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The Council of Judges agreed to hold former judges accountable for reducing the sentence of taxi driver Kumarbek.

On November 21, the Council of Judges gave its sanction for the prosecution of former members of the judicial panel for criminal cases and administrative offenses of the Bishkek City Court — B. S. I., Zh. M., and A. K. K. Attorney General Maksat Asanaliev presented this request, pointing to the necessity of holding the ex-judges accountable for crimes described in parts 1 and 2 of Article 336, paragraph 2 of part 3 of Article 342, paragraph 2 of part 2 of Article 343, as well as paragraphs 1

21.11.2025, 18:28
In Toktogul, three guys were detained for raping a 14-year-old girl for six months
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In Toktogul, three guys were detained for raping a 14-year-old girl for six months

In the Toktogul district of the Jalal-Abad region, three local residents were detained on suspicion of raping a 14-year-old girl, according to information from the regional police department's press service. According to the received data, on November 20, the girl's father, whose daughter was born in 2011, reported to the local police station. He stated that his daughter had been subjected to violent acts by three boys from June to November 2025.

21.11.2025, 16:30
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In Bishkek, five illegal employment agencies for work abroad were identified

Employees of the department for countering extremism and illegal migration of the capital's Main Internal Affairs Directorate, together with the employment center for citizens abroad under the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, conducted a series of activities aimed at identifying illegal agencies engaged in employment outside the country. This information was announced by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. As a result of the inspections, it was

21.11.2025, 15:53
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At the airshow in Dubai, a plane crashed

During a demonstration flight at the airshow in Dubai, a plane crash occurred. A video has surfaced on social media that reportedly captures the fall of the Indian fighter jet Tejas. As of now, information about the pilot's fate remains unknown. According to international sources, the incident occurred around 14:10 local time at Al Maktoum International Airport, where the airshow is currently taking place. After the accident, flight activities were temporarily suspended, and spectators

21.11.2025, 15:40
In the Osh Region, teenagers were detained in "anti-cinemas"
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In the Osh Region, teenagers were detained in "anti-cinemas"

In the Osh region, police conducted raids in so-called "anti-cinemas," as reported by the press service of the local Department of Internal Affairs. In recent months, there has been an increase in cases where teenagers rent separate rooms, gather in groups, consume alcohol, smoke tobacco products or drugs, and commit other offenses.

21.11.2025, 15:06
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The Prosecutor General's Office demands to hold former judges accountable for reducing the sentence of taxi driver Kumarbek.

On November 21, the Council of Judges will consider several issues, among which will be a presentation from the General Prosecutor's Office. The supervisory authority insists on obtaining consent to bring criminal charges against three former judges of the judicial panel on criminal cases and administrative offenses of the Bishkek City Court — B.S.I., Zh.M., and A.K.K.

21.11.2025, 14:42
Auditors identified violations in organizations related to alcohol production
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Auditors identified violations in organizations related to alcohol production

In Kyrgyzstan, the Audit Chamber conducted an audit in two institutions operating in the alcohol sector. This was reported by representatives of the agency's press service. The audits covered the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, and were conducted at the State Agency for the Control of the Production and Circulation of Ethyl Alcohol and Alcoholic Products, as well as at the state distillery "Kara-Balta."

21.11.2025, 13:51
The Audit Chamber identified violations amounting to 210 million soms in the Ministry of Emergency Situations system.
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The Audit Chamber identified violations amounting to 210 million soms in the Ministry of Emergency Situations system.

In Kyrgyzstan, the Accounts Chamber conducted an audit of the budget execution of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and its subordinate organizations for the years 2023-2024. According to the press service of the agency, financial violations amounting to 210.8 million soms were recorded during the inspection. Of the total amount, 156.8 million soms are subject to recovery, while 66 million soms were reimbursed during the audit. Photo of the Accounts Chamber. Financial violations in the

21.11.2025, 13:44
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The Council of Judges Will Review the Case of Former Judges Who Changed the Sentence of the Taxi Driver-Maniac

The Judicial Selection Council will begin considering the appeal from the Prosecutor General's Office regarding consent to bring three former judges of the Bishkek City Court to criminal responsibility, as reported by 24.kg. This issue is already on the agenda for the meeting scheduled for November 21. Council representatives noted that a decision on the supervisory authority's request will be made soon.

21.11.2025, 13:42
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Former head of the Mirmakhmudov rural council detained in connection with the funding of the Jengo organized crime group. Video

According to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the former head of the Mirmakhmudov rural council, known as G. Sh. M., has been detained. He is suspected of receiving income from the LLC "Nookat Universal Bazar" through affiliated individuals, which was then used to finance the organized crime group Jengo. During operational activities, it was established that a land plot of 14,276.28 square meters, belonging to LLC

21.11.2025, 13:38
Financed the Djengo Group: Former Head of Ayil Okmotu Detained in Nookat
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Financed the Djengo Group: Former Head of Ayil Okmotu Detained in Nookat

In the Nookat district, G.Sh.M., who previously held the position of head of the Mirmakhmudov ayil okmotu, was detained. This event became known thanks to the press service of the State National Security Committee. According to information provided by the special services, G.Sh.M. used individuals connected to him to generate income from the business OsOO "Nookat Universal Bazar." He directed these funds to support an organized crime group led by K. Dosonov, known by the nickname

21.11.2025, 12:37
Former Head of the Mirmahmudov Village Council Detained
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Former Head of the Mirmahmudov Village Council Detained

The State National Security Service (GKNB) has detained G.Sh.M. (born 1976), who held the position of head of the Mirmakhmud village council. This occurred as part of an investigation into a criminal case related to the financing of a criminal group led by Kadyr Dosonov, known by the nickname "Dzhengo".

21.11.2025, 12:26
At Issyk-Kul, poaching activities using electric current were intercepted
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At Issyk-Kul, poaching activities using electric current were intercepted

On the night of November 20, 2025, around 02:30, in the village of Grigorievka, located in the Issyk-Kul region, law enforcement officers conducted a successful operation, resulting in the detention of four poachers. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency's data, all detainees are residents of the village of Bosteri. They used a homemade device powered by a car battery to catch fish in a river

21.11.2025, 10:56
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Detained land surveyor of the rural government of the Issyk-Ata district on suspicion of fraud

On November 21, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in fraudulent activities. According to the statement from the victim, in February 2024, her son paid 375,000 soms to a specialist dealing with land and agricultural issues, who worked in one of the rural councils of the Alamudun district. For the specified amount, the man promised to arrange the documents for a land plot, but he did not fulfill his obligations and

21.11.2025, 10:35
A fire broke out at the UN climate summit in Brazil
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A fire broke out at the UN climate summit in Brazil

At the UN climate summit taking place in Brazil, in the city of Belém, an incident occurred related to a fire. According to The Guardian, the fire broke out at the moment when conference participants were preparing to sign an agreement aimed at strengthening international actions in the fight against the climate crisis. Image from COP30. Fire at the summit The causes of the incident are still unknown; however, according to Reuters, it is believed that faulty electrical equipment, possibly a

21.11.2025, 10:30
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In Kyrgyzstan, 20 fires registered in one day

According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 20 fires were recorded in Kyrgyzstan over the past 24 hours, with 24 firefighting units involved in extinguishing them. The data was published on November 21. Fires occurred in various regions of the country: four cases were registered in the Osh and Chui regions, three in the Jalal-Abad region, and three in Bishkek and Osh. In the Batken region, two fires occurred, and one case was recorded in the Talas region.

21.11.2025, 10:03
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A woman in Uzgen was fined 20,000 soms for wearing a niqab

A woman in Uzgen, located in the Osh region, was fined for wearing a niqab. This became known thanks to a post on the Instagram account DOAM (Documenting Oppression Against Muslims). According to information from a video posted on their profile, law enforcement demanded that the woman remove her niqab and pay a fine of 20,000 soms on November 4.

21.11.2025, 09:31
Norwegian Scammed out of $200,000 – Suspect Detained in Talas
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Norwegian Scammed out of $200,000 – Suspect Detained in Talas

The press service of the Talas region's Internal Affairs Department reported the detention of a suspect in a large-scale fraud case. The suspect turned out to be a local resident who deceived a citizen of Norway out of $200,000. The victim, born in 1985, contacted the police, claiming that a Kyrgyzstani named B.T. gained his trust and took his money.

21.11.2025, 08:33
The State National Security Committee detained a Polytechnic instructor in a document forgery case.
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The State National Security Committee detained a Polytechnic instructor in a document forgery case.

The State National Security Committee of Kyrgyzstan has uncovered a corruption scheme related to document forgery in the higher education system. The situation concerns the illegal transfer of students to the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razakov. According to the GKNB, as a result of the investigation into the criminal case, it was revealed that some lecturers at KSTU were involved in the production of fake academic certificates and transcripts from foreign educational

20.11.2025, 21:37
"Bishkekvodokanal Warns Citizens About Cases of Telephone Fraud"
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"Bishkekvodokanal Warns Citizens About Cases of Telephone Fraud"

The municipal enterprise «Bishkekvodokanal» informs the residents of the capital about cases of telephone fraud. This information was provided by the city administration. According to official data, the fraudsters pose as employees of the enterprise and attempt to obtain personal information from clients.

20.11.2025, 21:33
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The suspect in organizing a drug channel was arrested with a kilogram of Afghan hashish.

In the Chui region, G. A. T. was detained, who is suspected of organizing a drug trafficking group and selling a kilogram of Afghan charas. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (GKNB). During the investigation of the criminal case concerning the illegal trafficking of drugs and their precursors, law enforcement officers detained the suspect. According to the agency, he is one of the key organizers of the drug supply channel that

20.11.2025, 19:36
In Kazakhstan, blogger Aslan Tolegenov sentenced for inciting hatred
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In Kazakhstan, blogger Aslan Tolegenov sentenced for inciting hatred

Photo KazTAG Aslan Tolegenov, a blogger known by the name "Northern Kazakh," has been found guilty of inciting interethnic hatred, reports the KazTAG news agency. According to the press service of the Kokshetau City Court, the court has sentenced Tolegenov to three years and nine months in prison.

20.11.2025, 19:30
The GKNB reported corruption at the Razzakov Kyrgyz State Technical University and detained an associate professor.
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The GKNB reported corruption at the Razzakov Kyrgyz State Technical University and detained an associate professor.

According to information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), several professors from the Kyrgyz State Technical University, more commonly known as Polytech, were involved in illegal activities. In particular, they issued fake academic certificates and transcripts from foreign universities to students, allowing approximately 200 students to illegally transfer to KSTU. Photo from the press service of GKNB KR. Photo from the press

20.11.2025, 18:46
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In Vietnam, the fight against floods and landslides continues

Since October 26, Vietnam has been hit by prolonged rains, leading to severe flooding and landslides. In some areas, over 1500 mm of precipitation fell in just three days, causing serious problems, reports Reuters. Due to the floods and landslides, five people are missing, more than 43,000 homes are underwater, and over 10,000 hectares of agricultural land have been flooded. According to local authorities, the death toll in the central part of the country has risen to 16 since the weekend. The

20.11.2025, 17:37
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Missing: 37-Year-Old Aitbek Murzakulov

In Bishkek, Ayitbek Akmatbekovich Murzakulov, born in 1988, is wanted, according to information provided by the press service of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department. Ayitbek's sister contacted the police on November 17, reporting that she last saw her brother on November 4 at the "Booruker" mini-market located on Deng Xiaoping Avenue.

20.11.2025, 17:31
In Irkutsk, more than 1,500 citizens from Central Asia were illegally legalized
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In Irkutsk, more than 1,500 citizens from Central Asia were illegally legalized

Employees of the criminal investigation department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for the Irkutsk region, in cooperation with the regional FSB of the Russian Federation, discovered and eliminated a channel of illegal migration. This operation was reported by Irina Volk, the official representative of the law enforcement agencies of Russia. Photo of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for the Irkutsk region. During the operation, six women suspected of

20.11.2025, 17:02
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"Take off your uniform and let's go!" A man challenged a police officer at the Osh market

In Bishkek, a conflict occurred at the Osh market between two men, one of whom attempted to provoke a police officer into a fight. This was reported by the capital's UPM. According to their information, the driver of a Hyundai Sonata parked his car at a public transport stop, blocking access for minibuses to pick up passengers. UPM inspector Nadyrbek Jusupov demanded the driver's documents, but he refused to provide them.

20.11.2025, 16:56
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In Chui Region, a man was beaten and money was taken. Suspects detained.

According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region, two individuals born in 2003 and 2006 have been detained in connection with a robbery case. A 21-year-old man, K.Zh., filed a report with the police, detailing an attack that occurred on the night of November 15. The incident took place between the villages of Karool-Döbö and Kalmak-Ashuu in the Chon-Kemin Valley of the Kemin District, while he was traveling with friends in a Honda Accord.

20.11.2025, 16:22
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SBNON Detained a Member of an Organized Crime Drug Group

The Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs conducted a series of investigative and operational activities, as a result of which the activities of an active participant in an organized criminal drug group engaged in the distribution of cannabis-based drugs were halted. In connection with this fact, the investigative authorities have initiated a criminal case under part 2 of Article 282 of the Criminal Code.

20.11.2025, 16:16
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Associate Professor of Polytech Suspended on Suspicion of Mass Illegal Transfers of Students Based on Fake Certificates - GKNB

On November 20, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the discovery of criminal activities among the faculty of the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov (Polytechnic). The investigation suggests that several faculty members issued fake academic certificates and transcripts to students, allowing about 200 students to illegally transfer to Polytechnic.

20.11.2025, 16:15
One of the organizers of a transnational drug trafficking group detained in Chuy Region
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One of the organizers of a transnational drug trafficking group detained in Chuy Region

In the Chui region, one of the key figures of a transnational drug network was detained while attempting to sell 1 kg of "Afghan charas." Information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic indicates that during operational activities, a citizen identified as G.A.T. was captured, who is one of the organizers of this drug network. On November 17, at the moment of attempting to sell more than 1 kg of "Afghan charas" (hashish

20.11.2025, 16:02
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Man struck a woman on the head with a hard object. Suspect detained.

In the Oktyabrsky district, a criminal case has been initiated on the grounds of hooliganism, as reported by the press service of the local internal affairs department. On November 19, a woman approached the Oktyabrsky district internal affairs department, claiming she had been attacked. At the intersection of Tokombaev and Kuttubayev streets, an unknown individual struck her on the head with a hard object, resulting in bleeding.

20.11.2025, 15:54
In the capital, a secret VIP brothel was "covered": dozens of girls worked through WhatsApp
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In the capital, a secret VIP brothel was "covered": dozens of girls worked through WhatsApp

In Bishkek, law enforcement agencies have shut down a hidden group that provided intimate services at prices ranging from $300 to $1,000. This was reported by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital. Information about the existence of this organized group was received by the criminal investigation department, which indicated that its members primarily worked in elite hotels in the city.

20.11.2025, 15:29
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A Bishkek Resident Was Defrauded by a Fake Deputy Mayor and Fake Chekists for 5.5 Million Som

On November 20, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of suspects in mass fraud. According to the victim, he fell prey to a scam amounting to 5 million 500 thousand soms. The perpetrator, who called the man, introduced himself as the vice-mayor of the capital and suggested contacting a city hall employee. When the victim made a return call, he was informed that he was speaking with representatives of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB),

20.11.2025, 15:17
The suspect in organizing a drug trafficking channel was detained in the Chui region.
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The suspect in organizing a drug trafficking channel was detained in the Chui region.

Photo by the State Committee for National Security. A suspect in organizing a drug trafficking channel has been detained in the Chuy region Security service employees in the Chuy region conducted an operation during which a citizen identified as G.A.T. was detained. He is suspected of organizing a drug trafficking channel. This information was provided by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The detention took place on November 17, when the suspect attempted to

20.11.2025, 15:15
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At the Osh Market, a taxi driver blocked the stop with his ignorance, while his friend called a patrol officer to a fight.

According to information provided by the inspector of the Patrol Police, Nadir Jusupov, an incident occurred on November 20 in Bishkek between a taxi driver and the patrol police. On November 19, around five o'clock in the evening, Patrol Police officers, while on duty near the Osh market, noticed a vehicle at a stop located at the intersection of Chuy Avenue and Beyshenaliyev Street, which was completely obstructing public transport movement.

20.11.2025, 14:53
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The State National Security Committee detained a suspect in organizing a drug group while attempting to sell 1 kg of "Afghan charas"

The press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported on November 20 about the detention of an individual suspected of illegal drug trafficking and precursors. The investigation established that G.A.T. is one of the key organizers of a transnational drug network, having set up a supply channel for drugs along the route Tajikistan—Osh Region—Chui Region. On November 17, he was caught red-handed while attempting to sell more than 1 kg of "Afghan charas" in Chui

20.11.2025, 14:42
Fraudsters Posing as Law Enforcement Officers Steal Nearly One Million Som from a Woman in Bishkek
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Fraudsters Posing as Law Enforcement Officers Steal Nearly One Million Som from a Woman in Bishkek

In Bishkek, police officers detained a group of suspects involved in a large-scale internet fraud. The press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs (GUVD) reported this incident. On November 14, a citizen named K.T. approached the investigative authorities of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs, filing a complaint against unknown scammers who deceived her.

20.11.2025, 14:37
In Bishkek, suspects in a 5.5 million som fraud case have been detained
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In Bishkek, suspects in a 5.5 million som fraud case have been detained

In Bishkek, suspects in a fraud case were detained, resulting in a citizen losing 5.5 million soms. The criminals posed as the vice-mayor of the city and employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The victim, known as D.M., reported to the Ministry of Internal Affairs that he had been deceived by unknown individuals who took advantage of his trust and seized a significant amount of money. They called him, introducing themselves as the vice-mayor of Bishkek, and offered to

20.11.2025, 13:46
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A private WhatsApp group with elite prostitutes has been discovered. Clients could gain access through recommendations.

According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek on November 20, a suspect in facilitating prostitution and debauchery was detained. The capital's Criminal Investigation Department received information about a closed WhatsApp group, in which more than 60 participants offered intimate services at prices ranging from $300 to $1000. Most of the girls worked in elite hotels in the city.

20.11.2025, 13:28
Suspect in Fraud Detained. Took Possession of a Car Worth $13,500
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Suspect in Fraud Detained. Took Possession of a Car Worth $13,500

The arrest of a suspect in fraud took place in the Issyk-Ata district. He deceitfully took possession of a car worth $13,500, reports the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. It became known that on August 22, a local resident living in the village of Kenesh reported to the internal affairs department that a citizen, Sh.Sh., born in 1987, had taken his Mercedes-Benz 213 by gaining his trust and fled the scene.

20.11.2025, 13:21