The "Manas" airport has temporarily suspended the acceptance of flights due to heavy fog. This information was confirmed by the information service of the air harbor, as reported on the portal 24. kg. The fog began to form last night, resulting in some flights being either postponed or redirected to other airports.
Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, visited schools in the Kochkor district and Balakchy, where he held a meeting with educators. According to the government's press service, this working trip was organized with the aim of implementing new state educational standards, providing educational institutions with laptops, and increasing access to digital educational platforms of the Ministry of Education as part of the "Altyn Kazyq" program.
President Sadyr Japarov is participating today, December 20, in the first summit of the Dialogue "Central Asia + Japan," which is taking place in Tokyo as part of his official visit to Japan. The Prime Minister of Japan, Sanae Takaichi, welcomed the president.
In the match that took place in Riyadh, "Napoli" confidently defeated "Milan," scoring two unanswered goals. Under the guidance of Antonio Conte, the players demonstrated superiority on the field and a more effective attack.
In Kyrgyzstan, a discussion has been initiated regarding a draft law that proposes amendments to the Law on Civil Status Acts. According to the draft law, Article 31 will be supplemented with a provision allowing for the recognition of changes to surnames, first names, and patronymics made outside the country, provided there are corresponding official documents from the competent authorities of foreign states.
In the past two years, more than 43 tons of garbage have been removed from the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). Since 2023, about 400 kilometers of fishing nets have also been removed from the lake, highlighting the scale of the work being carried out.
As of the end of the current year, the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has noted an increase in its activities in Kyrgyzstan. The country, which is a shareholder of the bank, can expect financing in the form of both loans and grants; however, in the past, the investment portfolio has been quite modest. This year, several significant projects are being implemented in Kyrgyzstan with the participation of the EDB, and the bank expresses its readiness to invest in new large infrastructure
Changes in the structure of the Ministry of Finance and the city administrations of republican significance have been approved by the Cabinet of Ministers, which signed the relevant decree under the leadership of Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. The purpose of this document is to improve the organizational structure of the Ministry of Finance and enhance the efficiency of municipal authorities.
Bad weather in Saudi Arabia surprised residents and tourists when snow fell in several regions of the kingdom. This was reported by Al Arabia. Snow covered the Tabuk region, where the air temperature dropped to -4 degrees.
On the official airport website, you can see up-to-date information about flight delays and cancellations, which is confirmed by the passengers themselves whose departures have been changed or canceled. The online board reflects the current situation. It was previously reported that scheduling issues began on the evening of December 19, when visibility at the airport dropped to 500 meters due to heavy fog, creating serious difficulties for aircraft landings.
In Rijeka, Croatia, a solemn ceremony was held to mark the opening of the Honorary Consulate of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the new institution, located at Vukovarska 10a, aims to promote the strengthening of bilateral relations as well as development in the areas of trade, economy, and cultural interaction. Additionally, the office will provide consular-legal support to citizens of Kyrgyzstan. Important guests attended the event,
The press service of the ministry reports At the III People's Kurultai, which took place on December 20-21, 2024, delegates addressed the Ministry of Energy with 59 various issues, according to the press service's information.
A solemn ceremony for lighting the main New Year tree took place in the central square of Tokmok, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The event was attended by the speaker of the city council, Maksat Tynaybekov, the first deputy mayor of Tokmok, Azamat Namazaliev, the director of the veterans' council, Medet Turkmenov, as well as residents and guests of the city.
Measures are being developed in Kyrgyzstan for the sustainable development of fish production and aquaculture, as well as for attracting investments, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the country.
- On December 19, 2025, a ceremony for the signing of grant agreements took place at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, as reported by the ministry's press service. Among the grant recipients is the State Natural Park "Chon-Kemin." The total amount of allocated funds was 534 thousand dollars. To participate in the competitive selection, it was necessary to provide a land plot of at least 5 hectares and a corresponding business plan.
On December 6, 1240, Kyiv, one of the richest and most influential cities of medieval Europe, came under the assault of Mongol troops led by Batu Khan. After three years of conquests in the territory of Rus, Batu Khan decided to take Kyiv, which had a population of about 50,000 and was under the control of the Galician-Volhynian principality. The operation to capture the city was commanded by Mönk Khan, Batu's cousin and future Great Khan. Seeing the beauty of Kyiv, he took a step unusual
On December 20, 1950, when Bishkek was still called Frunze, a record low temperature of −23.7 degrees was recorded. This data is provided by the resource "Weather and Climate." Conversely, this same day was the warmest in 1981, when the temperature rose to +16.8 degrees.
In the village of Alga in the Uzgen district of the Osh region, the construction of a new kindergarten has been completed, reports the Ministry of Construction. The educational institution will soon begin accepting children. The new kindergarten will be able to accommodate 90 students.
Specialists from the University of Sheffield and the University of Western Sydney conducted a study that demonstrated that learning to play musical instruments can contribute to improved memory and learning ability in older adults. Special emphasis was placed on improvisation rather than just reproducing well-known melodies. The results of the work were published in the journal Royal Society Open Science (RSOS). During the study, the researchers conducted a direct comparison for the first time
Over the past five years, 75 kilometers of dams and 7 bridges have been constructed in Kyrgyzstan. This information is provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). These data cover the period from 2020 to 2025.
Bishkek December 20, Saturday At night, the temperature will be -3...-5 °C, cloudy weather is expected.
In order to reduce the number of road traffic accidents in the Naryn region, explanatory events were organized for drivers. This was reported by the Traffic Safety Department of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Naryn region. According to the report, Police Lieutenant Colonel Nurbek Salymbaev, who heads the road safety department, together with employees of the Traffic Safety Department, informed drivers of passenger and freight vehicles traveling along the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart
Saussage prices ranged from 100 to 400 soms In order to support agriculture and ensure food security in the republic, fairs are being held, initiated by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Each district has its own schedule for holding fairs, as reported by the ministry.
In 2025, experts named Battlefield 6 and EA Sports FC 2 as the most profitable video games. This data was published in a report by the analytical company Newzoo, which is based on information collected from January to November. According to forecasts, the global video game market is expected to show significant growth this year, reaching revenues of $197 billion, which is 7.5% more than last year.
On December 19, the KFU Football Awards 2025 ceremony took place in Bishkek, where the best football players of the country were awarded. This event, organized by the Kyrgyz Football Union, has become a tradition and was attended by the president of the KFU, Kamchybek Tashiev. Tashiev emphasized that there is a program in the country aimed at developing football.
The Ministry of Labor, Social Welfare, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the initiation of actions following the appeal of citizen A.A., who expressed concerns about possible violence against her children by her ex-husband M.M. The agency confirmed the information regarding the situation. It is worth noting that in November 2025, M.M. invited the children to Russia under the pretext of arranging social benefits. The children, traveling with a relative, are citizens of the Russian
At the Alash Pride 115 tournament, held in Almaty (Kazakhstan), representatives of Kyrgyzstan performed successfully in mixed martial arts. This was reported on the league's official social media pages. In the main fight of the evening, Kyrgyzstani Kanibek Zhanibek uulu (14-2) won against Rustem Kudaybergenov (9-6) from Kazakhstan, securing a unanimous decision victory.
According to the information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the demolition of illegal structures continues in water protection zones and in areas that threaten the life and health of citizens. Since the beginning of 2020 and until 2025, 1782 such objects have been identified, of which 643 have already been demolished.
A traffic accident occurred on the Bishkek—Osh highway, resulting in the deaths of two ulakchy. The accident took place on December 16. The victims of the collision were brothers A.B.A. (born in 2000) and B.Sh.A. (born in 2007), who lived in the village of Min-Zhyjach, part of the Toguz-Bulak rural district in the Leilek region.
During a meeting organized by the Patrol Police Service, former mufti Maksat Azhy Toktomushev discussed current issues related to traffic rule compliance. This was reported by the press service of the Patrol Police Service. During the discussion, specialists raised important topics concerning the responsibilities of both drivers and pedestrians. The conversation also touched on road behavior culture and the value of human life.
According to the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Chui Region, the restriction on the passage of heavy trucks on the Bishkek - Osh highway has been lifted, but this has led to the formation of a traffic jam at the Too-Ashuu pass. Let us remind you that on December 19 at 12:30, due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions, including heavy snowfall and fog, a restriction for freight transport was introduced, which caused the accumulation of vehicles at the
Focus — on physics, engineering, computer science, and medicine On the occasion of its 15th anniversary, Nazarbayev University has announced the allocation of 200 full grants for PhD programs, nearly doubling the number of grants offered in previous years. These funds are provided by both the university and the NU Impact Foundation.
The village of Cholok-Aryk is located in the rural district of Frunze in the Panfilov region of the Chui province. In this small settlement, there are only 303 residents.
In the Chuy region, there is a strong fog, which is leading to reduced visibility on the roads. In this regard, road inspectors strongly recommend that drivers exercise caution. According to information provided by the press service of the Road Safety Department of the Interior Ministry of the Chuy region, road conditions have become quite difficult due to the fog.
Traffic jams have formed at the Too-Ashuu pass after restrictions on freight transport were lifted. This was reported by the press service of the Road Safety Department (RSD) of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, as conveyed by a Turmush correspondent. As clarified by the department, the deterioration of weather conditions on the Bishkek–Osh highway, particularly fog and snowfall, was the reason for the introduction of restrictions on heavy trucks at the
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an award ceremony was held where the names of the best football players of the season were announced. This information was provided by the press service of the KFS.
As part of the initiative to support needy citizens, the municipal enterprise "Bishkekzelenstroy" organized the distribution of firewood based on a list provided by the Department of Social Development. The relevant information was received from the city hall.
The delegation of the International Federation for Human Rights was not allowed into the country On the night of December 11-12, Kyrgyz border guards did not allow representatives of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) to enter the country. This event raised serious concerns.
After the recent shooting on the beach in Sydney, Australian authorities announced a new gun buyback program, as reported by BBC News. This initiative aims to acquire excess, recently banned, and illegal firearms. It is expected that a large number of weapons will be collected and destroyed, which the government estimates could amount to hundreds of thousands.
The visit of Omuraliyev took place shortly after President Donald Trump's meeting with the leaders of Central Asia at the White House, which was timed to the tenth anniversary of the C5+1 format. Also, against the backdrop of recent diplomatic progress between Armenia and Azerbaijan with the help of the United States, this event highlights the growing strategic importance of the Turkic Council and makes the moment particularly suitable for the visit of its Secretary General. According to
At the KFU Football Awards ceremony on December 19, 2025, the name of the best football player of Kyrgyzstan was announced — it turned out to be 25-year-old Erjan Tokotaev. Tokotaev, who plays as a goalkeeper, represents the national team of Kyrgyzstan and the Uzbek club "Andijan."
The Ministry of Health proposes to lift restrictions on inspections concerning business entities under its jurisdiction. A draft of the new law is already available for discussion. The agency emphasizes that control over sanitary and epidemiological safety in the food service and trade sectors raises significant concerns, especially during the summer vacation and tourist season. This is linked to an increase in cases of acute intestinal infections and mass poisonings among the population.
The Ministry reminds of the importance of maintaining distance between vehicles In a press release, the Ministry of Emergency Situations reports that from December 20 to 22, 2025, precipitation is expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, which may lead to snow avalanches and the formation of snow drifts. Icy conditions are also forecasted on the roads.
During his working visit to Osh State University, Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov met with teachers and students of the medical faculty. He noted that his visit is aimed not only at familiarizing himself with the clinic's operations but also at engaging in an important dialogue with future doctors, where their expectations, plans, and the problems faced by the healthcare system are discussed.
Starting from January 1, 2026, a pilot project will be launched in Kyrgyzstan that will grant autonomy to certain medical institutions. This was announced by Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov during a meeting with the staff of the medical center of Osh State University. As part of this project, about 20 medical organizations will be able to transition to more independent management and financial support.
Photo by UNEP. A vessel transports cargo on the Amazon River Soon, cargo transportation worldwide may become more profitable, faster, and flexible thanks to a new agreement developed under the auspices of the UN. This agreement aims to improve documentation in the field of international transport. According to the UN News Service, the UN Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents introduces a unified standard for the first time, applicable to rail, road, and air transport, which allows changes
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the President of Kazakhstan, delivered a lecture at the United Nations University in Tokyo, where he outlined the main issues of the contemporary world order and called for the restoration of trust at the global level, the reform of the United Nations, and increased participation of "middle powers" in the international governance system.
In Bishkek, a ceremony was held to award the best football players in the country based on the results of 2025. President of the Kyrgyz Football Union Kamchybek Tashiev was present at the event, along with representatives of the football community.
