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
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs caught teenagers with alcohol and drugs at "Antikino"

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, engaged in the fight against illegal drug trafficking, conducted a series of operational activities in several establishments operating under the name "Antikino." This information was disclosed by the ministry's press service. According to the information received, minors were found in one of the establishments on Usenbaeva Street, consuming alcoholic beverages, as well as other visitors who

27.10.2025, 12:36
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Suspect in Fraud Detained

According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region, a suspect in fraud was detained on October 27. A complaint was received by the police from a resident of the village of Dmitrievka in the Issyk-Ata district. The man reported that he was contacted through acquaintances by a so-called "specialist" in video surveillance installation, who offered his services, claiming to use "high-quality and expensive equipment." He even demonstrated

27.10.2025, 12:06
In the Kadamjay District, smugglers illegally imported rice
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In the Kadamjay District, smugglers illegally imported rice

According to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), an organized criminal group operating for a long time has been identified in the Kadamjai district. The main activity of its members was the smuggling of consumer goods. The investigation established that citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, who were part of the group, carried out the illegal import of rice in large volumes along the route "Fergana – Chon-Kara – Kadamjai,"

27.10.2025, 11:58
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GKNB: The building of the art gallery has been transferred to state ownership

Recently, a building that was previously used as an art gallery was transferred to the Naryn Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum named after Kaken Mambetaliev. This information was released by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). It is worth noting that in 2000, the building of the city library in Naryn, along with a plot of land measuring 1,350 square meters, was transferred into private hands. The owner became S. A. M., who then opened an art gallery

27.10.2025, 11:57
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The GKNB intercepted several tons of smuggled rice from Uzbekistan

In the Kadamjai area, a batch of rice weighing between 6 to 7 tons was seized, which was being illegally imported into Kyrgyzstan from Uzbekistan, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security. According to available information, an organized criminal group consisting of citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan had been operating in this area for a long time. This group violated customs, tax, and border laws by smuggling various goods along the route from Fergana to

27.10.2025, 11:38
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At a gas station in the suburbs of Bishkek, an armored car driver was robbed. Photo

According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, the cashier A. K. became a victim of an attack at a gas station in the village of Petrovka. The incident occurred on October 18 at around 4:30 AM. According to the victim, several assailants wearing medical masks attacked him, using pepper spray. As a result of the attack, two bags were stolen from him, after which the assailants fled the scene. During the investigation, the suspects were arrested: S.

27.10.2025, 11:37
A batch of smuggled rice from Uzbekistan has been seized in Kyrgyzstan
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A batch of smuggled rice from Uzbekistan has been seized in Kyrgyzstan

During operational activities conducted by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in the Kadamjay district, a batch of smuggled rice weighing about 6-7 tons, imported from Uzbekistan to Kyrgyzstan, was seized. During the investigation, it was revealed that an organized criminal group operates in this area, consisting of citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Uzbekistan, which has been violating customs, tax, and border laws for a long time, engaging in the smuggling of

27.10.2025, 11:33
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The State Committee for National Security detained a suspect in inciting interregional hostility

On October 27, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the detention of a person suspected of inciting racial, ethnic, national, and religious enmity between regions. During monitoring of the social network Instagram, an account was discovered that published materials contributing to interregional hostility. This incident falls under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, which pertains to inciting racial, ethnic, national, and religious

27.10.2025, 11:30
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Beating of Mirlan Taalaybekov. Suspects Sent to Pre-Trial Detention Center

According to information provided to the editorial office of Kaktus.media from the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek, the incident occurred on October 25. That night, at the intersection of Omur and Dolon-Biy streets, a BMW driven by Mirlan Taalaibekov collided with a Toyota Will. The conflict that arose after the accident led to four men beating the official. As a result of operational actions, four suspects were detained: J. A., S. A., E. A., and S. E. All of them were

27.10.2025, 11:28
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Fraudsters Created a Fake Video with the Head of the UPSM Press Service Using AI

A video has started circulating on social networks in Kyrgyzstan, in which Nursultan Muratbekov, the head of the press service of the Patrol Police, allegedly promotes a Telegram channel promising earnings through monetary investments. According to the press service of the patrol police, a statement was made on October 27 that this video is a forgery created using neural network technologies. In this regard, they urged citizens not to trust such materials and to exercise caution.

27.10.2025, 11:27
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The Traffic Police Identified Over 24,000 Traffic Violations in a Week

According to preliminary data, from October 20 to October 26, employees of the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs identified 24,270 violations of traffic rules. This information was reported by the press service of the agency on October 27. Among the violations:

27.10.2025, 11:25