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In Moscow, two traffic police officers were killed in a car explosion
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In Moscow, two traffic police officers were killed in a car explosion

Frame from the Telegram channel SHOT from the scene of the incident in Moscow Last night in the Orekhovo-Borisovo area in southern Moscow, a terrible event occurred: unknown individuals attacked traffic patrol officers. As a result of the explosion of a service vehicle, two people were killed, and two others sustained serious injuries, according to Russian media. Chronology of the incident The explosion occurred at 1:30 AM (4:30 AM Bishkek time) on Yeletskaya Street. It is believed that the

24.12.2025, 08:02
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The Chief of the General Staff of the Libyan Army was killed in a plane crash over Turkey

The tragedy occurred in Turkey, where the Chief of the General Staff of the Libyan Army, Mohammed Ali-Ahmed al-Haddad, died as a result of a plane crash. The private jet he was on disappeared from radar shortly after taking off from Ankara. According to information from the NTV channel, the Falcon aircraft went missing approximately 70 kilometers south of the capital, in the area of the town of Haymana. Turkey's Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed that contact with the plane was lost

24.12.2025, 07:54
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Telegram and WhatsApp Users Filed a Lawsuit Against Roskomnadzor

A group of 42 Russians using the messaging apps Telegram and WhatsApp has filed an administrative lawsuit in the Tagansky Court of Moscow against Roskomnadzor and the Ministry of Digital Development, as reported by RBC, citing the words of the plaintiffs' lawyers. In their lawsuit, they demand that the actions of Roskomnadzor and the Ministry of Digital Development regarding the partial restriction of phone calls in messaging apps be declared illegal and unjustified.

23.12.2025, 23:27
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In Bishkek, a former police officer is suspected of murdering his ex-wife.

In Bishkek, a former police officer has been detained on suspicion of murdering his ex-wife. This information was provided by sources in law enforcement to the editorial office of Kaktus.media. On December 23, a woman contacted the police, asking for help in finding her sister. She reported that the day before, her sister had officially divorced her husband named U. B. and had gone to work.

23.12.2025, 23:20
Murder Occurred in Bishkek - Details
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Murder Occurred in Bishkek - Details

A tragic incident occurred in Bishkek: a former police officer has become a suspect in a murder. This information was officially confirmed by the employees of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department. According to law enforcement sources, on December 23, 2025, at approximately 21:00, a report was received by the "102" service of the Bishkek City Internal Affairs Department about an incident: in an apartment on Bokonbaeva Street, a former husband shot his wife.

23.12.2025, 23:07
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Deputy Erulan Kokulov detained a police officer driving a car without license plates.

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Erlulan Kokulov, witnessed an incident in which a UPSM inspector was driving a car without state registration plates. The MP shared a video from the scene of the incident on his social media page =AZZw72-F8ylfY8GKUZgy2Kr_IofgdbdlAEUHIgLakoandfM_iN80kq32uxU30p6RoTWB_VeuBcQ9iToYImIQPEcLTd6VCwGvgJ514GbhGHaYmTt0ebalglYwz41B8IIeeQkAPNmzf5BbuRLN8JKjIIekxwVC76aTt602z1M9j9tRDV3VEjKvPndkLwcIJnqXr0h7QfD0Z6qA1HbVIFjHqlGm&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R]publishing it. During the

23.12.2025, 22:10
In Bishkek, drunk police officers were involved in a car accident. They were fired.
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In Bishkek, drunk police officers were involved in a car accident. They were fired.

A video has surfaced on social media capturing a traffic accident involving two police officers. This was reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. The incident occurred in the residential area of "Ak-Ordo," where police officers in a Nissan vehicle damaged a parked car and then left the scene of the accident. Eyewitnesses claim that the law enforcement officers were in an intoxicated state.

23.12.2025, 20:24
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The State Committee for National Security detained former heads of the Tax Service's Audit Department in a corruption case

As part of the ongoing investigation into corruption schemes within government agencies, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan has detained two former officials of the State Tax Service. According to the agency, on December 8 and 10, A. M. and U. S., former heads of the inspection department of the central office of the State Tax Service under the government, were arrested. They are suspected of organizing a criminal scheme together with the former chairman of the State

23.12.2025, 19:42
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Accident Involving Drunk Police Officers. Ministry of Internal Affairs Dismisses Two Employees

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has completed an internal investigation regarding a traffic accident involving two police officers. A recording of the incident previously went viral on social media. According to the department's information, the police officers were under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident, which is a serious violation of both service discipline and the country's legislation.

23.12.2025, 19:18
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In Osh, 21 people were caught transferring bank cards to fraudsters

As part of the investigation into crimes related to bank card and SIM card fraud, employees of the Cybercrime Unit of the Osh Internal Affairs Department discovered cases of "dropping." According to the agency, the operations were conducted in connection with criminal cases initiated based on citizens' complaints and instances of fraud involving mobile communications and bank cards. During the investigation, it became known that cards and SIM cards registered to other individuals

23.12.2025, 18:50
The State National Security Committee detained former officials of the State Tax Service in a corruption case
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The State National Security Committee detained former officials of the State Tax Service in a corruption case

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) has uncovered a persistent corruption scheme within the structure of the State Tax Service (STS). According to the SCNS, on December 8 and 10, 2025, as part of the investigation into a criminal case regarding abuse of official authority, two former heads of the Inspection Department of the central office of the STS — A.M. and U.S. — were detained.

23.12.2025, 18:42
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In Tokmok, a suspect in a series of apartment burglaries has been detained

As a result of the raid "Search" in the Chui region, police officers detained a person suspected of committing a number of apartment burglaries. It became known that on December 6, a local resident named K. B., born in 1962, filed a report with the Tokmok Internal Affairs Department. He reported that on November 26, around 5:00 PM, unknown individuals broke into his home and stole 620,000 soms, 5,000 US dollars, and 20,000 tenge, after which they disappeared. Thus, the victim suffered

23.12.2025, 18:29
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In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud related to shared construction has been detained

According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, a fraud complaint was filed by citizen O. K., who reported the unlawful actions of an employee of the construction company OsOO "Asma". According to law enforcement officials, the detained individual deceived people by creating the appearance of a trusting relationship and entered into shared participation agreements with them. He showed an unfinished construction site and promised prompt completion

23.12.2025, 18:20
Former tax officials suspected of corruption detained in Bishkek
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Former tax officials suspected of corruption detained in Bishkek

As a result of the investigation into the criminal case regarding the abuse of official powers, A.M. and U.S., who held the positions of heads of the Inspection Department of the central apparatus of the State Tax Service (GNS), were arrested. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the information provided by the state committee, the individuals in question, having colluded with the former chairman of the GNS A.A.,

23.12.2025, 18:08
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Former Minister of Science Baktyar Orozov Stripped of Driving License for a Year for Drunk Driving

According to information provided by the Chuy Regional Court, Baktyar Orozov, the former Minister of Science, has been deprived of his driver's license for one year. This decision was made by the Alamedin District Court on December 19, 2025. Orozov was found guilty under the provisions of the "On Offenses" article. It is worth reminding that on December 15, Baktyar Orozov was dismissed from his position due to a violation of ethical standards among state and municipal officials.

23.12.2025, 16:33
In the center of Bishkek, there will be no water all day on December 24.
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In the center of Bishkek, there will be no water all day on December 24.

Photo by the press service of the Bishkek city administration The press service of the Bishkek city administration reported that due to the reconnection to a new water pipeline located in the underground passage of the TSUM, the supply of drinking water will be stopped on December 24 from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. As a result of this shutdown, water supply will be suspended for residential buildings, educational institutions, medical facilities, and other social and industrial facilities in the

23.12.2025, 15:33
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Passengers of the Moscow - Bishkek flight damaged equipment at "Issyk-Kul" airport

The flight operated by Avia Traffic landed at "Issyk-Kul" airport on December 22, as Bishkek airport was closed for landings due to dense fog. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. At 03:11, the plane landed, and at 03:40, 182 passengers were taken to the sterile area of the airport. However, at 04:15, some of them began to demand departure and attempted to get back on board, which forced airport security to impose movement restrictions.

23.12.2025, 14:12
Five People Killed in Crash of Mexican Navy Aircraft
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Five People Killed in Crash of Mexican Navy Aircraft

As a result of the tragic crash of a Mexican Navy plane in the American state of Texas, five people died. Two people survived, and the fate of one remains unclear. This information was reported by RIA Novosti, citing information from the country's Ministry of the Navy. The King Air aircraft with tail number ANX-1209 crashed while approaching to land near Galveston. According to available data, the aircraft was on a humanitarian mission related to medical support as part of the Marina

23.12.2025, 13:34
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Wanted to talk to the pilots. Passengers of the Moscow - Bishkek flight caused a riot.

An incident occurred at Tamchi Airport involving passengers of the Moscow - Bishkek flight, who began to behave aggressively towards the staff. This was reported by the press service of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". On December 22, a plane from one of the airlines was unable to land in Bishkek due to heavy fog and was redirected to the "Issyk-Kul" airport. For the convenience of the passengers, the airline organized a bus to take them to the capital.

23.12.2025, 12:46
For Lobbying Azerbaijan. Former Bundestag Deputy Arrested in Germany
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For Lobbying Azerbaijan. Former Bundestag Deputy Arrested in Germany

The court in Germany issued an arrest warrant for Axel Fischer, a former Bundestag deputy, who is suspected of receiving bribes for lobbying the interests of Azerbaijan. This was reported by Spiegel. Fischer, who represented the conservative party CDU, is to be forcibly brought to court to face charges related to financial bribes from Azerbaijan.

23.12.2025, 10:47
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The Audit Chamber revealed violations in the work of "Kyrgyzpharmacy"

From January 1 to December 31, 2024, the Accounts Chamber conducted an audit of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacy," under the supervision of the Ministry of Health. This enterprise was established in accordance with the government decree dated March 30, 2023, No. 176, with the aim of providing state medical institutions and the population with access to medications and medical products at reasonable prices.

23.12.2025, 10:06
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Murder of a Schoolboy in the Moscow Region. Putin Expressed Condolences to Rahmon

At a recent meeting in St. Petersburg with Emomali Rahmon, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his condolences over the tragic death of 10-year-old Kobiljon Aliev, who became a victim of an attack at a school in the Moscow region. Putin noted that "attacks on children are particularly heinous crimes." He added that investigative actions will be completed, and those responsible will face full punishment.

23.12.2025, 09:05
Legend of Video Games, Creator of Call of Duty Dies in the USA
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Legend of Video Games, Creator of Call of Duty Dies in the USA

Photo from the internet. Creator of blockbuster Battlefield 6 and Call of Duty Vince Zampella Vince Zampella, a well-known video game developer who created hits like Battlefield 6 and Call of Duty, has passed away in California. This sad news was reported by the Telegram channel Mash. Zampella died as a result of a traffic accident on the Angeles Crest Highway in Southern California when his Ferrari 296 GTS veered off the road and collided with a concrete barrier, after which it caught fire.

23.12.2025, 08:47
In the USA, the creator of Call of Duty and Apex Legends has died
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In the USA, the creator of Call of Duty and Apex Legends has died

In recent years, Vince Zampella held the position of head of Battlefield Studios With sad news, NBC4 reported: Vince Zampella, co-founder of such well-known studios as Infinity Ward and Respawn Entertainment, has passed away in the USA. According to preliminary information, he became a victim of a car accident in Southern California. As a result of the incident, his vehicle veered off the road and collided with a concrete barrier. Vince was trapped in the burning car and, unfortunately, did

23.12.2025, 07:42
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In Moscow, a General-Lieutenant of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation was killed in a car explosion.

According to information from Russian news agencies, the tragedy occurred early in the morning on December 22 on Yasenevaya Street. Eyewitnesses report that a Kia Sorento car exploded shortly after the driver got in and drove a few meters. As a result of the explosion, shrapnel damaged at least seven other parked cars. Investigative authorities are considering several versions of what happened, one of which suggests a possible connection to Ukrainian special services.

22.12.2025, 21:35
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In Bishkek, a guy and a girl posing as police officers were detained.

The employees of the investigative service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan have halted the activities of a group of individuals suspected of extortion under the guise of police officers. According to information received from N. A. E., Svetlana and her accomplices, posing as law enforcement officials, accused the complainant of raiding his business and, threatening to disseminate compromising videos on social media and in the media, demanded $100,000 from him.

22.12.2025, 20:27
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In the Kemin District, a suspect in serial fraud has been detained

In the Chuy region, in the Kemin district, a man suspected of fraud related to the sale of a car has been detained. This was reported by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chuy region. It became known that on November 26, a resident of the village of Altymysh, born in 1986, approached the local internal affairs department. He reported that R. K. deceitfully took his money in the amount of 460,000 soms, promising to provide him with a Chinese car of the brand Weltmeiter X6. After the

22.12.2025, 19:38
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In Tokmok, a suspect has been detained in a series of car thefts

According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, a man suspected of a series of thefts has been detained in Tokmok. A. B. reported to the police on December 14, stating that on December 6, between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM, unknown criminals broke into her green Mazda Premacy parked near the establishment "A-G" and stole perfume products, causing her significant financial damage. By the decision of the city court, the suspect has been placed in

22.12.2025, 19:15
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A woman complained to the ombudsman about the delay in the polygamy case and her husband's refusal to acknowledge their son.

A resident of Bishkek, U. K., appealed to the ombudsman for legal assistance to hold her civil partner, former official M. M., accountable for polygamy. The ombudsman's secretariat reports that the internal affairs authorities did not respond to her complaint for almost six months, and only on December 1 did the Oktyabrsky District Internal Affairs Department initiate a criminal investigation under Article 176 "Bigamy and Polygamy" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

22.12.2025, 17:42
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Uzbek Citizens Suspected of Preparing a Terrorist Attack in a Colony near Rostov

In the Rostov region, FSB officers detained three citizens of Uzbekistan who are suspected of preparing a terrorist attack in a correctional colony. This was reported by the regional office of the special service. According to the agency, the detainees are from Central Asia and were planning a terrorist act on the territory of the penitentiary institution. A criminal case has been opened against them under two articles: 30 - "Attempted crime" and 205 - "Terrorist act" of the

22.12.2025, 16:45
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The GKNB detained suspects in the extortion of $180,000. One of them is an employee of the SBON.

The press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR) reported the detention of a Kyrgyz citizen, J.K.T., and an employee of the Anti-Drug Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, M.A.Z., who are suspected of extorting a large sum of bribe money. According to the agency, the suspects demanded $180,000 under the pretext of assisting in changing the criminal qualification. At the time of the arrest, $90,000 was found with J.K.T.

22.12.2025, 16:33
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Decided to "check for taste": drunk driver in Bishkek drank a reagent

Over the weekend in Bishkek, law enforcement officers from the Patrol Service stopped a driver, suspecting him of driving under the influence of alcohol. The man was taken to a narcological facility for a medical examination. However, instead of blowing into the tube, he decided to drink the contents of the reagent, which caused laughter among the police and medical staff. Nevertheless, this stunt did not save him from the consequences. A medical examination was conducted again in accordance

22.12.2025, 16:09
Fake police extorted $100,000 from a man through blackmail
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Fake police extorted $100,000 from a man through blackmail

A citizen N.A.E. approached the investigative service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs with a report of a crime, informing about the actions of a woman named Svetlana and her accomplices. The ministry's press service shared details of the incident. According to the investigation, the individuals in question posed as law enforcement officers and accused the complainant of a raider seizure of a business. Under the threat of publishing compromising videos on social media and in the media,

22.12.2025, 16:07
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Raids in Bishkek: more than 20 people sent to a detention center over the weekend

Employees of the Patrol and Post Service of the police in Bishkek continue to conduct preventive raids aimed at maintaining public order and protecting citizens during the winter period. This is reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the city. These checks are carried out regularly, including at night, in public places and on the streets, with an emphasis on homeless individuals. During the raids, police officers conduct explanatory conversations with citizens.

22.12.2025, 16:06
$180,000 for a "get-out-of-jail-free card": The State Committee for National Security caught corrupt officials with money and drugs
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$180,000 for a "get-out-of-jail-free card": The State Committee for National Security caught corrupt officials with money and drugs

As a result of an anti-corruption operation conducted by the GKNB, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan with the initials Zh.K.T. was detained. He was caught with $90,000 in cash at the moment of receiving a bribe. According to the state committee, Zh.K.T. acted in conjunction with his accomplice, an employee of the Ministry of Internal Affairs M.A.Z., who works in the drug trafficking control service. Both suspects demanded $180,000 for mitigating criminal liability.

22.12.2025, 15:44
In Bishkek, individuals impersonating police officers have been detained
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In Bishkek, individuals impersonating police officers have been detained

In Bishkek, the activities of a group of individuals posing as law enforcement officers were disrupted. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. A criminal case was initiated following a report from a citizen, N.A.E., who stated that he was being blackmailed by a woman named Svetlana and her accomplices. They, claiming to be police officers, accused him of raiding a business and threatened to disseminate compromising videos on social media and in the media,

22.12.2025, 15:27
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In Kyrgyzstan, 18 Pakistanis have been sentenced; there are no Kyrgyzstani citizens in Pakistani prisons.

According to information voiced by Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva, 14,591 citizens of Pakistan arrived in Kyrgyzstan in the first nine months of 2025, while 15,289 left the country. During a meeting of the Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, she reported that during the specified period, 2,012 Pakistanis were fined, and 672 were expelled from the country. Additionally, 18 citizens of Pakistan were

22.12.2025, 14:06