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Full text of Trump's statement on the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei. Iran in mourning (updated)
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Full text of Trump's statement on the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei. Iran in mourning (updated)

President of the United States Donald Trump made a loud statement regarding the elimination of Iranian Ayatollah Khamenei. Below is the full text of his message published on the Truth Social platform: "There has never been a more evil man in history than Khamenei, who is now dead. This is not only justice for the Iranian people but also for all those Americans and citizens of other countries who have died or suffered from the actions of his regime. He could not hide from our intelligence

01.03.2026, 10:58
In the world

Dubai Airport (DXB) was attacked by an Iranian drone

On the evening of March 1, an Iranian-origin drone attacked Dubai International Airport (DXB). Eyewitnesses describe the panic that erupted in the building, resulting in injuries to people. Immediately after the strike, hundreds of passengers hurriedly evacuated the building, many leaving their belongings right on the floor.

01.03.2026, 10:43
In the world

In Iran, the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has been confirmed

According to Iranian state agencies Tasnim, IRNA, ISNA, Mehr, and Fars, Khamenei was killed at his residence on February 28. Following his death, the Iranian government declared a 40-day mourning period and seven days of public holidays. He had held the position of Supreme Leader of the country for the past 37 years.

01.03.2026, 10:37
How the Afghan-Pakistani Conflict Is Isolating Iran
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How the Afghan-Pakistani Conflict Is Isolating Iran

The situation along the Durand Line, which stretches 2,600 kilometers of challenging terrain, may prove significant not only for the two countries. According to The Wall Street Journal, the U.S. administration views the current escalation of conflicts as a means to create a "sanitary cordon" around Iran. With Western fleets controlling maritime routes in the Persian Gulf, the land corridor through Afghan and Pakistani territories has remained the only reliable route for China to

01.03.2026, 10:37
Iran will be temporarily governed by a council that includes President Masoud Pezeshkian
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Iran will be temporarily governed by a council that includes President Masoud Pezeshkian

Masoud Pezeshkian It should be noted that earlier the IRNA news agency also reported the death of Ayatollah Khamenei's advisor — Secretary of the Defense Council Ali Shamkhani and the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Mohammad Pakpour. Additionally, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei passed away on the morning of February 28 as a result of a joint airstrike organized by the USA and Israel on Tehran. This information has been officially confirmed by Iranian

01.03.2026, 10:31
Health

Signs of Parkinson's Disease May Manifest in Hair, Study Finds

Specialists from China have come to an interesting conclusion about Parkinson's disease, discovering that its symptoms may manifest in the condition of hair. During the study, they analyzed hair samples from 60 patients and compared them with data from healthy individuals of the same age. The results of the work were published in the journal iScience. Participants with Parkinson's disease showed reduced levels of copper and iron in their hair, as well as increased concentrations of

01.03.2026, 10:18
The Minister of Health visited the National Hospital and the Scientific Center for Human Reproduction in Bishkek
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The Minister of Health visited the National Hospital and the Scientific Center for Human Reproduction in Bishkek

On February 28, 2026, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Damirbek Osmonov, visited several medical institutions in Bishkek. During the visit, he familiarized himself with the conditions of medical service provision, the state of infrastructure, and current challenges in the healthcare sector, as reported by the ministry's press service. At the National Hospital, Osmonov inspected the work of the emergency medical department and facilities that are currently under renovation.

01.03.2026, 10:14
Who was Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who led Iran for 36 years?
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Who was Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who led Iran for 36 years?

On February 28, 2026, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who had led Iran since 1989, was killed in a joint strike by the USA and Israel on Tehran. Ali Khamenei was a prominent Iranian politician and religious leader who became the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic more than three decades ago.

01.03.2026, 10:09
Full text of Trump's statement on the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei
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Full text of Trump's statement on the death of Supreme Leader Khamenei

President of the United States Donald Trump announced the death of Iranian Ayatollah Khamenei. Here is his message on the Truth Social platform: "Khamenei, one of the most evil people in history, is dead. This is not only justice for the people of Iran but also for all great Americans and people from many countries who were killed or maimed by Khamenei and his gang of bloodthirsty thugs. He could not escape our intelligence and high-tech surveillance systems, and, working closely with

01.03.2026, 10:01
In Kazakhstan, a biocoating has been created that extends the freshness of meat threefold
Economy

In Kazakhstan, a biocoating has been created that extends the freshness of meat threefold

Kazakh researchers have made a significant step in the field of food technology by presenting an innovative method for storing chilled poultry meat. The antimicrobial coating developed at the Kazakh Research Institute of Processing and Food Industry allows meat to stay fresh for up to 20 days at a temperature of approximately 0 degrees. This is three times longer than standard storage periods, and the technology completely eliminates the use of harmful nitrates and nitrites.

01.03.2026, 09:54
The Muftiate of Kyrgyzstan has addressed citizens regarding the situation in the Middle East
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The Muftiate of Kyrgyzstan has addressed citizens regarding the situation in the Middle East

The Spiritual Administration of Muslims calls on citizens to remain calm Due to the worsening situation in the Middle Eastern region, flights intended for performing Umrah have been suspended, creating force majeure conditions. This is stated in the official statement of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK). DUMK has appealed to those citizens who are currently in Mecca and Medina for the minor pilgrimage, urging them to be patient and follow the instructions of their

01.03.2026, 09:35
News / Education news

1.5 Million Students Study in Kyrgyzstan Schools

In 2025, the construction and major renovation of 117 educational institutions was completed, reports Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, at a republican meeting on February 27. Of this number, 76 facilities were built from scratch, while 41 underwent major renovations.

01.03.2026, 09:34
Nurzat Nurtayeva became the silver medalist of the "Muhamet Malo" ranking tournament
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Nurzat Nurtayeva became the silver medalist of the "Muhamet Malo" ranking tournament

72kg WW - Nurzat Nurtayeva (KGZ) defeated Alexandria Junis Gload (USA) At the tournament in Tirana, Nurzat Nurtayeva demonstrated confident wrestling, winning a silver medal in the under 72 kg category. In her first match, she achieved victory over Daniela Brasnarova from Bulgaria, leaving no chances for her opponent, finishing the bout with a score of 10:0. In the second round, Nurzat ended the match by fall against Indian athlete Reshma Mane, leading with a score of 4:0. In her third bout,

01.03.2026, 09:33
Antarctic glacier lost half of its ice in two months — a record in the history of observations
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Antarctic glacier lost half of its ice in two months — a record in the history of observations

Research has shown that the cause of such rapid destruction is the flat rocky foundation beneath the glacier. During the melting process, extensive areas of ice detached from the bottom and floated to the ocean surface. Once afloat, the ice was subjected to powerful oceanic forces, leading to the formation of cracks connecting the base of the glacier to its surface. This triggered a chain reaction, resulting in the massive calving of icebergs. Seismic sensors recorded tremors confirming the

01.03.2026, 09:29
The IRGC announced the start of a large-scale offensive operation against Israel and U.S. bases.
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The IRGC announced the start of a large-scale offensive operation against Israel and U.S. bases.

At the mausoleum of Hazrat Masume, Iranians chant "Death to America!" and "Death to Israel!". The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran has announced plans to strike at Israel and U.S. military facilities, marking a new phase in their military strategy. It was also recently officially confirmed that Ali Khamenei, the leader of Iran, and several members of his family have passed away.

01.03.2026, 09:20
Umrah. Kyrgyzstan has created a headquarters for the return of citizens due to the escalation in the Middle East.
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Umrah. Kyrgyzstan has created a headquarters for the return of citizens due to the escalation in the Middle East.

In response to the worsening situation in the Middle Eastern region, a temporary interdepartmental headquarters has been established in Kyrgyzstan to address the issues of returning citizens to their homeland. This was reported by the Umrah department of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan. As explained by this organization, the current situation in the Middle East has significantly deteriorated, leading to the suspension of flights intended for performing the

01.03.2026, 09:18
Why Pakistan and the "Taliban" Chose the Language of Rockets Again
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Why Pakistan and the "Taliban" Chose the Language of Rockets Again

The border between Pakistan and Afghanistan has once again become the center of military actions. Just a few months after a relative lull, Islamabad and Kabul have resumed active confrontation. The cause of the new escalation was the airstrikes by the Pakistani Air Force, which struck the territories of the Khost and Paktika provinces on February 22, 2026. Islamabad claims that the targets of the attacks were bases of the TTP (Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan) terrorist group, but Kabul perceived

01.03.2026, 09:12
March 1st in some regions of Mongolia, air temperature will fluctuate between -35°C and -40°C
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March 1st in some regions of Mongolia, air temperature will fluctuate between -35°C and -40°C

Mongolian Horses // photo: ©Batzaya Choijiljav On March 1, predominantly cloudy weather is expected in the country. Nighttime snowfalls are possible in the central and northern regions of the eastern aimags, while during the day, snow is expected in the northern parts of the western aimags and in some areas of the Gobi, as well as in the eastern aimags. No precipitation is forecasted in other places. According to meteorological data, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on March 1, 2026, the country will

01.03.2026, 09:06
GKNB: Teenagers in Kyrgyzstan Are Being Recruited into Terrorism via Social Media
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GKNB: Teenagers in Kyrgyzstan Are Being Recruited into Terrorism via Social Media

In Kyrgyzstan, alarming trends have been recorded: over the past six months, there have been mass cases of recruitment of teenagers into the ranks of radicals. The main method used by recruiters is the use of social networks and messengers, leading to a critical situation: several minors have been detained while in the process of preparing terrorist acts. Some of them were studying instructions on how to create explosive devices, while others were caught while making explosives. Law

01.03.2026, 08:50
In Bishkek, a man broke the car window and stole a bag
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In Bishkek, a man broke the car window and stole a bag

The suspect has been detained and placed in a temporary detention facility. On February 24, the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department received a report of theft from a citizen M.M., as reported by the press service of the Bishkek City Department of Internal Affairs. According to him, on the night of February 23 to 24, around 02:30, in the parking lot of the "Garden Hotel," the perpetrator broke the rear window of a "Lexus RX" and took a "Stefano" bag

01.03.2026, 08:48
Week-24. The General's Meteor Shower, and what is being demolished again in the center of Bishkek
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Week-24. The General's Meteor Shower, and what is being demolished again in the center of Bishkek

Important personnel changes have occurred in Kyrgyzstan, as generals received new ranks. The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Ulan Niyazbekov, became a police general, while his colleague Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov, who headed the State National Security Committee (GKNB), became a lieutenant general. Along with him, new deputies also received the rank of major general. While some rejoiced at the appointments, others left their positions. For example, Bakyt Torobaev, who held the position

01.03.2026, 08:43
Kazakhstan has transitioned its law enforcement agencies to a round-the-clock mode due to the escalation of the situation around Iran
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Kazakhstan has transitioned its law enforcement agencies to a round-the-clock mode due to the escalation of the situation around Iran

In response to the current situation, all law enforcement agencies in the country have been switched to a 24-hour operational mode. A special monitoring group has also been established under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to monitor the developments. Regional akims have been instructed to take necessary measures in accordance with the current situation in the Middle East.

01.03.2026, 08:31
Sports

Wrestling Tournament in Albania. Nurzat Nurtayeva Wins Silver

At a recent ranking wrestling tournament in Albania, Kyrgyz athlete Nurzat Nurtayeva won a silver medal, as reported by United World Wrestling (UWW). In the final match in the under 72-kilogram category, Nurzat was defeated by Kazakh wrestler Zhamila Bakbergenova.

01.03.2026, 08:02
Local news

What will March 2026 be like in Kyrgyzstan? Weather forecast

According to Kyrgyzhydromet, the following temperature regime is expected for March 2026. At night, in some regions, the temperature may drop: in the Issyk-Kul region - down to -9 °C; in the Batken, Osh, and Jalal-Abad regions - down to -10 °C; in the Talas region - down to -11 °C; in the Chui region - down to -13 °C; in the Naryn region - down to -18 °C. During the day in March, the temperature may rise: in the Naryn region - up to +18 °C; in the Issyk-Kul region - up to +19 °C; in the Talas

01.03.2026, 07:58
Incidents

Attack on Iran. Media report the death of the daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter of Ayatollah Khamenei.

According to information received from the Fars agency, the daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei have died as a result of recent events. The agency, which is closely linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, does not disclose details about the tragic incident but confirms that three members of the Khamenei family have died.

01.03.2026, 07:03
Former speaker, deputy speaker, and other individuals have been expelled from the members of the Mongolian People's Party
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Former speaker, deputy speaker, and other individuals have been expelled from the members of the Mongolian People's Party

top row, left: Bulgantuyaa and Amarbayasgalan bottom row, left: Amundra and Tavinbekh Parliament Speaker Uchral Nyam-Osor stated that the Mongolian People's Party is starting an internal fight against corruption. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. At the conference of the Mongolian People's Party (MPP), Speaker Uchral Nyam-Osor presented a report on the expulsion of several key figures from the party. This decision concerns former parliament speaker Amarbayasgalan Dashzevge,

01.03.2026, 06:56
The number of casualties from the strike on the girls' school in Iran has risen to 108
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The number of casualties from the strike on the girls' school in Iran has risen to 108

// Reuters According to the Iranian Red Crescent, the death toll from the strike on the girls' school in Minab has reached 108. Rescue operations and debris removal are currently ongoing. A day of mourning has been declared in Hormozgan province on Sunday. The missile strike on the educational institution was carried out on Saturday afternoon; the building was located 600 meters from the facilities of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Earlier, the Iranian Ministry of Education

01.03.2026, 06:43
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's maritime oil supplies pass
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Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world's maritime oil supplies pass

The Iranian side reported that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned ships in the area that passage through the strait had become unsafe due to military actions initiated by the United States and Israel, as well as Tehran's retaliatory actions, according to the Tasnim agency. According to the Iranian Red Crescent, more than 200 people have died and about 750 have been injured as a result of strikes across 24 provinces of the country.

01.03.2026, 06:36
Media reported on the death of family members of the Supreme Leader of Iran
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Media reported on the death of family members of the Supreme Leader of Iran

According to information obtained from informed sources of the Fars agency, which is linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, a tragic incident recently occurred. As a result of the strike, the daughter, son-in-law, granddaughter, and wife of one of the sons of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, were killed. This information has not yet been officially confirmed. Previously, Donald Trump also made a statement about the death of Ali Khamenei.

01.03.2026, 06:24