In Bishkek, the employees of the Drug Control Service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital conducted a raid in several nightclubs and internet establishments based on operational information about possible drug sales. According to the police press service, this incident has been recorded, and a preliminary investigation has been initiated.
On February 14, eight sets of medals were contested at the Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina. The main events included the victory of Lukas Braathen, a tense women's ski relay, and another gold for American Jordan Stoltz. The Olympic Games - 2026 are taking place from February 6 to 22. On this day, medals were contested in cross-country skiing, biathlon, alpine skiing, ski jumping, skeleton, speed skating, short track, and freestyle.
During his visit to "Kyrgyzfilm," the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, along with Deputy Marat Tagaev, inspected both the building of the film studio and the utility facilities located on the premises. Information about the progress of the restoration work was provided by the Director of the Cinematography Department Talantbek Tolobekov and the head of "Kyrgyzfilm" Maksat Jumayev. As a result of the visit, Mambetaliev instructed the
- The import of fresh fruits from Iran to Kyrgyzstan decreased by 26% in the 11 months of 2025. This information was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the data from this agency, from January to November, Kyrgyzstan imported 2,000 tons of fresh fruits from Iran, with a total value of $1.3 million. This is 26% less compared to the same period in 2024, when 2,800 tons were purchased for $1.9 million.
Illustrative photo According to KazAvtoZhol, several sections of roads in Kazakhstan were closed on February 15 due to bad weather. Kyzylorda Region
- In 2026, in the Issyk-Kul region, as part of the improvement of electrical networks, more than 2000 old wooden poles will be replaced with new reinforced concrete ones, according to information from the press service of the Issyk-Kul Electric Networks Enterprise. The wooden poles scheduled for replacement were installed in the 1960s-70s and have already significantly exceeded their service life.
Dayirbek Orunbekov, head of the president's press service, reported the emergence of fake accounts that were spreading negative information about Kamchybek Tashiev, the former chairman of the State National Security Committee, and his associates. Orunbekov wrote about this on his social media account.
At a meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, a report on achievements for the year 2025 was presented. In 2025, the Tourism Development Support Fund was able to recover 56.1 million soms in accounts receivable and attract over $4.5 million in grants from the World Bank, which will be directed towards the construction of new tourist facilities in the Osh region. This was reported by the General Director of the Fund, Adilet Januzakov, during the meeting, which was also
At the Winter Olympics in Italy, Kyrgyzstani Timur Shakirov took 62nd place in the giant slalom competition. Photo from the archive. Timur Shakirov from Kyrgyzstan took 62nd place at the Olympics in Italy
In South Sinai, archaeologists from Egypt have made a sensational discovery, finding a previously unknown monument of rock art that dates back approximately 10,000 years. This was reported by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.
Valery Gerasimov Since the beginning of February this year, the Russian army has captured 12 settlements in the combat zone. Valery Gerasimov reported this during an inspection of the troops grouping "Center," as conveyed by the press service of the Ministry of Defense. “Despite the difficult winter conditions, over the two weeks of February, our troops liberated 12 settlements, which allowed us to control more than 200 square kilometers of territory,” he noted.
In the Chuy region, in the Moscow district, a memorial rally was held to mark the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan. The Deputy Head of the District State Administration, Nazgul Mekeshova, reported on the event, which paid tribute to the heroism of Afghan warriors. The rally took place at the monument to internationalist soldiers in the village of Belovodskoye. This event has become a tradition, as every year veterans of the Afghan war are honored and the
At a press conference, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky noted that the U.S. has proposed 15-year security guarantees for Kyiv. However, the Ukrainian side insists on the need for more long-term commitments. The head of state added that Ukraine is actively negotiating with various international partners, including American lawmakers and investors, on security issues.
- According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, the Supreme Court has ruled to return a land plot of 2780 square meters to state ownership. This decision was the result of a lawsuit filed by the territorial administration responsible for the city of Osh and the Osh region.
At the competition held on February 14, Shakirov recorded a time of 1 minute 29.52 seconds in his first attempt, securing him 67th place, with a gap of 15.6 seconds from the leader. Timur Shakirov finished in 62nd place in the giant slalom at the Olympics. In his second attempt, the Kyrgyz athlete completed the course with a time of 1 minute 22.5 seconds, allowing him to secure 63rd place, with a gap of 11.42 seconds from the leader.
At the Munich Security Conference, Reza Pahlavi, the son of the last Shah of Iran, urgently called on Donald Trump for swift intervention in what is happening in Iran. He noted that the country continues to experience harsh repression against protesters, and the number of casualties is steadily rising. “Every day, more Iranians are dying,” he emphasized.
Photo by Kamchybek Zamirbekov. Kyrgyz yurt and northern lights Finland has turned the myth of Lapland into a successful tourist industry, where every moment has its price. The northern lights, Santa Claus, and reindeer have become not just symbols but part of a well-thought-out business model. How this system works and how Kyrgyzstan can benefit from its culture was explained in an interview with 24.kg by Kamchybek Zamirbekov, the head of Ethno Yurts.
On February 13, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Meder Abakirov, held a phone conversation with Marie Hattardova, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic. According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Kyrgyz side emphasized the importance of dialogue for further strengthening comprehensive and mutually beneficial cooperation. In this context, both sides expressed interest in conducting
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According to IQAir, on February 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the air quality index in Bishkek is 60 AQI. This level of air quality is considered satisfactory.
French police have established that a large-scale fraudulent scheme related to the sale of fake tickets has been operating at the Louvre and Versailles for many years. According to estimates, the damage from the fraud at the Louvre alone exceeds 10 million euros, reports Le Parisien.
Discussing popular myths, Obama ironically noted: “There is no underground complex, unless it’s part of a huge conspiracy hidden even from the President of the United States.” When asked what question he would like to clarify when he became president, he smiled and replied: “Where are the aliens?” The concept that the ultra-secret military base Area 51 supposedly houses UFO wreckage and alien bodies has long intrigued conspiracy theorists. Although there are many rumors and speculations,
In his speech at the Munich Security Conference, Jaishankar noted that oil companies in India, like their counterparts in Europe and other regions, make decisions based on the availability of resources, their cost, and associated risks. He added that many market players are reviewing their strategies in light of new global realities. On February 14, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reported that India had agreed to completely stop purchasing oil from Russia. Earlier, U.S. President Donald
As of February 15, 2026, according to information from IQAir, the air quality level in Bishkek is 54 AQI. This index is characterized as satisfactory.
At the Munich Security Conference, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted that Washington has doubts about Russia's true intentions regarding a peaceful resolution to the conflict with Ukraine. He shared his thoughts on the matter. Rubio emphasized that the U.S. continues to explore options for reaching an agreement that would satisfy both parties—Ukraine and Russia.
An automated information system called the Unified System for Providing State Subsidies for Seed Production Enterprises (AIS Subsidy) has been launched in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry.
In his recent statement, member of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev criticized the current situation with the elections in district No. 13, where the voting results are being reviewed multiple times and causing controversies. He emphasized that such actions negatively affect citizens' trust in the elections and may impact voter turnout. According to him, with such "legal manipulations" in place, it is difficult to expect high activity from citizens during the elections.
According to Daiyrbek Orunbekov, fake accounts spreading false information about Kamchybek Tashiev and his relatives are being monitored by the authorities. He described this as a deliberate provocation. Orunbekov stated: "We see how fake profiles are working to discredit General Tashiev. This is a provocation aimed at creating artificial tension."
In the Osh region, in the Alaï district, an illegally installed gas station has been dismantled. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services.
The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic has reported on the assistance provided to Kyrgyz citizens in Russia in receiving their wages. The information was provided by the press service of the ministry. According to the Ministry of Labor, its representation in the Russian Federation played a key role in protecting the labor rights of citizens of Kyrgyzstan.
For a long time, India's real power and its influence on global and regional politics were underestimated, impacting both Asia and the world as a whole. Currently, India is rapidly gaining strength, becoming an important economic center and a key player in the Indo-Pacific region, especially against the backdrop of China's economic slowdown and growing strategic tensions. A publication by Eurasia Review highlights how this shift is significant for India's neighbors. For Malaysia
“If we are given two months of truce, we are ready to hold elections. It’s simple,” he noted, emphasizing the importance of security and preparing the infrastructure for voting. Zelensky also added that such a truce could be achieved by the United States applying pressure on Russia: “Let them push Putin for a truce. In this case, our parliament can change the law, and we will hold elections if necessary. We are open to elections if that is required by both Americans and Russians.”
- According to data from the National Statistical Committee, cereal crops (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat) occupy 609.7 thousand hectares, which corresponds to 48.9% of the total sown area. Forage crops are in second place, occupying 400.5 thousand hectares, which constitutes 32.2%.
This is reported by the press service of the NBKR. On the same day, February 12, 2026, the National Bank also approved Nguyen Thi Thien Huong as the chairperson of the board of directors of CJSC "Bank Kompanion."
In seven distribution electrical networks of the region, outdated wooden structures, whose service life has expired, will be updated. In 2026, the Issyk-Kul region expects the replacement of more than two thousand outdated wooden power poles with modern reinforced concrete ones. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy. The specified poles were installed in the 1960s and 70s and have long exceeded the allowable service life, being in an emergency state. The replacement work will affect the
In the Naryn region, specifically in the At-Bashinsky district, there are many talented children passionate about national music and the art of playing the komuz. One of these young talents is Mukhammedali Jumashov, an outstanding student of the children's art school named after J. Sheralieva. Mukhammedali started attending this school in 2021 when he was only 9 years old, and he is now on his way to graduating with honors.
The visit of Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the Minister of Education, accompanied by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of China to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jiangping, marked an important milestone in strengthening ties between the two countries in the field of education. Photo by the Press Service of the Ministry of Education
A telephone conversation took place recently between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Meder Abakirov, and his Czech counterpart, Marie Chatardova, according to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
At a recent meeting between local authorities and residents of the At-Bashinsky district, pressing issues causing concern among the population were discussed. Prosecutor Kubanychbek Nurullaev noted that in recent years there has been a troubling increase in crimes committed by minors, as well as crimes against them and cases of domestic violence.
From the archive of Abdygany Mamanov. Young Abdygany Mamanov Abdygany Mamanov, who voluntarily went to Afghanistan, served in an aviation regiment and continued his career in various countries, including Europe and Africa. However, he believes that more important than geographical location and ranks are the people he met through the war, as well as the lessons he learned from it. On the eve of the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan, he shared his experience
Key aspects of the strategic development of the country's seed production industry were discussed at this forum. The organization of this event was carried out by the Department of Agricultural Crop and Horticulture Expertise under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, in partnership with the Agrolid group of companies and the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Agriculture (KNIIZ).
The ambassador noted that the exchange of visits between the two countries has become a regular practice, and specific dates are currently being agreed upon, as well as the content of the upcoming negotiations. Borodavkin expressed hope that Putin's visit would become a "significant page" in the history of bilateral relations. At the end of May 2026, a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council (EAEU) will take place in Astana, where the participation of the President of
Baimurza Maatov has been relieved of his duties as the First Deputy Prosecutor General of the Kyrgyz Republic by the decree of President Sadyr Japarov. Malik Bekturganov has been appointed to replace Maatov and will now hold the position of First Deputy Prosecutor General.
Alla Timofeevna Rudenko, a resident of Kara-Balta, celebrated her 90th birthday on February 14, becoming a symbol of an entire era filled with hardships, dedication, and love for music. Born in distant Sakhalin into a large family of nine children, she faced deprivation from an early age and understood what responsibility meant.
left: Sun Weidong and Zandanshatar Gombojav The visit of Deputy Foreign Minister Sun Weidong to Mongolia was timed to coincide with the strategic dialogue between the two countries. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. From February 10 to 12, 2026, Sun Weidong, Deputy Foreign Minister of China, was on a visit to Mongolia, where he held meetings with Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav and Foreign Minister Batsetseg Batmunkh. In addition, he participated in the Seventh Strategic Dialogue
According to the agency "Autostat," the import of new passenger cars into Russia from Kyrgyzstan took the leading position among EAEU countries in 2025, amounting to 53,600 units. Belarus came in second with 17,100 cars, while Kazakhstan ranked third with 11,000 vehicles. Armenia, on the other hand, supplied only 344 new passenger cars during the same period. According to the new project, a unified formula will be used for cars from EAEU countries, similar to the one already applied
On February 15, 2026, the 37th anniversary of the withdrawal of Soviet troops from Afghanistan will be commemorated, where the conflict lasted from 1979 to 1989. One of those who experienced these difficult times is Zhyrgalbek Isabaev, originally from the village of Boz-Bulun, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. At the age of 18, he found himself on the battlefield.
The meeting of the Deputy Minister of Health Bakyt Kadyraliev with future doctors took place on February 14 at the I.K. Akhunbaev Kyrgyz State Medical Academy. During the discussion, participants addressed key topics related to the professional training of students, including internships and residency, as well as improving clinical training. The main focus was on the need to strengthen the practical component of education starting from the third year, when students begin to study clinical
