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Man opens fire outside the parliament building in Belgrade
The President of Serbia characterized the incident as a terrorist attack
23.10.2025, 10:42
The President of Serbia characterized the incident as a terrorist attack
- In the village of Bel-Terek, which is part of the Arstanbap-Atyn rural administration of the Bazar-Korgon district, work is underway to asphalt a road with a length of 3.5 kilometers. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The work is being carried out by Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 50, which is part of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Tushtuk." Currently, more than 2 kilometers of asphalt have already been completed.
- According to the Ministry of Economy, in the first nine months of 2025, the volume of investments in fixed capital reached 206 billion soms, indicating an increase of 18.8% compared to the same period in 2024. The increase in investment volume was primarily made possible by the growth of domestic funding sources, which rose by 27.4%, while external sources showed a decline.
- From January to August 2025, Kyrgyzstan registered a decrease in oil and natural gas production volumes. Data published by the National Statistical Committee confirms this trend. The volume of crude oil production for the first eight months amounted to 179.3 thousand tons, which corresponds to a decrease of 9.1% compared to the same period in 2024, when 197.2 thousand tons were produced.
The expert clarified the situation The number of foreign students in Kyrgyzstan has decreased by 31% over the past year. The situation was commented on by Almaz Tajybay, an education specialist, who spoke about the possible reasons for this phenomenon and the future of educational tourism in the country.
- On October 22, a video was received by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, reporting a violation of safety regulations at a construction site located at the corner of Akhunbaev and Toktonaliev Streets in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction. The State Architectural and Construction Control Department of Bishkek compiled a protocol against LLC "Kyrgyz Kuroolush Dolboor" for violating the standards
A recent robbery occurred at the "House of Enlightenment Denis Diderot"
“I felt that we would not be able to achieve the necessary result”
The rise in prices is due to the shortage of petroleum products in Russia
In Bishkek, an accident occurred the day before, resulting in the death of a small child, reported the press service of the patrol police on October 22. According to the information, the traffic accident took place on October 20 at around 18:40 near the Asia Mall shopping center. The driver of a GMC ACADIA hit a three-year-old boy, born in 2020.
In Naryn, the asphalting of 7.6 kilometers of the central Lenin Street has been completed, reports the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to the ministry, the laying of the second layer of asphalt on the remaining sections is currently ongoing, and the workers continue their activities. In addition, the construction of sidewalks and the installation of curbs are continuing on the street, as well as the installation of lighting poles. Road markings are also
For thirty years, Kyrgyzstan has been under a parliamentary system, and according to political scientist Bakyt Baketaev, the country has been lost among factions and commissions. Despite the value of this experience, "the economy remained stagnant, and reforms were not implemented," he noted in a conversation with the editorial team of VB.KG.
Five injured were hospitalized According to regional media, 12 people died in a terrible traffic accident in western Kazakhstan.
According to witnesses, "the roofs of the houses in the village nearly blew off," indicating the power of the explosive charge from the drone that detonated. The publication notes that the crater formed confirms the significance of the explosion. Representatives of the local administration, emergency services, and law enforcement are working at the scene. The military prosecutor's office has already initiated a criminal investigation.
As of today, more than 500,000 personal vehicles are registered in Bishkek. This was reported on October 21 during a multilateral dialogue on combating air pollution from transportation in the country by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev. During the discussion, the mayor noted the absence of catalytic converters in some vehicles, which raises concerns about their impact on the ecological situation.
A layer of smog can be seen early in the morning in Wazirabad, New Delhi, India, on October 18, 2025. On Wednesday, about 20 million residents of New Delhi woke up to one of the most polluted airs among megacities around the world, as reported by CNN. According to the Swiss company IQAir, the level of PM 2.5 in the air of New Delhi currently exceeds the annual norms set by the World Health Organization by more than 40 times.
The mosquito Culiseta annulata is visible on the control monitor connected to the microscope in the mosquito monitoring laboratory at the Friedrich Löffler Institute Professor Gislason suggested that there may be more than three mosquitoes in Iceland. He noted that these insects are capable of surviving the winter by finding shelter in basements and attics, where the temperature does not drop below zero. According to information from The Guardian, all the found mosquitoes belong to the species
The construction company was fined 200,000 soms A crane operator at a construction site in Bishkek organized unsafe entertainment for his colleagues, which led to penalties.
- The composition of the Board of Directors of OJSC "Capital Bank of Central Asia" has been updated, as reported by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. At an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders held on October 22, 2025, a decision was made to appoint Aliyev Asylbek Askerbekovich to the Board of Directors.
According to IQAir, as of October 21, 2025, in Bishkek at 17:00, the air quality index is 94 AQI. This level indicates satisfactory air quality.
Suspects in the attack detained
According to the radio station, the incident occurred on the night of October 20. On Monday morning, museum staff discovered signs of a break-in and the disappearance of exhibits. Police arrived at the scene immediately. The thieves took several gold and silver coins that were minted in the 18th and 19th centuries, while other exhibits remained in place. The museum is temporarily closed to visitors. According to police data, the robbers acted in an organized manner, taking advantage of the
A pelican has appeared at the rehabilitation center of the NGO "Bugu-Ene." This was reported on October 15 by the public fund. According to information published on social media, the pelican was handed over by inspectors from the Chui regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. The bird was found in the Chui region in an extremely emaciated state and could barely stand on its feet.
On October 21, a multilateral dialogue on combating transport-related air pollution in the country took place in Bishkek. At the event, participants discussed air pollution in the capital and the Chui region, as well as possible measures to address it. Representatives of foreign delegations participated in the discussion and shared their experiences in tackling this issue.
The reason for the sanctions was the "lack of serious commitment from Russia to a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine," the ministry noted. Scott Bessant, the Secretary of the Treasury, emphasized: "Now is the time to end the violence and immediately declare a ceasefire. Due to President Putin's unwillingness to end this senseless war, we have decided to impose sanctions on the two largest oil companies that support the Kremlin's military actions."
The TPP-5 project aims to reduce dependence on electricity imported from abroad and increase domestic production volumes, as well as to implement modern production technologies. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources reports that the launch of TPP-5 will have a positive impact on air quality in Ulaanbaatar, particularly due to the elimination of 51,000 chimneys in the ger areas and the introduction of environmentally safe technologies. In particular, the ash and slag generated at the
Illustrative photo In the new sanctions package, as emphasized by Kallas, the main focus is on Russian banking institutions, cryptocurrency exchanges, as well as organizations in China and India. The restrictions also affect the movement of Russian diplomats to prevent destabilization. “It is becoming increasingly difficult for Putin to finance the war,” she noted. According to Reuters, the new measures include a ban on the import of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG). These restrictions will
In Kyrgyzstan, work is underway to analyze the progress of the project "Sustainable Restoration of Landscapes of the Kyrgyz Republic." This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) on October 22. On the second day of the mission, representatives of the MES conducted field inspections of project sites in the Jalal-Abad region, where work is planned to strengthen riverbanks and combat mudflows to protect the local population from natural threats.
Weather forecast for various regions of Kyrgyzstan from October 23 to November 4. According to data from the Ventusky service, the coldest conditions this week are expected in the mountains of Naryn and at Issyk-Kul, while the southern regions will experience warmer weather.
- According to information from the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the consumer price index, reflecting the level of inflation, was 105.5% (comparing September 2025 to December of the previous year). The average annual inflation rate (January-September 2025 compared to the same period in 2024) was 107.8%.
The weather in Kyrgyzstan on October 23. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, rain is predicted in the Issyk-Kul region during the night of October 23, and snow is possible in the mountainous areas. No precipitation is expected in the rest of the country. It will also be dry during the day, with a western wind at a speed of 4-9 m/s.
Illustrative photo The European Union has confirmed the approval of the 19th package of sanctions against Russia. The Danish delegation to the EU reported this, citing information from Reuters. “We are pleased to inform you that we have just received notification from the last EU member state that lifted its objections regarding the implementation of the 19th package of sanctions. In this regard, the written approval procedure by the Council of the European Union will begin. If no other states
In the Kara-Suu district, one local resident was fined 12,500 soms for violating hunting regulations. This information was provided by the department responsible for the protection of natural areas and biodiversity in the Osh regional office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service. It became known that on October 18, 2025, employees of this department, together with representatives of the "Bars-2" group from the NABU organization, detained a man who violated hunting
Since April 2025, active repair and restoration work has been underway at the Botanical Garden located on Akhunbaeva Street. A visit by the AKIpress agency on October 20 allowed a glimpse into one of the greenest areas of the capital. In recent months, the garden has changed significantly. Overgrown areas have been cleared, making the territory more open and visually spacious. Visitors note that the botanical garden now looks more well-groomed and spacious.
- The analysis of the reasons for the inflation increase in Kyrgyzstan for June 2025 was presented by the EFSR in its review (October 2025). According to the report, from April to July 2025, inflation exceeded the target indicators of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan.
- From January to August 2025, there has been an increase in the extraction of key construction materials in Kyrgyzstan. These data are confirmed by official sources. Thus, the volume of natural sand extraction increased by 39.5%. This year it amounted to 987 thousand tons, while last year this figure was 707.4 thousand tons.
According to a survey conducted by the WEBBANKIR platform among 1,600 Russians, 74% of respondents noticed an increase in gasoline prices since August. 90% of those surveyed expect further price hikes, with 50% anticipating a sharp jump in prices. Four-tenths of respondents reported that they have reduced the frequency of trips in their personal vehicles to save money. Additionally, 13.8% have started using their cars less often, while 13.2% have completely switched to public transport.
The launch was recorded at 8:20, however, the military could not determine the type of missile, its altitude, and flight range. Earlier, on May 8 and 22, launches of short-range ballistic and cruise missiles were also carried out from the territory of North Korea towards the Sea of Japan. This launch was the first since the new government of President Yoon Suk-yeol took office in South Korea in June. Additionally, the launch occurred on the eve of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)
Sergey Lavrov Lavrov noted that the "European patrons" of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are trying to persuade the U.S. to change its position, which he believes contradicts the agreements reached during the meeting in Anchorage. He emphasized that "such an approach means ignoring the root causes of the conflict." The Foreign Minister added that a call for an immediate ceasefire would result in a significant part of Ukraine remaining under the control of the
As of October 21, 2025, at 11:00, the air quality index in Bishkek is recorded at 104 AQI. This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
- According to the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, by the end of August 2025, the total volume of non-resident deposits in Kyrgyz banks exceeded 91 billion soms (which is approximately $1.05 billion). In the last month, the volume of deposits increased by 1.2 billion soms, which is a growth of 1.4%. Since the beginning of the year, over eight months, the total increase has reached 16.6 billion soms, corresponding to a growth of 22.0%.
Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on October 24. According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, clear weather without precipitation is expected in the country. A west wind with a speed of 4-9 m/s is anticipated.
At the same time, rain is expected in the west and northwest of the country, caused by the activity of a cyclone trough. In several regions of the republic, an increase in wind is also anticipated, and in the night and morning hours, fog may form in the west, north, and east. The temperature regime will remain stable without significant fluctuations.
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on October 21. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected in the country. A west wind with a speed of 4-9 m/s is anticipated.
Kubanychbek Omuraliyev Omuraliyev also emphasized that the combined GDP of Turkic-speaking countries amounts to 2.1 trillion dollars, while the total trade volume reaches 1.1 trillion dollars. He noted that this joint economic growth is "dynamically developing." The Secretary General pointed out the existence of strategic partnerships between most Turkic-speaking countries and the European Union, adding that it is time to expand ties beyond bilateral frameworks.
A raid was conducted in the Alamedin district, organized by inspectors from the Regional Administration for Bishkek and the Alamedin district of the State Service for Environmental and Technical Supervision of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision. During the event, held in conjunction with the Alamedin District Department of Internal Affairs of Chui region, cases of pasture damage caused by the use of enduro motorcycles were recorded.
- From January to August 2025, various dynamics in coal production were observed in Kyrgyzstan. This is confirmed by official statistical reports. The volume of coal mined during this period amounted to 281.2 thousand tons, which is 32% less than in the same period of the previous year, when 413.3 thousand tons were mined.
The Ministry of Nature reported on the results of raids during which citizens engaged in illegal hunting were identified in the Chuy, Jalal-Abad, and Osh regions. This was announced by the press service of the agency. On October 18, in the Kok-Art Gorge, inspectors from the Jalal-Abad regional office of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service detained I.B., a resident of the village of Turk-Abad in the Barpy rural district, who was hunting without a permit. He was fined 12,500 soms