At the session of the 2nd Western District Military Court, the prosecution requested life sentences for 15 out of 19 defendants in the case regarding the terrorist attack at "Krokus City Hall." This information was reported by participants in the proceedings, where the debates are held in a closed format.
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented updated foreign exchange rates against the som as of February 17. According to the information published by the regulator, the current quotes are as follows: US Dollar (USD) — 87.45 soms;
He is close to the former head of the GKNB in Bishkek An investigator named Ulan, who is also known by the nickname Vaseline and works in the GKNB of the Chui region, was detained by employees of the GUUR of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. He is part of the close circle of Eldar Jakypbekov, the former head of the GKNB in Bishkek. Recordings from the moment of his detention have been widely circulated on social media. For reference, Eldar Jakypbekov was removed from office and then arrested.
During the meeting with the staff of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the new acting Minister Urmatbek Shamyrkanov was introduced by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. Kasymaliev noted that Shamyrkanov's appointment is due to his significant experience working within the Ministry of Emergency Situations. He emphasized the importance of the ministry's work in the face of modern challenges, which requires high qualifications and quick responses.
In Batken, a meeting was held with the participation of Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The meeting reviewed the results of the socio-economic development of the region for 2025 and outlined key tasks for the coming years. During the meeting, attention was focused on the implementation of both national and regional programs, as well as the current
The law enforcement agencies do not disclose details According to information provided by "RIA Novosti," the National Security Committee (NSC) of Kazakhstan has initiated an investigation concerning Nurlan Saburov, a popular stand-up comedian. At this time, law enforcement agencies are not revealing details regarding the article under which the investigation is being conducted, as reported by "Expert." On February 11, Deputy Attorney General of Kazakhstan Galymzhan
According to information provided by Nazira Kerimalieva, the First Deputy Chairman of the National Statistical Committee, in January 2025, there was a 0.8% increase in consumer prices and tariffs in the country compared to December 2024. In particular, prices for food products and non-alcoholic beverages rose by 1%, while alcoholic products and tobacco became 0.8% more expensive. Non-food goods increased in price by 0.5%, and tariffs for services to the population went up by 0.7%.
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, during an official meeting, introduced the new acting Minister of Transport and Communications, Talantbek Soltobaev, to the staff of the Ministry. He emphasized that the new leadership faces important and large-scale tasks related to the modernization of transport infrastructure, improving the quality of logistics and communication services, as well as implementing strategic initiatives that play a key role in the socio-economic
Photo from the internet. After a slight decrease, the Kazakh tenge has strengthened again against the som Against the backdrop of changes in exchange rates, the official values of most currencies showed an increase compared to the som. The most noticeable changes were demonstrated by the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge. At the same time, the Chinese yuan and euro slightly increased in value, while the US dollar remained at the same level. This data is provided by the National Bank of
According to data from the analytical agency "Autostat," Kyrgyzstan has taken the leading position among the EAEU countries in the import of new passenger cars to Russia. Belarus is in second place, having supplied 17.1 thousand cars, while Kazakhstan rounds out the top three with 11 thousand passenger cars. During this period, Armenia was only able to supply 344 new cars.
At a meeting with the ombudsman Jamilya Dzhamanbaeva, residents of Naryn region requested that the At-Bashinsky District be granted border zone status. This request was made during the regional project "Caravan of Rights," which took place on February 12-13 and included meetings with residents of the Kochkor and At-Bashinsky districts, according to information from the Ombudsman Institute. During the discussions, residents of Kochkor expressed their concerns regarding labor
Two individuals have been detained in the Chuy region for inflicting a knife wound, motivated by hooliganism. This was reported by the press service of the regional police department. According to the information provided, the incident occurred on the night of February 14 at around 00:30. Citizens T.M., T.J., and K.K., while under the influence of alcohol, arrived from Bishkek to the village of Petrovka. On Frunze Street, they encountered A.E. and his friends, which led to a verbal altercation
The military prosecutor's office is conducting an investigation into the case of Zhakypbekov, who previously held the position of investigator at the GKNB in the Chui region. It has been reported that an employee of the GKNB named Duyshenbiev Sydyk (nickname Pito) has also been detained. He worked in the 6th department and was close to Zhakypbekov.
In Kyrgyzstan, preparations are actively underway for a significant event in the field of agriculture. At the forum "Agrodialog-2026," the organizers have allocated a record prize fund of one million soms to support the best representatives of the industry. This information comes from the organizing committee of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry.
The 'Kristall' plant, located in Tash-Kumyr and opened its doors in 1989, once engaged in the production of polycrystalline silicon. Currently, the enterprise is not operational, and hazardous chlorine-containing substances remain in its workshops, posing a threat to the ecology and health of local residents. At the first meeting of the intergovernmental working group, measures to bring the technological containers of OJSC 'Kristall' to a safe condition and further actions
- Changes to the Agreement on Unified Principles and Rules for the Circulation of Medical Devices and Medical Equipment in the EAEU have been officially announced at the EEC. The signed Protocol includes updates concerning various categories of medical goods:
Changes have been made in the Kyrgyz Republic to the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers regarding measures to ensure food security and stabilize prices in the market. This decision was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The main goal of this document is to support local producers and ensure food security, which should contribute to stabilizing prices for goods and improving the quality of products in the domestic market.
The automated system AIS "Subsidy," launched by the Department for the Examination of Agricultural Crops, was developed by specialists from the State Institution "AgroSmart." It is designed for the complete transition of the process of issuing state subsidies to seed production farms into a digital format.
- The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to annul the orders dated January 27, 2022, under number 33-r and June 23, 2022, under number 344-r. This decision was formalized by the Cabinet's order dated January 20, 2026, No. 20-t. The annulled documents concerned the appointment of the authorized representative and his deputy from the Kyrgyz Republic in the Council of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and the Council of the Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development (EFSD).
At a meeting with the staff of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaiev introduced the new acting minister — Akyl Toktobaev. According to the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers, Kasymaiev emphasized that Toktobaev's appointment is a sign of high trust from the country's leadership.
The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission has decided to amend the phytosanitary control rules in effect in the EAEU. According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, the new measures concern situations where the recipient of quarantine products specified in phytosanitary certificates does not actually accept the goods.
At the meeting of the permanent commission on economy, budget, finance, and investments of the Bishkek City Council, it was announced that the subscriber base of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" has reached over one million people. The director of the enterprise, Zholdosh Chushtukov, reported that by 2025, the number of subscribers has increased to 1 million 41 thousand, which is 155 thousand more than in 2024.
According to the administration of the Naryn region, in 2025, 876.3 kilograms of gold were extracted from the Buchuk site of the Solton-Sary deposit, which is confirmed by official data. The gold extraction plant at this deposit began its operations in October 2024 in test mode. It is capable of processing up to 600,000 tons of ore per year, producing about 1.8 tons of gold. Investments in the project amount to approximately 12 billion soms.
- According to preliminary data, the volume of agricultural production in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) countries for 2025 increased on average by 4.6% compared to the previous year. As reported by the Eurasian Economic Commission, the increase in volume is observed in all member countries of the union.
Foreign publications and agencies are covering the events that have occurred over the past 24 hours in Ukraine and beyond, against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict. Here are the main points. Consequences of the strike on Odessa. Photo Reuters / Nina Liashonok. From February 17 to 18, the third round of trilateral negotiations involving Russia, Ukraine, and the USA will take place in Geneva. Vladimir Medinsky has been appointed head of the Russian delegation, replacing Igor Kostyukov. The
Robert Duvall. Photo Reuters. According to reports, Robert Duvall, an Oscar winner and iconic actor, passed away at the age of 95. He became famous for his outstanding roles in films such as "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now," as reported by the "Russian Service of the BBC." The actor spent his final days in his home in Virginia, where he passed away. This was revealed in an official statement released by his wife, Luciana.
According to data from the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF), in 2025, there were 1 million 165 thousand 676 cases of hospitalization recorded in hospitals in Kyrgyzstan that operate under contracts with the MHIF. Interestingly, among these cases, over 419 thousand, which accounts for 36%, were for children under 18 years old.
German Ambassador Helmut Kulitz “With the arrival of Tsagaan Sar, the Mongolian New Year, I would like to express my sincere congratulations to the people of Mongolia. In the Year of the Fire Horse, I wish you and your loved ones health, happiness, and prosperity!” — reports MiddleAsianNews, citing a statement from the German ambassador in Ulaanbaatar. May the Year of the Fire Horse bring you inspiration, success, and hope, as well as strengthen the unity and values that have been passed down
U.S. Ambassador Richard L. Buangan “On behalf of the U.S. Embassy, we express our heartfelt wishes to the people of Mongolia for a successful and joyful celebration of Tsagaan Sar!” — reports MiddleAsianNews, citing the words of the ambassador in Ulaanbaatar. As one of my friends from Mongolia noted, the coming year is the Year of the Red Fire Horse, which occurs only once every 60 years. This symbol embodies change, innovation, new beginnings, and opportunities, which undoubtedly reflects the
On Sunday, the Bureau of Immigration (BI) reported the detention of a citizen of Mongolia in the city of Iba, located in Zambales province. This became known from a journalistic investigation conducted by MiddleAsianNews, which indicated that the suspect may have been involved in espionage activities. The detention of 30-year-old Bold-Erdene Boldbaatar, a graduate of a pilot school, occurred on February 12 at an aviation school located in the village of Lipay Dingin. The arrest was the result
Shen Minjyuan “This year, Tsagaan Sar coincides with the Chinese Spring Festival just a day apart, and soon both countries will celebrate the arrival of the Year of the Fire Horse!” reports MiddleAsianNews, citing the Chinese ambassador in Ulaanbaatar. The horse, embodying courage, intelligence, and endurance, is an important symbol in both cultures. The Year of the Fire Horse, which occurs once every 60 years, symbolizes bold progress and hope for the future. In connection with the beginning
“Horse racing, being an important part of Mongolia's cultural heritage, is one of the most dangerous sports for children,” reports MiddleAsianNews. Member of Parliament Baasanjargal Khurelbaatar, who is a member of the Standing Committee on Human Rights, drew attention to the serious risks faced by minors in horse racing, pointing to the alarming number of fatal cases. Baasanjargal Khurelbaatar, On her social media pages, Baasanjargal reported information received from the Department of
Japanese Ambassador Igawahara Masaru “I sincerely congratulate all of you on the traditional holiday of Tsagaan Sar of the Fire Horse, which is also known as ‘Süreer Daragch’!” — reports MiddleAsianNews, citing the words of the Japanese ambassador in Ulaanbaatar. May this joyful holiday of Tsagaan Sar bring you blessings in these warm days of early spring, when peace and joy reign in large and happy families. Last year, when the Year of the Wooden Snake began, a successful state visit by the
left: Munkhsukh Sukhbaatar and Amarjargal Henchbish During a meeting with Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav, important aspects of negotiations between representatives of Rio Tinto and Oyu Tolgoi were discussed, aimed at increasing benefits for Mongolia from the project. A phased plan for resolving outstanding issues was also agreed upon. This information was published by MiddleAsianNews. During the meeting, the delegation from Rio Tinto and Oyu Tolgoi included: Amarjargal Henchbish,
Radnaa Tseren, world record holder, has added his 7th gold medal in the triple jump to his collection‼️ Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 1. 1000 m - 🥇
The capital club "Dordoi" became the champion of the first round of the Kyrgyzstan Women's Volleyball Championship in the National League. Eight teams are participating in the competition this season.
From February 7 to 13, matches of the first round of the Kyrgyzstan Volleyball Championship among men's teams of the National League took place at the Koghomkul Sports Palace in Bishkek. This season, 8 teams are participating in the competition, which played in a round-robin tournament as part of the first round.
According to the latest data from the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC), Kazakhstan has become the leader among the EAEU countries in terms of gasoline price increases in 2025. From January to December, the cost of fuel at gas stations rose by 15.7 percent, as reported by Orda.kz. In second place is Kyrgyzstan, where the price increase was 15.1 percent, while Russia ranks third with an increase of 10.8 percent. In Belarus, prices rose by 6.7 percent, while in Armenia, gasoline prices decreased
As part of the "Our People Abroad" series, we will get to know Meerim Pirimkulova, a 26-year-old Kyrgyzstani who currently lives in Japan. Meerim was born in Bishkek in 1999 and spent her early years in that city. She is currently settled in Aizuwakamatsu, located in Fukushima Prefecture. At the moment, she is a mother and does not work.
An incident occurred in Bishkek involving a driver who was detained for serious violations of traffic rules. According to sources in the Traffic Police, this case was identified during monitoring of social media. The driver of a Lexus GX470 entered the oncoming lane, after which he got into a conflict, displaying aggression and using foul language.
From February 9 to 15, Kyrgyzstan registered 10,576 cases of ARVI and influenza. This data was provided by the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, as reported by 24.kg. According to specialists, the number of sick individuals decreased by 14.7 percent compared to the previous week.
The Bishkek City Hall reports on the current situation regarding the appeals from local residents of the village of Novopavlovka concerning the possible relocation of the cemetery at the intersection of Korsakova and Profsoyuznaya streets. According to data from the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek Funeral Services Agency," if a decision is made to build a road through the cemetery, it will be necessary to reinter 1,364 bodies, of which 227 are Muslim and 1,137 are Christian burials. It
Witnesses reported to a Turmush correspondent about a tragic incident that occurred on the highway. On the night of February 16, around 03:30, a landslide occurred at the 401st kilometer of the Bishkek—Osh road. As a result of this incident, one person died, and two others sustained serious injuries.
The football club "Toktogul," which is debuting in the Kyrgyzstan Premier League, continues to recruit players ahead of the new season. The team has signed 32-year-old midfielder Mirbek Akhmataliyev, who previously played for clubs such as "Alga," "Dordoi," "Abdysh-Ata," "Muras United," "Alay," and "Kaganat," as well as teams in Georgia and Malaysia.
Ishak Masaliev, a former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, voiced an initiative to review the most high-profile criminal cases that have been examined in recent years. He posted the relevant message on social media. He noted that the leadership of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) has undergone complete changes, and some employees have already been held accountable and are in custody.
A person suspected of committing large-scale fraud has been detained in Bishkek. This information was provided by representatives of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, the suspects seized rebar under the pretext of assisting in its sale, which resulted in losses amounting to 2.4 million soms for one of the companies.
In her address to Congress, Pam Bondi, the U.S. Attorney General, confirmed that the Department of Justice has released all documents it was required to provide in the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein's case. This was reported by The New York Post. In a letter addressed to the heads of the relevant committees, Bondi and her deputy Todd Blanche pointed out that all records, documents, and materials related to the investigation are publicly available. However, some information remains
According to information from Bloomberg, China plans to launch 203,000 satellites by the 2030s. This number significantly exceeds the volumes of the largest Western projects, such as Starlink from SpaceX, which currently has about 10,000 satellites in orbit, and Amazon's Project Kuiper, which is planned to include up to 3,232 devices. However, experts believe that most of the declared satellites may remain only on paper. Evan Gray, a columnist for the SatNews portal, points out that such
