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Kokulov stated that trash was thrown on his car after a dispute with the patrol officers

According to Kokulov, a video of his conflict with inspectors has appeared on the internet and in the media, but no one has attempted to find out his point of view. “No one has asked about my position, not even the journalists. Before publishing the video, it would have been reasonable to ask me about what happened. You know how far this has gone? Trash was thrown on my car,” he stated.

04.03.2026, 21:47
In the world

In the US, the possibility of a ground operation in Iran has been announced.

According to Senator Blumenthal, at a recent Senate meeting held behind closed doors, he felt a growing concern about the possible deployment of American troops in Iran. A member of the Armed Services Committee, he told reporters: "I am more afraid than ever," emphasizing the lack of clear answers from the U.S. administration regarding its priorities.

04.03.2026, 21:38
The Environmental Summit of Central Asian Countries Will Take Place in Astana
In the world

The Environmental Summit of Central Asian Countries Will Take Place in Astana

Representatives of governments, experts, and international organizations will gather for the forum From April 22 to 24, 2026, the Regional Environmental Summit (RES) will take place in the capital of Kazakhstan, Astana. This was announced by the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan. It is expected that around 1500 participants will attend the event, including representatives of government bodies from the region's countries, international organizations,

04.03.2026, 21:34
Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan Expresses Solidarity with Bahrain and Oman Amid Middle East Conflict

During telephone conversations with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain, Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, on March 4, Kulubaev expressed support on behalf of the President of Kyrgyzstan for the people of Bahrain in light of the escalating tensions in the region. The ministers discussed the importance of restoring political dialogue and expressed hope for a quick resolution to the current situation.

04.03.2026, 21:01
You can't play Russian roulette with the fate of millions. Spain responded to Trump.
Local news

You can't play Russian roulette with the fate of millions. Spain responded to Trump.

In his televised address to the nation, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed strong opposition to the ongoing war with Iran, describing it as a "catastrophe for humanity," as reported by DW. Sánchez called for avoiding a repetition of the "mistakes of the past," referring to the international coalition's intervention in Iraq in 2003, which he believes did not lead to the expected results but, on the contrary, exacerbated instability in the region and worsened

04.03.2026, 20:32
Incidents

A 20-Year-Old Girl Found Hanged in Nookat

According to law enforcement agencies, the death of the girl became known on February 20, 2026, when a report was received at the Nookat District Department of Internal Affairs through the emergency call service "112". Immediately after that, a preliminary investigation was initiated, and a forensic examination was appointed. Currently, the verification actions are ongoing.

04.03.2026, 20:22
Local news

WHO: Approximately 90 million children aged 5 to 19 suffer from hearing loss

According to data from the World Health Organization, around 90 million children aged 5 to 19 worldwide face hearing problems. Notably, many cases of hearing loss remain undetected. Analysis shows that preventable and treatable factors, such as otitis media with effusion, chronic suppurative otitis media, and earwax plugs, are common among children. In some cases, hearing loss may develop unnoticed but becomes more pronounced over time.

04.03.2026, 20:16
Exclusive

Life in the Regions: A Resident of Chuy Region Discovered a Knife with Arabic Inscription While Sorting Through Junk in a Shed

In one of the villages of the Jayil district in the Chui region, a local resident, while sorting through old junk in a barn, stumbled upon a knife with an inscription in Arabic embossed on the blade. According to the man, he bought a house in this village a few years ago and has been gradually renovating and cleaning it. “While I was sorting through the metal scrap, I found a knife among the rusty pieces of metal. It had a wooden handle, and there was an inscription in Arabic along the blade.

04.03.2026, 20:08
Incidents

230,000 Seedlings from Kyrgyzstan Not Allowed into Russia

In the Chelyabinsk region, employees of the Ural Interregional Directorate of the Rosselkhoznadzor, together with customs officials, stopped two large batches of seedlings. This occurred near the checkpoint "Bugristoye," as reported by local media sources. Topics for discussion More than 28 thousand seedlings from Uzbekistan were not allowed into Kyrgyzstan Trucks heading from Kyrgyzstan were loaded with seedlings and were supposed to deliver them to various regions of Russia. In the

04.03.2026, 19:51
The first deputy head was introduced to the team of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Local news

The first deputy head was introduced to the team of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Photo from the internet. Tilek Mamadaliev Elden Kalchakeev, the chief expert of the sectoral policy department of the presidential administration, introduced the new First Deputy Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan at the central office of the ministry. According to the press center of the Ministry of Health, Tilek Mamadaliev has been appointed to this position in accordance with the directive of the Cabinet of Ministers.

04.03.2026, 19:47
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in apartment rental fraud through Lalafo has been detained

During the investigation of fraud cases, the employees of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the October District discovered that the victim, R. U., reported to the police that on February 8, an unknown person posted an advertisement for renting an apartment through Lalafo. Under the pretext of paying a deposit, he took his money. Based on this incident, the investigative service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the October District initiated a criminal case under Article 209

04.03.2026, 19:47
Local news

Escalation in the Middle East. Kyrgyzstan officially supported Bahrain and Oman

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, held a telephone dialogue with Abdul Latif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bahrain. This was reported by the press service of the foreign policy agency. During the conversation, Kulubaev, representing President Sadyr Japarov, expressed support for the brotherly people of Bahrain against the backdrop of rising tensions in the Middle East region, which have affected its territory.

04.03.2026, 19:45
Exclusive

Tilek Mamadaliev appointed as the First Deputy Minister of Health

Tilek Mamadaliev has been appointed as the First Deputy Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan. The appointment order was signed by the Cabinet of Ministers. According to information from the Ministry of Health, Elden Kalchakeev, the chief expert of the sectoral policy department of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, introduced the new deputy minister on March 4 at the main office of the ministry.

04.03.2026, 19:38
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in a $23,500 fraud has been detained.

According to the information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, on February 5, a citizen named M. N. reported to the police. He stated that on January 7, the suspect I. M., having gained his trust, expressed his intention to sell him a Mercedes-Benz G 500. Under the pretext of re-registering the vehicle, he received $23,500 from M. N. As a result of operational-search activities, police officers detained I. M., who was 21 years old at the time of his arrest. The suspect

04.03.2026, 19:21
Sports / Exclusive

In the city of Osh, a deputy compared the budgets of football players and boxers

At the session of the Osh City Council, the work and budget of the football club "Alaï" came under scrutiny. Local deputies expressed concern over the discrepancy between the massive financial investments and the team's sports achievements. Beksultan Usenov, a deputy from the "Bir Bol" faction, addressed Mirlan Bakirov, the club's director, with a question about the feasibility of increasing funding. "In 2018, your budget was 18 million soms, and this year it

04.03.2026, 19:13
Astana to Host the Regional Environmental Summit 2026 in April
In the world

Astana to Host the Regional Environmental Summit 2026 in April

At the summit, a joint declaration by the leaders of Central Asia on regional cooperation in ecology and sustainable development will be signed. From April 22 to 24, 2026, the Regional Ecological Summit (RES) will take place in the capital of Kazakhstan, Astana. This was reported by the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan. About 1500 delegates are expected to participate in the event, including representatives of government bodies from the region,

04.03.2026, 19:07
Exclusive

An accident occurred on the Osh-Batken road, there are casualties

An accident with casualties occurred on the Osh—Batken—Razakov highway. According to eyewitness reports, on March 4, around 14:00, an accident took place at the 172nd kilometer of the Osh—Batken—Razakov road, in the Kalinin area of the Kadamjay district of the Batken region.

04.03.2026, 19:01
Exclusive

Project "Zheneke": Kyzhibek Kurmanakun kyzy initially wanted to give everything up and leave after getting married, but now she does not regret staying.

Kyzhibek Kurmanakun kyzy has become the new heroine of our column "Zheneke." She was born on February 1, 1995, in the picturesque village of Koo-Chaty, located in the Alaykuu Valley of the Kara-Kulja district in the Osh region. In her family, she grew up as the beloved and spoiled youngest daughter among two older brothers and a sister. “I spent my childhood in this beautiful village, studied at the 'Aydyn-Köl' secondary school, and was one of the most active students. After

04.03.2026, 19:00
Local news

The Ministry of Health is preparing a reform of the perinatal service: what will change by 2030

A discussion on the prospects for the development of the perinatal service took place at the Ministry of Health, where the focus was on key tasks planned until 2030. According to the press service of the ministry, the main areas of work will be improving the quality of medical services for mothers and newborns, as well as implementing measures to reduce risks associated with maternal and infant mortality.

04.03.2026, 18:55
Incidents

In Novopavlovka, a 38-year-old man scared residents with a toy gun and firecrackers

According to reports, on March 3 at 22:36, a call was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek on the number "102" regarding gunshots. An investigative operational group immediately left for the scene. During the investigation, it was established that a 38-year-old man, S. M., was setting off firecrackers in the village, while holding a toy gun in his hands. This created the impression among witnesses that he was shooting with a real weapon, causing

04.03.2026, 18:50
Incidents

The Bryansk Court Sent an 18-Year-Old Kyrgyz Woman to Prison for Drugs

The Fokinsky Court in Bryansk (Russia) has sentenced an 18-year-old Kyrgyzstani woman who was caught attempting to distribute drugs through stash spots, local media reports. According to the investigation, the girl arrived in Bryansk at the behest of her internet mentors with the aim of organizing a contactless sale of large batches of narcotic substances.

04.03.2026, 18:46
The bill on breeding livestock has been adopted by the Parliament in the third reading.
Local news

The bill on breeding livestock has been adopted by the Parliament in the third reading.

The document aims to develop the sector and strengthen state control. In the third reading, the Jogorku Kenesh approved a new bill "On Breeding in Animal Husbandry," which was proposed by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the explanatory note, the bill is aimed at creating a legal framework for the effective development of breeding livestock, eliminating shortcomings in the current legislation, and developing subordinate legislation

04.03.2026, 18:40
Incidents

In Spain, they responded to Trump's threats to completely halt trade with them.

According to information provided by The New York Times, Donald Trump announced his intention to completely sever trade ties with Spain. This decision is related to the fact that Spanish authorities refused to provide their military bases for attacks on Iran. Trump also reminded that Spain is a NATO member, yet has not increased its military spending to 5% of GDP. In discussions about the role of European countries in the Middle Eastern conflict, Trump emphasized that some states have performed

04.03.2026, 18:11
Exclusive

The new presidential envoy in the Chuy region has been introduced to the active members.

On March 4, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Erlis Akunbekov officially introduced the new head of the presidential representative office in the Chui region — Ashirbaev Elkinbek Toktogonovich. Attending the event were staff members of the representative office, city mayors, district akims, and heads of rural administrations in the region, highlighting the significance of this event.

04.03.2026, 18:08
In Bishkek, the police are conducting the "Auto Search" raid
Local news

In Bishkek, the police are conducting the "Auto Search" raid

Law enforcement officers are checking vehicles for stolen cars. In Bishkek, in the Lenin district, a raid called "Auto Search" is taking place, as reported by the local internal affairs department. According to information from law enforcement, this operation is aimed at preventing the illegal use of vehicles. As part of the raid, the police are checking cars that raise suspicions; identifying possible hiding places for stolen vehicles, and taking measures to stop the illegal

04.03.2026, 18:07
Local news / Exclusive

"Beware of Those Who Say 'Hop': The Deputy Warned the Mayor of Osh Against Passive Personnel"

At the XIX session of the Osh City Council, Deputy Shaiyrbek Nuranov addressed Mayor Janar Akaev, raising important issues related to water supply and the work of some municipal employees. He pointed out that the problem of providing drinking water to the village of Ozgur has remained unresolved for many years, despite changes in mayors in the city of Osh. “I have already addressed five of your predecessors. You are the sixth. Although Ozgur supplies clean water to the entire city, there is

04.03.2026, 18:07
The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Bahrain Discussed the Situation in the Middle East
Exclusive

The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Bahrain Discussed the Situation in the Middle East

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, had a phone conversation on March 4 with Abdul Latif bin Rashid Al Zayani, his counterpart from Bahrain. During this conversation, as reported by the press service, Jeenbek Kulubaev conveyed sincere condolences and support on behalf of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, to the fraternal people of Bahrain in connection with the worsening situation in the Middle East, which directly affected the territory of the

04.03.2026, 18:05
Local news

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan to Expand Academic Mobility for Students

Gulzat Isamatova, the Minister of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Uzbekistan to the Kyrgyz Republic, Saidikram Niyazkhodjaev. According to the press release from the ministry, it was noted during the discussion that cooperation in the field of education and science continues to develop.

04.03.2026, 17:56
Local news / Exclusive

Tyup District Celebrated the Days of the State Flag and Ak Kalpak

In the Tyup district, a celebration was held for the 34th anniversary of the adoption of the state flag of Kyrgyzstan, established on March 3, as well as the Day of the Ak Kalpak, which is celebrated on March 5. This was reported by a correspondent from Turmush. The solemn event began in the "Zhenish" park, where the parade with a procession was launched. As part of the program, the national anthem was played, and a flag-raising ceremony took place.

04.03.2026, 17:54
Exclusive

The Situation in the Middle East: A Kyrgyz Woman Talks About the Current Situation in Dubai

Gulzat Begim, a native of the Jalal-Abad region, who has been living and working in the United Arab Emirates for five years, spoke about recent events that took place in Dubai. According to her, despite the panic that arose, the situation in the city has stabilized. The incident in question occurred on February 28, the day when the UAE was celebrating a holiday. Gulzat lives in a prestigious area near the famous Burj Al Arab hotel. She reported that at 1:00 PM, a loud explosion occurred, which

04.03.2026, 17:49
Illegal barriers were dismantled in the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek
Local news / Exclusive

Illegal barriers were dismantled in the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek

During the work to clear the street network of illegal barriers in the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, an event was held aimed at removing obstacles that hinder the passage of emergency vehicles. According to the press service, this action, organized jointly with municipal authorities, actively involved employees of the city hall's land use control department, representatives of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk," and MTU No. 201.

04.03.2026, 17:45
Local news / Exclusive

90% of the heads of the city mayor's office in Osh are under arrest, - deputy

At the meeting of the Osh City Council on March 4, Deputy Meder Abdymanapov addressed Mayor Janar Akaev regarding the staffing situation in municipal structures and a number of proposals for the development of the education sector. Abdymanapov reminded Akaev of his initial theses on business protection and pointed out the dismal experience of managing municipal property (UMP). "When you first took office, you said that the president had sent you to support entrepreneurs. However, look at

04.03.2026, 17:45
A stone crushing plant will be launched in the city of Manas.
Economy

A stone crushing plant will be launched in the city of Manas.

The construction of a modern stone crushing plant in Manas is nearing completion. It is expected that after its opening, around 70 local residents will receive permanent jobs, as reported by the press service of the presidential representative in the Jalal-Abad region. The plant will be capable of processing up to 360 cubic meters of product per hour. Currently, the construction work is practically finished, and about 60 units of the latest equipment have been purchased for the operation of

04.03.2026, 17:37
Local news

The State Duma approved the introduction of penalties for begging

On March 4, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh approved a bill concerning the introduction of new measures against begging. According to Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Oktobur Urmambetov, the aim of the initiative is to combat the negative impact of begging on public order and road safety, as well as to protect vulnerable groups from exploitation.

04.03.2026, 17:35
Local news

Flights with Kyrgyz nationals from Jeddah arrived in Bishkek and Osh

As part of the repatriation program for citizens of Kyrgyzstan, two planes arriving from Jeddah landed at the airports in Bishkek and Osh. This information was confirmed by the press service of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan." According to the data, 90 people returned to Bishkek, and 120 to Osh.

04.03.2026, 17:35
Local news

The media action platform of the KR made a statement regarding the situation surrounding Askat Zhetigen.

The media action platform of Kyrgyzstan has appealed to the country's president with a request to promptly conduct an independent and objective investigation into reports of mistreatment and torture of prisoners who may have faced pressure for their active stance and filing complaints. Furthermore, the platform calls on the akyikatçı (ombudsman) of the Kyrgyz Republic:

04.03.2026, 17:32
Talantbek Tashibekov on the Religious Sphere, Secularism, and the Fight Against Radicalism
Local news

Talantbek Tashibekov on the Religious Sphere, Secularism, and the Fight Against Radicalism

Talantbek Tashibekov recently became the head of the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations of Kyrgyzstan. He has outlined clear goals for strengthening the secular nature of the state and maintaining interfaith harmony. In an interview with VB.KG, he shared his plans, assessments of the work of his predecessors, and the current situation in the country's religious sphere.

04.03.2026, 17:31
Exclusive

A large-scale raid on illegal parking took place in Bishkek.

The article was prepared by K-News. All rights to copy or partially use the text belong to the editorial office of K-News. In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, raids were conducted aimed at identifying vehicles that were parked in violation of traffic rules, as well as those for which parking fees were not paid.

04.03.2026, 17:21
In Bishkek, more than 100 cars were towed to the impound lot in one day
Incidents

In Bishkek, more than 100 cars were towed to the impound lot in one day

Today, a large-scale event was held in Bishkek, resulting in more than 100 illegally parked cars being towed to the impound lot. This information was provided by the press service of the city administration. According to the information received, raids were organized across all four districts of the capital. Inspectors paid attention not only to cars that were parked incorrectly but also to those whose owners had not paid for parking.

04.03.2026, 17:21