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Antonio Mesa has headed the women's national football team of Kyrgyzstan
Sports

Antonio Mesa has headed the women's national football team of Kyrgyzstan

On February 10, 2026, Antonio Mesa was appointed head coach of the National Women's Team of Kyrgyzstan by the decision of the Executive Committee of the Kyrgyz Football Union. The specialist, as reported by the KFU, will also oversee the work of youth teams, including the girls' teams under 17 and 20 years old (U-17 and U-20). This combination will allow him to improve the training process and organize systematic preparation for female footballers at all levels, starting from the

13.02.2026, 15:54
Economy

The Ministry of Economic Development proposes changes to the transaction tax and rules for non-residents.

The draft amendments proposed by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce include changes to the Tax Code and other related laws. The main changes concern the mechanism for the transaction tax, as well as simplifying processes for foreign companies wishing to open accounts in Kyrgyz banks. What the proposal includesThe key aspect of the changes is the modification of the transaction tax mechanism. Previously, the tax rate was reduced from 0.2% to 0.1% for transfers through foreign banks, and the

13.02.2026, 15:53
Economy

Financial Violations of 8.8 Million Som Detected at the Capital's Sports School "Dolphin"

An audit conducted at the municipal institution "Specialized Children and Youth Olympic Reserve School for Swimming, Modern Pentathlon, Fencing, Triathlon, and Judo 'Dolphin'" revealed serious discrepancies in the area of financial discipline and violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic concerning accounting, reporting, archival affairs, and internal control. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. All information collected during the

13.02.2026, 15:52
Burial of pets alongside their owners allowed in São Paulo, Brazil
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Burial of pets alongside their owners allowed in São Paulo, Brazil

The government of São Paulo, the most populous state in Brazil, has approved a new law that allows the burial of pets on family plots and in the graves of their owners, reports Kazinform, citing information from the BBC. The legislation establishes certain sanitary norms that will be monitored by local funeral services. An important aspect of the new law is the recognition of the "emotional bond between people and their pets." Interestingly, this law has received the unofficial name

13.02.2026, 15:51
Edil Baysalov: The Economic Power of the Country is Rooted in the Industrial Development of Naryn
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Edil Baysalov: The Economic Power of the Country is Rooted in the Industrial Development of Naryn

At the final meeting of the office of the plenipotentiary representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan, held in the Naryn region, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov emphasized the importance of industrial development in the region. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet. During the meeting, the results of the socio-economic progress of the region were presented. In particular, by 2025, the volume of industrial production in Naryn is expected to increase by 2.5 times, made

13.02.2026, 15:50
Exclusive

The sentence for journalist Kanyshay Mamyrkulova has been changed.

Today, February 13, the Bishkek City Court issued a final decision on the appeal of Kanyshai Mamyrkulova. The judicial panel reviewed the decision of the first instance, dropping the charges under the article on inciting hatred, but upholding the charges of calls for unrest. The journalist's lawyers confirmed this information to Kaktus.media. According to the new court decision, Mamyrkulova was fully acquitted under Article 330 "Incitement of racial, ethnic, national, religious, or

13.02.2026, 15:46
Incidents

The Torcken - Toluk - Sary-Kamysh highway closed due to an avalanche.

Today, at approximately 15:15, an avalanche occurred on the 25th kilometer of the Torken — Toluk — Sary-Kamysh highway, located in the Toktogul district of the Jalal-Abad region. As a result of this incident, traffic on the road has been temporarily suspended, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to preliminary information, no injuries have been reported as a result of the incident.

13.02.2026, 15:36
The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Border Projects and the Issyk-Kul – Almaty Road
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The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Border Projects and the Issyk-Kul – Almaty Road

On February 13, 2026, negotiations took place in Bishkek between Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and Ermek Kosherbaev, his Kazakh counterpart, who arrived on an official visit. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, the ministers discussed the state of bilateral relations in various areas—from politics to economics—as well as in the field of water resources and culture. Special

13.02.2026, 15:35
Exclusive

Sadyr Japarov met with the Prime Minister of Tajikistan

Today, February 13, a meeting took place between the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and the Prime Minister of Tajikistan Kohir Rasulzoda, who is on a working visit to Bishkek. According to the press service of the presidential administration, the agenda included discussions on deepening bilateral relations. President Japarov emphasized that Kyrgyzstan attaches great importance to the development of cooperation with Tajikistan based on mutual respect and consideration of each other's

13.02.2026, 15:33
In "Tazalyk," they explained the situation regarding the shooting of dogs in Novopavlovka
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In "Tazalyk," they explained the situation regarding the shooting of dogs in Novopavlovka

The municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" clarified the situation regarding the shooting of dogs in the village of Novopavlovka, which took place at 9 Mira Street. This decision was made in response to numerous complaints from local residents and based on the instructions of the Lenin District Administration of Bishkek, as well as a telegram from MTU No. 106 dated February 11, 2026, No. 01-13/5. According to the Bishkek mayor's office, there were about 30 dogs and over 50 cats in this

13.02.2026, 15:30
Incidents

The Bishkek City Hall Reveals Financial Violations in the Sports School "Dolphin"

As part of an audit conducted by the Bishkek City Hall, financial violations were discovered in the activities of the municipal institution "Specialized Children and Youth Olympic Reserve School for Swimming, Modern Pentathlon, Fencing, Triathlon, and Judo 'Dolphin'." This was reported by the press service of the capital's municipality. The audit revealed discrepancies in financial discipline, as well as violations of the current legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic in

13.02.2026, 15:27
Felix Kulov: The President was obliged to respond to the situation that could have caused a split
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Felix Kulov: The President was obliged to respond to the situation that could have caused a split

Public and political figure, as well as former Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Felix Kulov, expressed his opinion in a recent interview with the news agency "Kabar" regarding the latest political events that have caused widespread public resonance. He noted that the president should have reacted to the situation that could lead to a split in society and cause instability. Kulov stated: “I am against holding early elections. From a legal and political point of view, this is wrong.

13.02.2026, 15:26
Incidents

The court changed the decision in the case of Kanyshay Mamyrkulova. Her probation period was shortened.

A new decision has been made by the Bishkek City Court regarding the case of journalist Kanyshai Mamyrkulova, resulting in a reduction of her probation period. This was reported by human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova in her post. During the consideration of the case, Mamyrkulova was acquitted under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, which pertains to inciting interregional hostility, but was found guilty under Article 278, Part 3, concerning calls for mass riots.

13.02.2026, 15:22
Exclusive

Bakyt Torobaev urged farmers to abandon non-pedigree livestock

- On February 11, 2026, during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev addressed farmers with a request to stop breeding non-pedigree livestock. He noted that agrarians can obtain a loan at an annual interest rate of 3% to purchase pedigree livestock.

13.02.2026, 15:20
In the Issyk-Ata District, synthetic drugs were found on a young man during a search.
Incidents

In the Issyk-Ata District, synthetic drugs were found on a young man during a search.

Law enforcement officers seized 10 packets of "Alpha-PVP" A young man was detained in the Issyk-Ata district, during a search synthetic drugs were found. This information was provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. On February 11, information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district regarding the storage and distribution of drugs in one of the houses in the village of Novopokrovka. The investigative-operational group

13.02.2026, 15:18
Exclusive

Avalanches occurred at 11 sections of the North-South road. 17 vehicles with passengers were evacuated.

In the Jalal-Abad region, the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported on the situation in areas affected by snowfall and avalanches. According to preliminary data, on the Bishkek — Osh road, in the area of 255–260 km (sections "Pelmennaia" and "Elik"), an avalanche occurred, leading to a temporary halt in traffic. A loader from DEP No. 23 was dispatched to the scene, and by 12:00, the road was cleared in both directions. No injuries among people have been reported.

13.02.2026, 15:18
Futsal Referees Awarded FIFA Licenses
Sports / Exclusive

Futsal Referees Awarded FIFA Licenses

The General Secretary of the Kyrgyz Football Union, Mederbek Sydykov, solemnly presented the international FIFA licenses for 2026 to futsal referees — Talant Raimberdiev and Nurbek Arstanbek uulu. According to the press service of the KFU, Timur Toktobaev, who is currently in Osh, will receive his FIFA license in the coming days.

13.02.2026, 15:16
The first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council took place
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The first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council took place

In Bishkek, the first meeting of the Intergovernmental Council between the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan took place, attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, reports the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Kasymaliev emphasized that 2025 will be an important milestone in the development of relations between the two countries, noting the high level of

13.02.2026, 15:15
In a new video, the CIA convinces Chinese officers to work for the U.S. amid China's general purges.
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In a new video, the CIA convinces Chinese officers to work for the U.S. amid China's general purges.

According to a CIA representative, this video strengthens their efforts to recruit Chinese spies aimed at attracting officers disillusioned by corruption and the purges of generals carried out by the government. In the video, the narrator says: “Anyone with leadership qualities will evoke fear and will face brutal elimination.” He adds: “I cannot allow these madmen to shape my daughter's future.”

13.02.2026, 15:13
Local news / Exclusive

In the Tyup District, residents voluntarily surrendered 26 firearms

In the Tyup district, the operational and preventive action "Arsenal," organized by the local department of internal affairs, continues. Within the framework of this event, active explanatory work is being carried out with the population. The process is coordinated by the head of the Tyup district department of internal affairs, Police Colonel Tilek Kanatbekov.

13.02.2026, 15:11
Incidents

In Bishkek, three units were deployed to extinguish a fire in a store

In the Lenin district of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an incident occurred involving a fire in a store. According to preliminary data, the fire broke out on the roof of the commercial premises located on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan, three fire crews and an operational headquarters were dispatched to the scene. Currently, information about the victims and the causes of the fire is being clarified.

13.02.2026, 15:08
Pavel Durov explained to Roskomnadzor how the Chinese internet actually works
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Pavel Durov explained to Roskomnadzor how the Chinese internet actually works

Durov explained that China did not establish WeChat as the only communication app and did not force users to use it. The messenger became popular in the early 2010s due to competition, winning over many other services, including international ones like WhatsApp, which at that time had no restrictions. Only after WeChat gained a significant audience did government structures begin to integrate their services into this messenger. Durov also compared the situation in China with other countries,

13.02.2026, 15:07
The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Current Issues of Bilateral Cooperation
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The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Current Issues of Bilateral Cooperation

Important aspects of bilateral interaction were thoroughly discussed at the meeting of the ministers, who reviewed the current state of cooperation in political, economic, water-energy, and cultural spheres. Special attention was given to the implementation of agreements reached during the 7th meeting of the Supreme Intergovernmental Council and the 13th meeting of the Intergovernmental Council. A schedule for mutual high-level visits for the current year was also agreed upon. The ministers

13.02.2026, 15:07
How the "shot-down pilots" wanted early elections
Analytics / Exclusive

How the "shot-down pilots" wanted early elections

In the past week, events in the political sphere of Kyrgyzstan have developed so rapidly that even members of parliament barely managed to keep up. The resignation of the head of the State National Security Committee, the departure of the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, and other significant personnel changes have caused serious concern in society. The streams of information coming through social media are often contradictory and filled with rumors, complicating the understanding of what is

13.02.2026, 15:07
Kyrgyzstan is ready to act as a "trade gateway" for Tajik goods to the markets of the EAEU and the European Union
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Kyrgyzstan is ready to act as a "trade gateway" for Tajik goods to the markets of the EAEU and the European Union

During the first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council in Bishkek, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, announced the country's readiness to become a "trade gateway" for Tajik goods, providing access to the markets of the EAEU and the European Union through the GSP+ mechanism. Kasymaliev also emphasized that the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is an important infrastructure project that will

13.02.2026, 15:07
In 2026, 119 km of roads will be built and reconstructed in Bishkek - Mayor
Local news / Exclusive

In 2026, 119 km of roads will be built and reconstructed in Bishkek - Mayor

The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, shared ambitious plans for improving the road transport infrastructure in the capital during a meeting of the board. In 2026, a project is expected to be implemented for the construction and reconstruction of 119 kilometers of road facilities and bridges. According to the announced data, the project plans to: build 19 kilometers of new roads; reconstruct 100 kilometers of existing ones; construct 6 new bridges; create 1 road interchange with local

13.02.2026, 15:03
The Bishkek City Court issued a ruling on journalist Kanyshay Mamyrkulova
Local news

The Bishkek City Court issued a ruling on journalist Kanyshay Mamyrkulova

Court verdict: acquitted on one charge and found guilty on another. A session was held at the Bishkek City Court to consider the case of journalist Kanyshay Mamyrkulova. The court found her not guilty under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning incitement to hatred, but at the same time found her guilty under Article 278 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, related to calls for mass riots. Her probation period was reduced to three years. Thus, despite the

13.02.2026, 15:03
Local news / Exclusive

How Foreign Guests Were Welcomed at the Winter Festival in the Tonsky District

On February 12, in the picturesque area of Shatyl, located in the Kün-Chyghysh ayil district of the Ton region in the Issyk-Kul region, a winter cultural and tourist festival was held. Representatives from the presidential representative office in the Issyk-Kul region, the administration of the Ton district, as well as leaders of local enterprises and institutions, heads of ayil okmotu, employees, tourism officials, craftsmen, and hunters with trained birds of prey attended the festival. The

13.02.2026, 15:00
The Internal Audit Department of the Bishkek City Hall has identified violations of financial discipline at the Sports School for Children and Youth "Dolphin"
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The Internal Audit Department of the Bishkek City Hall has identified violations of financial discipline at the Sports School for Children and Youth "Dolphin"

The audit conducted by the internal audit department of the city hall revealed numerous issues in the operations of 'Dolphin.' The identified violations pertain not only to financial discipline but also to non-compliance with current requirements in the field of accounting and reporting, as well as deficiencies in archival management and internal control. As a result of the audit, 414.5 thousand soms were returned to the city budget. All materials from the inspection have been

13.02.2026, 14:57
Former priest of the Russian Orthodox Church, Iakov Vorontsov, detained in Almaty — he is charged with "organizing a brothel"
In the world

Former priest of the Russian Orthodox Church, Iakov Vorontsov, detained in Almaty — he is charged with "organizing a brothel"

Vorontsov, born in 1986, was detained as part of an investigation during which powdered substances were seized. According to the police, a medical examination confirmed the use of narcotic substances. Investigative actions are ongoing, and law enforcement is working to establish all participants and circumstances of this illegal activity. Iakov Vorontsov previously held the position of hieromonk in the Astana and Almaty dioceses of the Russian Orthodox Church. In 2023, he drew public attention

13.02.2026, 14:57
"Asman Park" in Bishkek will open on June 1
Local news

"Asman Park" in Bishkek will open on June 1

In Bishkek, in the "Asanbay" district, the opening of a new entertainment park "Asman Park" is planned, coinciding with International Children's Day. The relevant information was published in a letter from the city mayor's office addressed to the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Dastan Bekeshov. Photo courtesy of the Bishkek mayor's office. Sketch of the "Asman Park" project

13.02.2026, 14:55
A Huge Anomaly in the Shape of a "Smile" Detected on the Sun
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A Huge Anomaly in the Shape of a "Smile" Detected on the Sun

In a recent report by RIA Novosti, citing the Telegram channel of the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the Institute of Space Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences, it was revealed that a formation resembling a smile has appeared on the surface of the Sun. The size of this unique phenomenon reaches 1.5 million kilometers, as noted in the publication.

13.02.2026, 14:55
Kyrgyzstan in 2025 was visited by 86,000 tourists from Tajikistan
Tourism / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan in 2025 was visited by 86,000 tourists from Tajikistan

According to information announced by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and the Head of the President's Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev, in 2025, the country was visited by 86,000 citizens of Tajikistan. This number is 12 times higher than the figures for 2024. This positive trend in tourism cooperation was recorded during the first meeting of the intergovernmental council of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, which took place in Bishkek. During this meeting, Adylbek

13.02.2026, 14:54
Economy

The GNS reported on what is changing in inspections after the implementation of the "Salyk Kuzot" system

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a new analytical system called "Salyk Kuzot." The main goal of this system is to enhance transparency in tax administration, reduce corruption risks, and create fairer conditions for businesses. This was reported by the PR department of the State Enterprise "Salyk Service" under the STS. According to Bakyt Jienbekov, Deputy Chairman of the STS KR, the system was developed in response to long-standing issues faced by

13.02.2026, 14:52