxide poisoning as the cause of her death.

09.12.2025, 16:59
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The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Chuy Region did not confirm facts of bribery in the elections for District No. 17.

The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy Region responded to the statement made by the trusted representative of the parliamentary candidate Cholpon Esenamanova, Taalaybek Azylov, who during a press conference on December 9 called for the annulment of the early election results, citing violations. On the topic The candidate's representative reported large-scale violations in the elections in district No. 17

09.12.2025, 16:33
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Customs Reveals Concealment of Goods in Cement Trucks Arriving from China

In Kyrgyzstan, the Main Department for Combating Smuggling of the Customs Service has recorded the concealment of goods in six cement trucks that arrived from China. This information was announced by representatives of the agency. According to the data from the Customs Service, unknown foreigners were unloading bags of goods at the "Dordoi" market that had not been declared. As a result of operational activities, it was discovered that undeclared goods intended for automotive and

09.12.2025, 16:13
In China, the former head of an investment company was executed for bribery amounting to $156 million
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In China, the former head of an investment company was executed for bribery amounting to $156 million

Photo © Intermediate People’s Court of Tianjin. Bai Tianhui during the court session in the city of Tianjin On December 9, 2025, in the Intermediate People’s Court of Tianjin, the death sentence against Bai Tianhui, who previously held the position of CEO of the investment company China Huarong International Holdings, was carried out. This event became known through information from RIA Novosti. The sentence was approved by the Supreme People’s Court of China.

09.12.2025, 16:00
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In China, the former head of a state-owned company accused of corruption was executed

In China, the death sentence of Bai Tianhui, who previously held the position of general director of the state financial company Huarong International, has been carried out. This information was published by China Central Television. The investigation established that from 2014 to 2018, Bai Tianhui facilitated the acquisition of projects and financing from certain businessmen, for which he received bribes totaling 1.1 billion yuan (approximately 155 million dollars). As a result, on May 28,

09.12.2025, 15:20
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Law enforcement detained members of an organized crime group suspected of connections with Kolbaev and Djengo (video and photos)

According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, members of an organized criminal group (OCG) suspected of robberies, smuggling, and a murder that occurred in 2014 have been detained. Among those detained was G. M., born in 1977, also known as Musa, who is considered the founder of a stable organized criminal group. Since 2012, they have been involved in extortion and robberies in the Jalal-Abad, Osh, and Batken regions.

09.12.2025, 14:57
Bombs are being searched for in Bishkek schools
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Bombs are being searched for in Bishkek schools

Police received reports of bombs According to information received by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, searches for explosive devices are underway at schools No. 10 and No. 62. The report to the service "102" was registered today, December 9, at around 09:40. Operational groups, including dog handlers, promptly arrived at the scene to assess the situation.

09.12.2025, 12:56
In Chuy Region, a suspect in a series of frauds has been detained
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In Chuy Region, a suspect in a series of frauds has been detained

On December 6, 2025, a citizen O.K. approached the internal affairs department of the Issyk-Ata district with a report of fraud. According to him, in September 2025, the suspect T.M. deceitfully took possession of 15 sheep that belonged to him and has not returned them to this day. The damage caused to the victim amounted to 315,000 soms. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chuy region. On the same day, a similar report was filed by

09.12.2025, 12:43
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In two Bishkek schools, the police are searching for a bomb

Today, December 9, the capital's police received information about possible explosive devices in schools No. 10 and 62 in Bishkek. The report of the bomb threat was recorded around 09:40. Investigation and operational groups from district departments, officers from the patrol police unit, and crews from the Bishkek City Police Department immediately responded to the call.

09.12.2025, 12:23
Bombs are being searched for in schools No. 10 and No. 62 in Bishkek, evacuation is underway
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Bombs are being searched for in schools No. 10 and No. 62 in Bishkek, evacuation is underway

Today, around 09:40, a report was received at the duty station of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek about the possible presence of explosive devices in two educational institutions — schools No. 10 and No. 62. According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, investigative and operational groups, patrol service personnel, and management crews were immediately dispatched to the scene. As a result, the administration and students were

09.12.2025, 12:21
Fire at the "3 Rooms" cafe in Bishkek is being extinguished by two units.
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Fire at the "3 Rooms" cafe in Bishkek is being extinguished by two units.

Photo 24.kg According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a fire broke out at the café "3 rooms" in Bishkek. Two fire crews were dispatched to the scene. Fire services received a report of a fire in a residential building at the address: Erkindik Boulevard, 27. At 8:33, the first crew from the Sverdlovsk District Fire and Rescue Unit No. 3 was sent to extinguish the fire.

09.12.2025, 12:19
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In Novopavlovka, unknown women broke into someone else's house and beat the owner's daughter.

On December 2, an incident occurred in the village of Novopavlovka, located in the Lenin District of Bishkek, when two unknown women entered a neighbor's house without permission and attacked his daughter. This was reported by eyewitnesses to the editorial office of Kаktus.media. The incident took place around 16:30. The girl, O. L., born in 2005, later filed a complaint about the attack with the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, and examinations were ordered in her

09.12.2025, 11:32
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A woman was injured in a fire at the "3 Rooms" cafe in Bishkek

This morning in Bishkek, a fire broke out at the café "3 Rooms," resulting in a woman suffering from smoke poisoning. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, noting that the victim received medical assistance. Employees of the Emergency Medical Center clarified that the woman's level of poisoning is minor, and assistance was provided at the scene, where the medical team continued their work.

09.12.2025, 11:27
A Woman Injured in a Fire in the Center of Bishkek
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A Woman Injured in a Fire in the Center of Bishkek

A fire occurred in a residential building on Erkindik Boulevard in Bishkek, resulting in one woman being injured. The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic confirmed the information about the incident. According to reports from the agency, the woman suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning and was forced to seek medical assistance.

09.12.2025, 10:50
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Heavy rains, floods, and road collapses in Saudi Arabia

Unusually heavy rains that have been ongoing in the northwestern province of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, for several days are causing serious consequences. The downpours have led to flooding, landslides, and damage to road surfaces. According to the National Center of Meteorology (NCM), thunderstorms and intense precipitation are expected in eight regions of the kingdom, including Tabuk. Meteorologists have issued emergency warnings at three levels—red, orange, and yellow—due to the threat of flash

09.12.2025, 10:37
The candidate's representative reported large-scale violations in the elections in district No. 17
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The candidate's representative reported large-scale violations in the elections in district No. 17

Today at a press conference, Talaybek Azylov, representing the interests of candidate Cholpon Esenamanova, voiced accusations against the opponent's headquarters. He claims that during the early elections in district No. 17, there were "organized schemes for bribing voters." Azylov noted that the information about bribery and financing of campaigning outside the electoral fund is confirmed by testimonies from participants in the electoral campaign and documents that have already

09.12.2025, 10:22
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In Bishkek, two schools were evacuated due to a bomb threat

Today, December 9, at 09:40, the police received a report about the possible presence of explosive devices in schools No. 10 and No. 62. This was reported by the press service of the capital's Main Internal Affairs Directorate. Immediately, operational groups, PPSM unit officers, and UPSM crews were dispatched to the scene. Teachers and students were evacuated, and law enforcement surrounded the territory of the educational institutions to conduct a check.

09.12.2025, 10:12
An Earthquake Occurred in the Batken Region
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An Earthquake Occurred in the Batken Region

Yesterday, at 20:15, an earthquake occurred in the territory of Kyrgyzstan, with a magnitude of up to 4 points at the epicenter. According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology, the tremors were recorded in the following locations:

09.12.2025, 09:52
Fire at the "3 Rooms" cafe in Bishkek is being extinguished by two fire crews
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Fire at the "3 Rooms" cafe in Bishkek is being extinguished by two fire crews

Photo 24.kg A fire broke out at the café "3 rooms" in Bishkek, which is currently being fought by two fire crews. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, noting that the signal about the fire was received earlier. According to the information received, the fire occurred in a residential building at 27 Erkindik Boulevard. At 08:33, the first fire crew from the Sverdlovsk District Fire and Rescue Unit No. 3 was dispatched to the scene.

09.12.2025, 08:14
A fire broke out in the center of Bishkek. Photos and videos
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A fire broke out in the center of Bishkek. Photos and videos

A fire occurred at the café "3 Rooms," located between Moscow and Toktogul streets. The fire engulfed the basement and the first floor of the building. Scene of the incident on Erkindik Avenue, Bishkek. Scene of the incident on Erkindik Avenue, Bishkek. Scene of the incident on Erkindik Avenue, Bishkek. According to information received from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, at 08:33, one fire truck from the Sverdlovsk District Fire and Rescue Department No. 3 was dispatched to

09.12.2025, 08:13
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Official of "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu" filmed dangerous driving at 190 kilometers per hour

A video has appeared on social media where Orozbek Turdubekov, the head of the Southern Branch of the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu," is driving a car at a speed of about 190 kilometers per hour. This information was provided by the press service of the Bishkek Patrol Police Department. In the agency's press release, it emphasizes that public servants should serve as an example of lawfulness and responsibility, especially regarding road safety. However, this incident, in

09.12.2025, 07:54