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Folk Legends: The Guy Died a Day After Bringing a Gold Ring from the Grave at the Jailoo Kelin-Tash

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, there is a pasture known as Kelin-Tash. A Turmush correspondent has gathered interesting legends associated with its name. This pasture is located in a high mountain gorge on the territory of Kara-Suu, in the southern part of the village of Bayetovo. At Kelin-Tash, you can see tall fir trees, various herbaceous plants, as well as wild animals such as ibex and mountain rams.

16.12.2025, 10:13
Terrorist Attack in Magdeburg: Germany Deports Suspect from Central Asia
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Terrorist Attack in Magdeburg: Germany Deports Suspect from Central Asia

In Germany, a 21-year-old suspect has been detained, who is believed to have been preparing a terrorist attack at the Christmas market in Magdeburg. According to information provided by DW, he is set to be deported. Photo from the archive. On the evening of December 20, 2024, an SUV drove into a crowd at the Christmas market in the center of Magdeburg

16.12.2025, 10:11
The Mayor of Bishkek handed 200,000 soms to a city resident for surgery
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The Mayor of Bishkek handed 200,000 soms to a city resident for surgery

In the run-up to the New Year holidays, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, handed over a certificate for 200,000 soms to city resident Nasiyat Bekmyrzaeva. This contribution from the mayor's reserve fund is aimed at financing the necessary medical surgery for the resident. The event took place during the ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree of the country, held at Ala-Too Square.

16.12.2025, 10:06
Incidents

A citizen of a foreign state detained on suspicion of theft

In the Alamudun district police department, a statement was received from a citizen D.G., born in 1980, requesting assistance in connection with a theft. According to her, on November 27, an unknown individual broke into her store "D" in the village of Tash-Dobo through a window, from where he stole 25,000 soms and tobacco products worth more than 200,000 soms, after which he fled the scene of the crime. This information was announced by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs

16.12.2025, 10:05
In Kyrgyzstan, video cameras have been installed at 54 slaughterhouses and 5 livestock markets.
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In Kyrgyzstan, video cameras have been installed at 54 slaughterhouses and 5 livestock markets.

The Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance Service of Kyrgyzstan is gradually implementing a video surveillance system aimed at enhancing veterinary and phytosanitary safety. According to the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic, cameras have currently been installed at 54 slaughterhouses and 5 livestock markets, as well as in one veterinary and sanitary expert laboratory (VSEL) in the Moscow district. To date, a total of 23 video cameras are actively functioning, providing

16.12.2025, 09:59
Zelensky: We currently have different positions with the USA regarding the division of territories
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Zelensky: We currently have different positions with the USA regarding the division of territories

Volodymyr Zelensky According to Zelensky, some issues regarding the peace plan are complex, especially concerning territories. He described this topic as "principled and painful" for Ukraine. At a joint press conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, the President of Ukraine noted: "We have already discussed the issues regarding territories enough. At the moment, my colleagues and I have different positions, but I hope they heard my point of view."

16.12.2025, 09:59
Local news / Exclusive

In the Uzgen District, a "voucher" group has been launched for children from needy families.

In the rural district of Myrza-Ake in the Uzgen region, a "voucher" group has been opened, as reported by Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the village administration, to the Turmush correspondent. According to him, the pilot project of the "voucher" group was launched as part of the initiative "Strong Region — in a Developing Country" ("Өнүгүп жаткан өлкөдө – күчтүү аймак") and is being implemented with the support of the Myrza-Ake village council at

16.12.2025, 09:58
Local news / Cultural news

The Russian Drama Theater from Kyrgyzstan became a laureate of the international award "Star of the Theater" in Moscow.

At the XVIII International Audience Award "Star of the Theater," held at the Vakhtangov Theater in Moscow, the National Russian Drama Theater named after Chyngyz Aitmatov from Kyrgyzstan was honored with a prestigious award. This theater won in the category "Best Russian Theater Abroad," surpassing such groups as the Russian Theater "Ostrov" in Cyprus (Limassol) and the Theater Studio of Yulia Vashchenko from Valencia, Spain.

16.12.2025, 09:58
Economy

Central Asia Shows Rapid Growth in Intra-Regional Investments - EDB

According to the Eurasian Development Bank, in 2023, intra-regional investments in Central Asia significantly increased, reaching $1.3 billion, which is 42% more compared to the previous year. The main areas of activity are construction, manufacturing, and the financial sector, which accounted for 80% of the total investment volume. The most significant contributions come from Kazakhstan with $9.4 billion and Uzbekistan with $10.7 billion in incoming investments.

16.12.2025, 09:57
"Weekend Fair" in Bishkek Shares Kindness with Social Institutions
Economy

"Weekend Fair" in Bishkek Shares Kindness with Social Institutions

At the fair, a new tradition was introduced: "boxes of kindness" were placed between the rows of trading tents, where sellers and buyers can put food, vegetables, and fruits. The next day, activists prepare pilaf and form a "kindness squad" to deliver it to the city's social institutions. The first to receive assistance were Professional Lyceum No. 3 and the municipal social stationary institution "Umut" for elderly people with disabilities.

16.12.2025, 09:53
Local news / Exclusive

What will the main New Year's tree of the Naryn region be like this year — the municipality shared details about the preparations

A festive atmosphere is actively being created in the T. Usubaliev Square in Naryn. During these days, the installation and decoration of a 12-meter Christmas tree is taking place there. This tree, which is 4.5 meters wide, was purchased in 2019 for 1.5 million soms allocated from the local budget. This year, the installation is taking place for the seventh time, and its cost amounted to 1 million soms.

16.12.2025, 09:40
Local news / Cultural news

The premiere of the documentary film series "Kochmon Handicrafts" will take place in Bishkek.

On December 17, a presentation of a new cycle of documentary films titled "Köçmön Kol Önörchülügü" will take place in Bishkek, which includes 15 separate parts. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The project is created under the direction of director Gulnur Kanat and aims to showcase the traditional craft skills of the Kyrgyz people. The films utilize modern 3D animations to create vibrant introductions.

16.12.2025, 09:27
Myrlan Dyldaev: "A Strong University is Impossible Without Strong Teachers"
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Myrlan Dyldaev: "A Strong University is Impossible Without Strong Teachers"

Bishkek State University named after K. Karasaev actively prepares specialists in areas such as Eastern and Western languages, international relations, ecology, information technology, and artificial intelligence. In an interview with VB.KG, the rector, Doctor of Geographical Sciences and Professor Myrlan Mukhtarovich Dyldaev, spoke about the need for simultaneous interpreters, changes in the higher education system, and the future of the youth of Kyrgyzstan.

16.12.2025, 09:25
Local news

In the Sokuluk District, a property worth 43 million soms was returned to the state

In the Sokuluk district, a regulating reservoir worth 43 million soms has been returned. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. During an inspection conducted by the district prosecutor's office, it was established that this reservoir, located in the village of Aral of the Sary-Ozon rural administration and covering an area of 12.3 hectares, was illegally transferred to private hands by the former leadership of the Kropetskaya rural administration

16.12.2025, 09:25
Local news / Exclusive

In the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, a woodcutter stopped a man with a single glance

The threatening gaze of the boar made the local resident stop near a herd of wild boars. In one of the mountain gorges of the Moscow district in the Chuy region, a local resident named Azamat noticed a large herd of wild boars. Almost two dozen pigs and piglets were foraging on the slope, digging through the snow in search of roots and larvae. When Azamat decided to approach them on horseback, his attention was drawn to a huge boar, carefully watching him from under a fir tree. At that moment,

16.12.2025, 09:24
Ishenbay Kadyrbekov on the capital's master plan: more questions than answers
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Ishenbay Kadyrbekov on the capital's master plan: more questions than answers

The topic of the General Plan for Bishkek is back on the agenda. This document will serve as the foundation for the development of the capital for the coming decades. In early December, the city hall announced that hearings would be held on materials prepared by the Saint Petersburg Institute of Prospective Urban Development. However, from the very beginning of the discussions, numerous questions arose — from the format of the hearings to the essence of the presented document. Ishenbay

16.12.2025, 09:22
The doctor explained how to preserve vision while working on a computer daily.
Health / Exclusive

The doctor explained how to preserve vision while working on a computer daily.

Nowadays, many people spend five to ten hours a day in front of various devices, leading to an increase in cases of digital eye strain. Pediatric ophthalmologist, Doctor of Medical Sciences, and Professor Igor Aznauryan, who heads the Union of Children's Eye Clinics "Clear Vision," discussed how to minimize the negative effects of working on a computer and maintain eye health in an interview with Lenta.ru. According to the expert, many gadget users complain of symptoms such as

16.12.2025, 09:19
Local news / Cultural news

At the Russian Drama Theater, the premiere of the comedy "Holiday for a Million" will take place before the New Year.

On the stage of the Russian Drama Theater named after Chyngyz Aitmatov, on December 27, the audience will be able to see the premiere of the comedy "Holiday for a Million." According to the theater's information, the cast includes actors Vyacheslav Vittiх, Mikhail Kalyuzhny, Nina Chernysheva, Maxim Lisovsky, Vera Stepanova, Elista Kozyreva, and Anton Mulyukin.

16.12.2025, 09:15
Turkish military shot down a drone over the Black Sea that "lost control"
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Turkish military shot down a drone over the Black Sea that "lost control"

Illustrative photo The malfunctioning drone was spotted by the military as it began to approach the Turkish border. According to ministry representatives, the drone was initially under observation, but a decision was later made to destroy it. The agency clarified that F-16 fighter jets, operated by NATO and national command, were ordered to respond to ensure the safety of the airspace. As a result, it was determined that the unmanned aerial vehicle had lost control and posed a threat. It was

16.12.2025, 09:13
Local news / Exclusive

Cases of Sexual Violence Against Children Registered in Naryn — Some Cases Remain Unaddressed

This year, there have been 5 incidents of sexual violence against children in Naryn, of which only two cases have led to criminal proceedings. This was reported by Gulmira Sultanalieva, head of the Naryn inter-district labor, social protection, and migration department. According to Sultanalieva, the rights of 38 minors have been violated in Naryn, while in the Naryn district, 19 children have been affected. Of the five registered cases of sexual violence, two were classified as harassment;

16.12.2025, 09:13
Local news / Exclusive

Two Children's Playgrounds with Workout Areas Opened in Chayka

In the village of Chayek, located in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, the construction of two children's playgrounds has been completed. They are situated in the neighborhoods "Avtobaza" and "16" and include modern pull-up bars, parallel bars, and horizontal bars, as reported by representatives of the Chayek Ayil Okmotu. According to local authorities, the implementation of the projects was financed from the district development fund. The construction of the

16.12.2025, 09:12
In the Sokuluk District, a regulating reservoir worth 43 million soms has been returned to the state.
Local news / Exclusive

In the Sokuluk District, a regulating reservoir worth 43 million soms has been returned to the state.

In the Sokuluk district, according to the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan, a regulating reservoir worth 43 million soms has been returned. This reservoir, covering an area of 12.3 hectares and located in the village of Aral of the Sary-Ozon rural administration, was transferred to private hands in 2005-2006 in violation of the legislation when it was managed by the former rural administration named after Krupskaya.

16.12.2025, 09:12
Economy

At slaughterhouses and livestock markets, the video surveillance system is being expanded

The Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance Service has begun the phased implementation of a video surveillance system at slaughterhouses and livestock markets to enhance veterinary and phytosanitary safety. This was reported on the website of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry. Currently, surveillance cameras have been installed at 54 slaughterhouses and 5 markets, as well as in one veterinary and sanitary expert laboratory (VSEL) in the Moscow

16.12.2025, 09:11
Clean water supplied to the "Ken-Sai" residential area: the mayor of Osh tried it
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Clean water supplied to the "Ken-Sai" residential area: the mayor of Osh tried it

In the southern capital of Kyrgyzstan, in the residential area of "Ken-Sai," a significant infrastructure project has been completed, which involved the construction of pumping stations, the laying of water pipes, and the creation of a new water reservoir. This was reported by the press service of the Osh mayor's office. A modern pumping station No. 1 with a capacity of 300 cubic meters of water per hour has been built in the area of the Ak-Tilek bypass road. The second pumping

16.12.2025, 09:09
Zhakshylyq Myrzabekov entered the top-8 of the P4P ACA ranking
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Zhakshylyq Myrzabekov entered the top-8 of the P4P ACA ranking

Kyrgyz mixed martial arts fighter Jaksylik Myrzabekov has risen to eighth place in the overall ranking of the best ACA fighters, regardless of their weight categories (P4P). This success was made possible by his recent victory, which earned him the interim championship title in the welterweight division.

16.12.2025, 09:09
Ukraine stated that it blew up a Russian submarine in the port of Novorossiysk. Russia responded that the sabotage attempt "did not achieve its goals."
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Ukraine stated that it blew up a Russian submarine in the port of Novorossiysk. Russia responded that the sabotage attempt "did not achieve its goals."

screenshot from SBU video According to information provided by the Security Service of Ukraine, Ukrainian underwater drones "Sub Sea Baby" successfully attacked the Russian submarine of the 636.3 class "Varshavyanka" (or Kilo according to NATO classification), which was located in the port of Novorossiysk. The SBU claims that the video published on social media shows the alleged explosion of the underwater vessel. As noted in the SBU reports, as a result of the incident,

16.12.2025, 09:05
Embassy of Kyrgyzstan Established in Egypt
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Embassy of Kyrgyzstan Established in Egypt

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov has signed a decree to establish an embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Arab Republic of Egypt. According to the decree, the aim of this step is to develop political, economic, scientific, and cultural ties between Kyrgyzstan and Egypt. This decision is based on paragraph 10 of Article 4 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Interaction of State Bodies in the Field of Foreign Policy" and part 2 of Article 5 of the Law "On Diplomatic

16.12.2025, 08:58
Local news / Exclusive

In the Alamedin District, assistance was provided to 156 citizens with disabilities as part of the month-long campaign.

In the Alamudun district, located in the Chui region, assistance was provided to various citizens with disabilities, as reported by the district state administration to the Turmush correspondent. In accordance with the resolution "On the annual celebration of the International Day for the Protection of Children, the Elderly, and Persons with Disabilities in Kyrgyzstan," from November 15 to December 15 of this year, within the framework of the "We Are Together!" ("Биз

16.12.2025, 08:58
Local news

Elections-2025. Zhyldyzkan Zholdoshova and Yrgal Kadyralieva appealed to the Supreme Court

Candidates for deputies, Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova from district No. 8 and Yrgal Kadyralieva from district No. 9, have appealed to the Supreme Court to contest the verdicts of the Bishkek Administrative Court. Recall that Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova, who received the highest number of votes and entered parliament through the women's quota, faced issues. The district electoral commission recognized the presence of violations at polling stations No. 5514 and 5249, which led to the annulment of the

16.12.2025, 08:56
Kyrgyzstan Remains Among the Largest Importers of Cars from South Korea
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Kyrgyzstan Remains Among the Largest Importers of Cars from South Korea

According to the latest data, the USA has become the largest importer of passenger cars from South Korea in the first 11 months of 2025, with a total supply volume of $27.5 billion. Canada ranks second with $5.05 billion, followed by Kyrgyzstan with $3 billion. Russia occupies the 11th position in this ranking. From January to November 2025, Russia imported passenger cars from South Korea worth over $1 million, which is the highest figure since 2021. This data was published in an analysis by

16.12.2025, 08:55
Suspect in Donnarumma's home attack commits suicide
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Suspect in Donnarumma's home attack commits suicide

Tragic news has come from Le Parisien: one of the suspects in the robbery that took place at Donnarumma's home committed suicide in the Fren prison in May 2024. This crime occurred on the night of July 20 to 21, 2023, when Donnarumma and his wife became victims of an attack.

16.12.2025, 08:50
Exclusive

The president's representative in the Osh region has a new assistant

Arzi uulu Azizbek has been appointed as the assistant to the authorized representative of the president in the Osh region. According to the information from the representative office, this personnel decision was made by the presidential representative Amanakan Kenjebayev, and on December 15, 2025, an official presentation of the new assistant took place for the region's activists.

16.12.2025, 08:45
The U.S. Offers Ukraine Security Guarantees, Trying to Break the Deadlock in Peace Talks — Media
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The U.S. Offers Ukraine Security Guarantees, Trying to Break the Deadlock in Peace Talks — Media

On the second day of negotiations in Berlin, the USA outlined its commitments, which are expected to be challenged by Russian officials. This could be a significant step towards resolving one of the main obstacles for Ukraine on its path to signing a peace agreement with Russia. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz noted: “The legal and material guarantees proposed by the USA are indeed impressive. This is important progress, which I welcome with pleasure.”

16.12.2025, 08:23
In the world / Exclusive

Trump filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC

In a lawsuit filed in federal court in Miami, Trump is seeking damages of up to $10 billion, claiming that the BBC distorted his words in the documentary "Panorama," which aired ahead of the 2024 elections. He insists that the editing led viewers to believe he was urging his supporters to storm the Capitol. In the film, his statements about the march on the Capitol and the phrase "fight like hell" were edited together, while the part where he called for peaceful protests was

16.12.2025, 08:08
Son of director Rob Reiner and his wife detained on suspicion of murder
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Son of director Rob Reiner and his wife detained on suspicion of murder

Rob Reiner and his son Nick. Photo by Getty Images. After Rob Reiner and his wife Michelle were found dead in their home in Los Angeles, their son Nick was arrested. This information was reported by the "Russian service of the BBC," citing data from the Los Angeles police. The bodies of the Reiners were discovered on December 14, Sunday, and law enforcement is treating the incident as a possible homicide.

16.12.2025, 08:05
Exclusive

On the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart Road, 2 accidents occurred — eyewitnesses sent videos

On the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart highway, two traffic accidents have been recorded, one of which occurred in the Kemin district, and the other in the city of Tokmok, located in the Chui region. According to eyewitness accounts, on the night of December 14 to 15, around 02:15, a collision occurred between a passenger car and a freight vehicle on a section of road in the Kemin district.

16.12.2025, 08:02
Health / Exclusive

In Naryn Region, 18 new cases of HIV infection were identified, three among foreigners

As of today, 18 new cases of HIV infection have been identified in the Naryn region, three of which involve foreign citizens. According to information presented at the regional board meeting, the first case of AIDS was recorded in the region in 2005. Since then, 316 patients have been registered, of which 80, unfortunately, have passed away. Among people living with HIV, 64.3% are men and 36% are women.

16.12.2025, 07:58
Local news

The EU noted significant progress by Kyrgyzstan in exiting the aviation blacklist

The State Agency for Civil Aviation of Kyrgyzstan has received an official letter from the European Commission and the European Union Aviation Safety Committee, acknowledging the significant progress made by the country in the field of aviation safety in 2025. This document highlights reforms in legislation, strengthening of institutional capacity, an increase in the number of inspectors, and the implementation of modern control procedures, said Daniyar Bostono, the head of the agency. This is

16.12.2025, 07:57