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Media report on new clashes at the Tajik-Afghan border. Two Tajikistan officers killed.
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Media report on new clashes at the Tajik-Afghan border. Two Tajikistan officers killed.

An incident occurred on the Tajik-Afghan border, resulting in the deaths of two officers from Tajikistan and several Afghan militants. Official authorities have not yet made any comments. According to certain sources, reported by the "Ozodi" radio station, the clash took place on December 24 in the Bahorak area of the Shamsiddin-Shokhin district. According to available information, the clash occurred between Tajik border guards and an armed group of smugglers from Afghanistan.

25.12.2025, 08:31
A monument in memory of those who died in the AZAL plane crash was unveiled in Chechnya
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A monument in memory of those who died in the AZAL plane crash was unveiled in Chechnya

In Grozny, the capital of Chechnya, a solemn ceremony was held to unveil a monument dedicated to the victims of the AZAL plane crash. This was reported by RIA Novosti. Photo by Meduza. The monument in Grozny Recall that the tragic incident occurred on December 25, 2024, when an Embraer-190 aircraft, operating a flight from Baku to Grozny, crashed near Aktau, located in western Kazakhstan.

25.12.2025, 08:16
Mash: Ekaterina Bivol to be tried for inciting hatred against Kazakhs and Kyrgyz
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Mash: Ekaterina Bivol to be tried for inciting hatred against Kazakhs and Kyrgyz

According to the channel's report, following inappropriate remarks made by Bivol, law enforcement agencies in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan reacted to her actions. In October, Ekaterina Bivol posted a video on social media filmed while driving, in which she used obscene language towards Kyrgyz and Kazakh people. As a result, criminal cases were initiated against her in both countries. On November 13, 2025, the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan stated that the republic would

25.12.2025, 08:15
In the world

Media: Pakistan Accused of Exporting Low-Quality and Contaminated Products

A recent incident involving the shipment of expired products from Pakistan to Sri Lanka has once again drawn attention to issues related to the quality of exported goods. This is reported in a publication by Ceylon Wire. On social media, the High Commission of Pakistan posted photos of humanitarian cargo sent to cyclone-affected Sri Lanka. However, internet users quickly noticed that the packaging indicated expiration dates that had passed nearly a year ago. Following this, the commission

25.12.2025, 08:14
Sports

The Kyrgyzstan national team defeated Moldova

The Kyrgyzstan national futsal team achieved victory over the team of Moldova. This match took place on December 24 in Yerevan as part of the final round of the international tournament Unibank Cup 2025.

25.12.2025, 08:09
North Korea conducted tests of the latest anti-aircraft missiles
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North Korea conducted tests of the latest anti-aircraft missiles

On December 24, the Main Directorate of Rocket Industry of North Korea conducted a test launch of new anti-aircraft missiles, as reported by the KCNA. Kim Jong Un, who observed the launch, called it successful. The report states that "this is the first test aimed at assessing the tactical and technical characteristics of the new high-altitude and long-range anti-aircraft missile system. The launched missiles reached conditional aerial targets at a distance of 200 km."

25.12.2025, 08:08
Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan agreed to increase trade turnover between the countries
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Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan agreed to increase trade turnover between the countries

On December 24, a meeting took place where the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Meder Tumanov, discussed current issues with the trade representative of Azerbaijan for Central Asian countries, Samed Gasanov. This information was provided by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the discussion, aspects of the implementation of agreements reached at the 6th meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission, which took place on December

25.12.2025, 07:57
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The USA Imposed Sanctions Against European Human Rights Defenders and Experts

As reported by DW, the U.S. State Department denied visas to five European citizens, including Thierry Breton, the former EU Commissioner for the Internal Market. All of them participated in the creation of the EU Digital Services Act (DSA). Rubio, commenting on this decision, noted that U.S. President Donald Trump clearly outlined a foreign policy aimed at protecting American sovereignty. He emphasized that the extraterritorial actions of foreign censors would not be an exception.

25.12.2025, 07:41
Sports / Exclusive

CAVA Cup in the Maldives: First Defeat of the Kyrgyz Women's National Team. Photos

The women's national team of Kyrgyzstan is participating in an international volleyball tournament taking place in the Maldives. The Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup is being held in the capital city, Male, where four national teams are competing. During the group stage of the tournament, teams compete against each other in a round-robin format. On December 23, in the third round, the Kyrgyzstan team faced the Maldives team, resulting in a loss for the Kyrgyz women with a

25.12.2025, 06:59
Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Highlights by the Morning of December 25
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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Highlights by the Morning of December 25

In the last 24 hours, foreign media have provided information about events in Ukraine and other countries, especially against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict. Here are the key points. The aftermath of the strike by Russian troops in the Kyiv region. Photo by the State Emergency Service of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shared details about the 20 points of the proposed U.S. plan for ending the war. During recent discussions with the Ukrainian delegation, unresolved issues

25.12.2025, 06:55
Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam to Kick Off Olympic Ranking Cycle
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Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam to Kick Off Olympic Ranking Cycle

At the beginning of 2026, the team will open a new competitive cycle with the national judo championship, which will take place from January 23 to 25 in Chingis, Khentii aimag. After that, Mongolian judokas will head to the Paris Grand Slam tournament scheduled for February 7, where joint training camps will also be held. From 2026 to 2028, Mongolia will host the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam tournament, allowing local fans to enjoy performances by the world's best judo athletes. This tournament

25.12.2025, 05:45
Mongolian actor Amaraa Sanjid starred in the Apple TV+ series Pluribus. Video
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Mongolian actor Amaraa Sanjid starred in the Apple TV+ series Pluribus. Video

Sanjid, also known as Otgonbayar, is a character with a unique immunity to a virus of extraterrestrial origin. Pluribus (translated into Russian as "One of Many"), stylized as PLUR1BUS, is an American television series created by Vince Gilligan, in the genre of science fiction drama. The plot unfolds in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The main character, writer Carol Sturka, is the only person in the city (and one of thirteen people on Earth) with immunity to an alien virus that has united

25.12.2025, 05:25
The famous Samuel Beckett Bridge will be illuminated with the national flag of Mongolia.
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The famous Samuel Beckett Bridge will be illuminated with the national flag of Mongolia.

On December 29, 2025, a ceremony will take place in Dublin to illuminate the Samuel Beckett Bridge in the colors of the Mongolian flag. This event is timed to the 114th anniversary of the restoration of Mongolian independence and the 27th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and Ireland. The event is organized by the Embassy of Mongolia in Ireland in collaboration with the Dublin City Council. This initiative symbolizes the strengthening of friendly ties

25.12.2025, 05:24
Sports

Kyrgyzstan has submitted a bid to host two World Championships

The Federation of Wrestling of Kyrgyzstan has announced that the country has submitted bids to host two world championships in wrestling, as reported by Sport АКИpress. In early December, the president of UWW, Nenad Lalovic, visited Bishkek. “We have received the right to host the Asian Championship for adults in 2026. Additionally, we have requested to host two world championships in 2027 — for athletes under 20 years old and for veterans,” the federation clarified. According to information on

25.12.2025, 04:40
The AI Platform Voyager Transparency Aims to Enhance Transparency in Government Administration
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The AI Platform Voyager Transparency Aims to Enhance Transparency in Government Administration

At the event, the platform developers, Chandman-Erdene Tsend-Ayush and Munkhbat Ochirhuyag, presented the functionality and potential impact of this AI-based open data system for high-ranking officials of the ministry, as well as discussed its application in jurisprudence and internal affairs. Munkhbat Ochirhuyag and Chandman-Erdene Tsend-Ayush In her article published on International Anti-Corruption Day, Diana Torres, UN Regional Advisor on Governance in the Asia-Pacific region, highlighted

25.12.2025, 04:34
US Embassy Military Group Transfers Construction and Engineering Equipment to the Mongolian Armed Forces
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US Embassy Military Group Transfers Construction and Engineering Equipment to the Mongolian Armed Forces

On December 23, 2025, in Ulaanbaatar, the transfer of engineering equipment intended for military construction took place from the U.S. Military Group at the Embassy (USMILGP) of Mongolia. The transferred equipment included two trucks, trailers, and devices for detecting explosive devices. High-ranking representatives were present at the event, including Major Andrew Adams, who is the head of the U.S. Office of Peacekeeping and Military Cooperation, and Ian Crawford, Deputy Chief of the

25.12.2025, 04:30
EBRD provided $4.5 million to NFO Transcapital in Mongolia
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EBRD provided $4.5 million to NFO Transcapital in Mongolia

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a loan of $4.5 million (€3.8 million) to the non-banking financial organization Transcapital NBFI in Mongolia, which will help support micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The funds will be used to provide loans to private small and medium-sized enterprises across the country, with a focus on improving financial accessibility in rural areas of Mongolia. It is expected that the majority of the loans will be

25.12.2025, 04:23
The Development Bank will reduce its staff.
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The Development Bank will reduce its staff.

In accordance with the decisions made at the Cabinet of Ministers meeting, the First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Development Enkhbayar Jadamba emphasized the need to improve management at the Development Bank of Mongolia. The main tasks include reducing the level of non-performing loans, optimizing the management of special assets, and strengthening mechanisms for transparency and control. As part of this program, a meeting of the bank's Board of Directors is

25.12.2025, 04:15
The number of Mongolian Reddit users is growing every day
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The number of Mongolian Reddit users is growing every day

🔥 Notable facts: In the third quarter of this year, the $RDDT platform recorded a 19% increase in active users compared to the same period last year, reaching 116 million. Net profit increased by 28%, amounting to $163 million, which is attributed to the presence of 138,000 active $RDDT communities. ?? r/mongolia = 78.5 thousand Reddit users around the world actively share their thoughts and ideas. A similar trend is observed in Mongolia: over the past 14 years, the number of participants in

25.12.2025, 04:03
Local news / Exclusive

Unusual Names: T. Asanalieva Became the Ninth Girl in a Row, and Then the Parents Made a "Rym," After Which Twin Boys Were Born

In the new installment of the "Unusual Names" series, we meet 63-year-old Taaryndyk Asanalieva, a resident of the village of Kerege-Tash, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. “My father held a position as a party official, and after the collapse of the Soviet Union, he became a metalworker. In our family, there are 14 children. I was born the ninth girl, and to express hope for the birth of a son, my parents named me ‘Taaryndyk,’ which translates to ‘Offended.’ This

25.12.2025, 01:20
Local news

The GIK is building human warehouses. Kanibek Tumanbaev responded to the criticism.

Kanibek Tumanbaev, who holds the position of the President's Chief of Staff, published a response to criticism regarding the construction of multi-story buildings by GIK, which some refer to as "human warehouses." In his post, he noted that all necessary standards and norms are being followed in the construction. "Each building necessarily includes parking spaces. Considering that the population will increase while land does not expand, it is important to save space. If we

25.12.2025, 00:59
Local news / Exclusive

Our People Abroad: 23-Year-Old Meerim Lives in a Country Where People Take Their New Clothes and Furniture Outside During New Year Celebrations

In this edition of the "Our People Abroad" column, we present 23-year-old Meerim Rapatova, who has settled in the capital of South Korea — Seoul. Meerim was born in the village of Kyrk-Kazyk, located in the Talas region. In her teenage years, she moved to Bishkek with her parents, where she successfully graduated from high school. In 2016, she enrolled in the Fashion Design department at the Institute of Modern Technologies, which she completed in 2019. Later, in 2022, Meerim

25.12.2025, 00:45
Incidents

Workers digging a grave in the village of Luxembourg stumbled upon a large snake

On December 23, at the cemetery in the village of Luxembourg, during the digging of a grave, workers stumbled upon a large snake. The reptile was found in the pit, which caused panic among the men and made them stop work. Local residents were able to see this in a video that appeared on one of the public pages. According to the author of the video, this is not the first time snakes have been encountered in this area. He noted that such discoveries always shock people. Fortunately, no one was

25.12.2025, 00:29
The project "When We Are United - We Are Unbeatable" Unites Generations
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The project "When We Are United - We Are Unbeatable" Unites Generations

On the eve of the New Year, volunteers and activists from the NGO "Eurasia" visited veterans of the Great Patriotic War to congratulate them on the holiday. These meetings became part of the patriotic initiative "When we are united - we are invincible." The event was organized by project leader Sofia Goviazina and the chairman of the Kyrgyz Society of Siege Survivors, Marat Asanbekovich Kutanov. Educators, cadets from the Moldovanovskaya stanitsa, students, and Timurites

25.12.2025, 00:17
Incidents

In Germany, drunken men tried to steal a Christmas tree from a Christmas market

This morning in Aurich, located in Lower Saxony, police noticed two men aged 29 and 48 stealing a Christmas tree from the Market Square. This was reported by DW. Law enforcement quickly intervened and stopped the crime. The younger of the thieves was detained and taken to the station due to his inappropriate behavior and refusal to leave the scene. Both men were found to be under the influence of alcohol. Meanwhile, in other cities in Germany, thieves were more successful. In Eberswalde, 15 fir

25.12.2025, 00:15
In the world

Zelensky presented 20 points of the basic peace plan for Ukraine

President Vladimir Zelensky announced a 20-point peace plan aimed at resolving the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. He described this document as a foundation for ending the war and stated that a response from Russia is expected on December 24 during a meeting with representatives from the United States. This information was disseminated by UNIAN. Zelensky noted that Ukraine is open to discussing key issues at the leaders' level, including territorial aspects, while emphasizing the

24.12.2025, 22:57
Local news

Girl from Nastya Tuman's video: she was taken to the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, where she apologized

In the social networks of Kyrgyzstan, a video titled "Insulted Her People" has become popular, triggering a wave of public discontent. In this video, blogger Nastya Tuman, a citizen of the Russian Federation, interviews a Kyrgyz woman who made inappropriate statements. According to law enforcement agencies, this incident has been registered in the information accounting journal (IAJ) of the Bishkek City Police Department, and a preliminary investigation has been initiated.

24.12.2025, 22:56
Local news

A case has been opened in Russia against Ekaterina Bivol for insulting based on national grounds

As reported by the united press service of the courts of St. Petersburg, an administrative case has been initiated against Ekaterina Bivol based on Article 20.3.1 of the Code of the Russian Federation on Administrative Offenses. She is accused of inciting hatred or animosity and humiliating human dignity in connection with a video that was posted online and contains negative statements about Kyrgyz and Kazakh people. The process was initiated on November 5, 2025, by an employee of the

24.12.2025, 22:27
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Kanibek Tumanbaev commented on the criticism of "ant hills" by the GIK line

Kanibek Tumanbaev, the Chief of Staff of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, commented on the criticism regarding the new residential complexes being built by the State Mortgage Company. He noted that opinions are being expressed on social media that such houses are being built too densely and resemble anthills. In response to these remarks, Tumanbaev suggested comparing this situation to the dense construction in Tokyo.

24.12.2025, 22:25
Incidents

The suspect in organ trafficking related to Kyrgyzstan has been extradited to Kazakhstan.

A citizen of Ukraine, suspected of involvement in a transnational organized crime group engaged in the illegal trade of human organs, including in the territory of Kyrgyzstan, has been extradited from Poland to Kazakhstan. This information was made public by the General Prosecutor's Office of Kazakhstan. According to the prosecutor's office, the woman is suspected of participating in a criminal group that operated from 2017 to 2018, which carried out illegal transactions for the

24.12.2025, 22:23
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Life in the Regions: A Food Technologist Went to the Movies in Kemin and Met Her Future Husband

Cholponbaev Tabyldy Kodoevich and Cholponbaeva Mayramkul Kalykovna from the Kyzyl-Oktyabrsky ayil district of the Kemin region in the Chui province are celebrating over 50 years of married life. Mayramkul apa shared that after getting married, she had to take care of two mothers-in-law. Her husband was born in 1953 in the Kemin region, while she was born in the Ala-Buka district of the Jalal-Abad region. "My parents are from Kemin, and after finishing my studies, I was sent to work. My

24.12.2025, 22:17
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a $5000 fraud has been detained

A man suspected of fraud has been arrested in Batken. The press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken region reported that a 52-year-old citizen named Ы.А. approached the police. He stated that in May 2022, a resident of the village of Kazarman, located in the Toguz-Toro district of the Jalal-Abad region, B.B.A., deceitfully took $5,000 from him, promising to help with the purchase of a car, but has not returned the money to this day.

24.12.2025, 22:12
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In the Sokuluk District, a "BMW" was stopped for inspection — the driver turned out to be unlicensed.

In the Chui region, a nighttime raid event was organized as part of the prevention of road traffic accidents. According to the press service of the Regional Traffic Police, during this action in the Sokuluk district, officers stopped a "BMW" vehicle. The driver admitted that he did not have a driver's license, as he is currently undergoing training and preparing for exams.

24.12.2025, 22:10
Exclusive

Kanibek Dosmambetov appointed as Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan

In accordance with the decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, Kanibek Dosmambetov has been appointed as the Minister of Health. The appointment was made based on paragraph 2 of part 1 of article 70 and article 71 of the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic, as a result of which Dosmambetov has been relieved of his previous duties.

24.12.2025, 21:58
The famous Winnie-the-Pooh turns 100 years old
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The famous Winnie-the-Pooh turns 100 years old

Photo from the internet This year, on the eve of Christmas, the world celebrates the centenary of one of the most famous children's characters — Winnie the Pooh, as reported by BBC News. The first mention of the little bear occurred on December 24, 1925, when the London newspaper London Evening News published a story titled "The Wrong Bees."

24.12.2025, 21:54
In the world

The CSTO denied reports of Tajikistan's request for military assistance

The CSTO stated that rumors about Tajikistan's request for assistance in connection with the incidents on November 26 and 30, 2025, are not true. This was in response to reports that appeared in several Telegram channels. In an official statement, the organization said that the Tajik side had not sought support. Confirmation of this information is also included in the message.

24.12.2025, 21:45