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A Huge Piece of the Ismoil Somoni Glacier Broke Off in Tajikistan

On October 25, around 11:00, a large section of the Ismoil Somoni glacier broke off in the vicinity of the village of Safedobi, located in the Tajikabad district. This information was provided by the Asia-Plus agency, citing data from the Committee for Emergency Situations (CES) of Tajikistan. According to the information, the calved ice mass was about 2 kilometers long, 25 meters high, and up to 200 meters wide, sliding down the gorge. By 14:00, the situation had stabilized, and no threats to

28.10.2025, 14:15
In Orlovka, a drunk driver caused an accident and hit a police officer
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In Orlovka, a drunk driver caused an accident and hit a police officer

According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region, the incident occurred when a mobile group of the Traffic Police stopped the specified vehicle during patrol. As a result of the inspection, it was established that the driver was 36-year-old Z.A., who was in a state of alcohol intoxication.

28.10.2025, 13:37
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Near Kant, a guy was beaten up. The suspect was placed under house arrest.

As reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy Region, a suspect in a case of causing harm to health was detained on October 28. Information about a 26-year-old resident of Kant, who became a victim of assault, was received by the police from a medical institution in the Issyk-Ata district on October 20. The young man was hospitalized with a diagnosis of: concussion, contused wound, and closed fracture of the lower jaw.

28.10.2025, 13:13
Deadly fall from the balcony. Court has arrested two foreigners.
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Deadly fall from the balcony. Court has arrested two foreigners.

In Bishkek, the Sverdlov District Court made a decision to detain two foreign nationals who are suspected of being involved in the tragedy related to the fall of a 37-year-old woman from the balcony of a residential building. This information was provided by the court's press service.

28.10.2025, 12:43
Deadly Fall from Balcony. Court Issues Verdict
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Deadly Fall from Balcony. Court Issues Verdict

On October 25, 2025, the investigating judge of the Sverdlovsk District Court of Bishkek granted the request of the investigator of the Investigation Service to impose a preventive measure in the form of arrest on citizens V.Yu. and V.T. This was reported by the press service of the agency.

28.10.2025, 12:39
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Since 2017, 97 online drug stores have been shut down

The head of the Republican Center, Marseille Dootaliev, informed the editorial office of "AKIpress Digest" on October 28 that since 2017, 129 online stores selling synthetic drugs have been identified. Of these, 97 have been shut down.

28.10.2025, 12:24
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Major fire at the former oil refinery in Batken extinguished

A fire occurred in the Kadamjay district of the Batken region on the territory of a former oil refinery, which was successfully extinguished. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). It became known that the fire was completely extinguished by 12:29. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.

28.10.2025, 12:12
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Drunk Driver Hits Traffic Inspector While Fleeing from Pursuit

According to information received by the editorial team of Kaktus.media from the Traffic Safety Administration (UOBDD), the incident occurred on October 28 in Orlovka, Kemin District. Inspectors stopped a "Mercedes-Benz Sprinter" minibus, driven by 34-year-old Z. A. Zh., who was under the influence of alcohol. The vehicle was sent to the impound lot, but despite this, the driver got back behind the wheel and attempted to flee from the inspectors, resulting in him hitting one of them.

28.10.2025, 11:40
In the Kadamjay District, an oil refinery is on fire
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In the Kadamjay District, an oil refinery is on fire

Photo by the Ministry of Emergency Situations In the Batken region, in the village of Burgondu, a fire broke out at an oil refinery. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the alarm about the fire was received at 9:47. Four fire brigades were dispatched to the scene.

28.10.2025, 11:24
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The guy was brutally beaten, while the attackers were released (warning, photo, video)

Chyngyz S. from Kant contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media with a complaint about the inaction of law enforcement agencies. He reported that he was brutally beaten and sustained serious injuries. "They broke my jaw in three places, knocked out my teeth, and tore my lip, which required nine stitches," he said. According to him, one of the attackers was released, while the other two, as Chyngyz claims, are trying to evade criminal responsibility.

28.10.2025, 11:18
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In Kyrgyzstan, the operation of media portals Temirov Live, "Kloop Media," and "Ait Ait Dese" has been banned.

On October 27, the Oktyabrsky District Court of Bishkek granted the prosecutor's request, recognizing the materials of the media projects "Temirov Live," "Kloop.kg," and "Ait Ait Dese" as extremist. The actions of T.B.M. and T.R.R. were also banned. According to a statement from the Bishkek City Court, the use of resources and pages of the mentioned media projects on the internet, related to T.B.M. and T.R.R. (both legal entities and other organizations), was

28.10.2025, 10:51
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The SNB reported when the first drug store was discovered in Kyrgyzstan

At the press conference held on October 28, Marcel Dootaliev, the head of the department, reported that the first online store selling synthetic drugs was discovered in Kyrgyzstan in 2017. He also noted that synthetic drugs were first recorded in the country in 2016, when only 0.016 grams of these substances were found, and by the following year, the first online store trading in them was shut down.

28.10.2025, 10:36
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In Kyrgyzstan, 17 fires were registered in one day

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 17 fires were registered in Kyrgyzstan over the past day, for which 19 fire brigades were mobilized. The data was received on October 28. Of the total number of fires, 7 occurred in the Chuy region, 5 in the Jalal-Abad region, 2 in Bishkek, and one case each in the Issyk-Kul, Naryn, and Batken regions.

28.10.2025, 10:13
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An earthquake occurred in Kyrgyzstan last night

Last night, an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 was recorded in Kyrgyzstan, according to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences. The tremors occurred on October 28 at 2:05 AM. The epicenter was located in Kyrgyzstan, 18 kilometers northwest of the village of Kashka-Suu, as well as 19 kilometers from Kara-Kabak and 35 kilometers northeast of Daroot-Korgon.

28.10.2025, 05:48
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In Kyrgyzstan, Temirov Live and "Kloop Media" Recognized as Extremist

The October District Court of Bishkek made a decision regarding the prosecution's lawsuit, recognizing the materials of the online publications Temirov Live, "Kloop Media," and "Ayt Ayt dese" as extremist. This was reported by the general director of the Region TV channel, Omurbek Rahmanov, on his Facebook page

27.10.2025, 22:46
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In Bishkek, a stone kicked up by a lawnmower damaged a bus window

A video has appeared on social media titled "A stone broke the window of a bus with passengers," showing bus No. 15 with a damaged side window. The press service of the city’s Main Internal Affairs Directorate confirmed this information. According to the police, the bus was being driven by J. N. The incident occurred during the operation of one of the municipal services engaged in mowing lawns along the road. During the work, a stone flew off the lawnmower and hit the bus's

27.10.2025, 22:39
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In St. Petersburg, there was an attempt to kidnap a Zenit football player. Suspects detained

Law enforcement officers in St. Petersburg have detained a group of suspects involved in planning the kidnapping of Zenit football player Andrei Mostovoy, as reported by Meduza. According to information provided by the official representative of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Irina Volk, suspects in the kidnapping of a businessman have also been detained. The Investigative Committee confirmed that four men are in custody. On October 23, they attempted to abduct a person outside a house on

27.10.2025, 22:14
In Germany, 400,000 domestic birds were culled due to avian influenza
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In Germany, 400,000 domestic birds were culled due to avian influenza

As a result of the bird flu outbreak in Germany, a decision was made to cull 400,000 domestic birds. This was reported by DW. Measures had to be taken by 30 poultry farms, mainly located in the northeast of the country. In particular, in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, nearly 150,000 laying hens were destroyed at two sites. At the same time, it is planned to cull another 130,000 birds in Brandenburg.

27.10.2025, 21:51
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A man who caused a scandal during a stop of a car with a drunk driver was detained in Bishkek

Employees of the Patrol Police Department in Bishkek stopped a vehicle whose driver was clearly in a state of intoxication. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. During the inspection, one of the passengers exited the car and began to aggressively insult the police officers, ignoring calls to cease his actions. As a result, he was detained and taken to the local internal affairs office.

27.10.2025, 21:38
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Death of a woman who fell from a balcony. Two foreigners detained for two months.

Information about the incident was provided by the press service of the city court. According to reports from the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department, the tragedy occurred on October 24 in an apartment on Frunze Street, where three foreigners were present. During a conflict that arose between them, T. A. fell from the balcony and, unfortunately, died at the scene. In connection with these events, the investigative service has initiated a criminal investigation. Two suspects, V. Y.

27.10.2025, 20:53
In Bishkek, suspects have been detained for inciting national hatred
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In Bishkek, suspects have been detained for inciting national hatred

Several teenagers suspected of inciting national hatred have been detained in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital. According to the provided information, a video appeared on Kyrgyz social networks showing a group of young people making statements that contribute to the incitement of tribalism and interethnic hatred.

27.10.2025, 19:45
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Five Guys Suspected of Inciting Interregional Discord Detained in Bishkek

In Bishkek, the officers of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate detained a group of teenagers suspected of disseminating a video on social networks, the content of which is aimed at inciting interethnic hatred and tribalism. This was reported by the press service of the city’s internal affairs department. The case was registered with the Investigation Unit of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District, after which a preliminary investigation began. During operational

27.10.2025, 18:44
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Police detained suspects for inciting national hatred

A video has appeared on social networks in Kyrgyzstan, showing a group of teenagers making statements that promote tribalism and national hatred, reports the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department. This incident was recorded in the Department of Internal Affairs of the First May District, where a preliminary investigation is currently underway.

27.10.2025, 18:34
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Bribe for Citizenship: Employee of the Public Service Center Detained in Suzak

In the Suzak district, as a result of operational activities conducted within the framework of a criminal case under Article 342 of the Criminal Code, the chief specialist of the State Institution "Kyzmat" of the population service center was detained. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). It was revealed that the detainee, known as "P.B.M.", used her official position to systematically obtain money from citizens under the pretext of

27.10.2025, 17:50
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The GKNB detained the chief specialist of the CSC in Suzak.

The chief specialist of the State Institution "Kyzmat," who works at the public service center of the Suzak district, has been detained on suspicion of receiving a bribe. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency, the suspect, known as P. B. M., used her official powers to systematically extort money from citizens, promising assistance in obtaining Kyrgyz citizenship. She was detained while

27.10.2025, 16:52
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Police found the body of a missing patient from the psychiatric clinic.

On October 26, the body of a patient from the psycho-neurological social hospital, who had been missing for four days, was found in a ditch located in the western part of the village of Indom. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. The director of the institution, A. B., filed a missing person report on October 23, stating that approximately at 12:45, D. N. G., a woman born in 1979 and a first-group disabled person, had disappeared.

27.10.2025, 16:22
Employee of the Public Service Center detained in Suzak. Suspected of receiving a bribe.
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Employee of the Public Service Center detained in Suzak. Suspected of receiving a bribe.

In the Suzak district, the chief specialist of the Public Service Center was detained on charges of accepting a bribe, according to information from the press center of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). The investigation revealed that citizen P.B.M. used her official position to regularly receive monetary funds from citizens under the pretext of assisting in obtaining citizenship of the Kyrgyz Republic.

27.10.2025, 16:10
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In Moscow in 2009, a priest was killed; a Kyrgyzstani suspect was eliminated — the head of the Investigative Committee ordered a review of the investigation

The Central Office of the Investigative Committee of Russia will present a report on the progress of the investigation into the murder of Priest Daniil Sysoev, the rector of the Church of St. Apostle Thomas in Moscow, reports the Investigative Committee of Russia. The murder occurred on November 19, 2009, in the church itself, when an assailant wearing a mask fired four shots at Sysoev and the choir director Vladimir Strelibitsky. Sysoev died on the way to the hospital from his injuries.

27.10.2025, 15:41
Missing patient of the Zhayil boarding school found dead
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Missing patient of the Zhayil boarding school found dead

The body of Natalia Denisенко, a 45-year-old patient of the Jayil psychiatric hospital, was found after her disappearance on October 23. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. According to information provided by the director of the hospital, the woman went missing during a walk around 12:45 PM. A search was initiated, but her body was only discovered on October 26 in a ditch located approximately three kilometers from the facility.

27.10.2025, 15:17
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Man Took 100 Thousand for a Surveillance System. And Spent the Money on Personal Needs

According to information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, a man who introduced himself as K. P. received 101,000 soms from a resident of the village of Dmitrievka, V. A., for the installation of a video surveillance system. The applicant reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District because K. P. disappeared after receiving the money. V. A. met the fraudster through mutual acquaintances, and he assured him of his competencies by showing how

27.10.2025, 15:11
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In Bishkek, "Antikino" Identified Drunk Teenagers and Visitors Under the Influence of Drugs

On October 26, employees of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs conducted a preventive action at one of the popular entertainment venues in the capital — "Antikino." According to information provided by the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs on October 27, during the raid on Usenbaeva Street, minors consuming alcohol were discovered, as well as other visitors using narcotic substances.

27.10.2025, 14:24
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The first cases of synthetic drug distribution were identified in 2011, - Ministry of Internal Affairs Drug Control Service

In 2011, the first cases of the spread of synthetic drugs began, but they were insignificant, and the drug was quickly withdrawn from circulation, as reported in an interview by Marcel Dootaliev, head of the Drug Control Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. He also noted that a more noticeable amount of synthetic drugs was discovered for the first time in 2016. “In 2017 and 2018, new cases were recorded, but then the pandemic halted this process. We, studying similar situations in

27.10.2025, 13:36