Kyrgyz boxer Omar Livaza has successfully reached the semifinals of the world championship taking place in the United Arab Emirates. The tournament, organized under the auspices of the IBA, is currently being held in Dubai.
At the Central Asian Cyber Legal Forum, the Minister of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies, Azamat Zhamangulov, stated that legal regulation in Kyrgyzstan represents a weak link in the process of implementing artificial intelligence and digital technologies. He noted that the Digital Code has been signed by the president, which is supposed to address many issues related to technological progress. However, the existing bureaucratic procedures for adopting new laws are lagging behind
In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision strongly recommends refraining from launching New Year's fireworks. This decision is related to the negative impact of pyrotechnics on air quality, especially during the winter period when, due to temperature inversions, the level of pollutants can significantly increase. Additionally, the use of pyrotechnic products leads to the generation of a large amount of solid waste and increases the risk of fires.
A group suspected of illegally legalizing over 53,000 migrants has been detained in the capital of Russia. The information was provided by the Public Relations Center of the FSB of Russia. It has been reported that the FSB's Moscow and Moscow Region Department has suspended the activities of this criminal group, which was engaged in the illegal legalization of migrants.
The countries aim to increase trade volume During his visit to Baku, Bakyt Torobaev held discussions with representatives of the Azerbaijani authorities and the business community regarding the supply of petroleum products to Kyrgyzstan and the possibility of expanding trade between the two countries, as reported by the government of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has made an official statement regarding the recent decision of the Constitutional Court on the death penalty. The situation with the increasing crimes against women and children, including murders, has caused widespread public resonance in the country.
On December 11, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan made a statement regarding the resolution of the Constitutional Court. It was noted that recent cases of the brutal murders of women and children have shocked society. In this regard, the country's president, concerned about the rising statistics of such crimes, took control of the case regarding the murder of a 17-year-old girl from Karakol and instructed the responsible authorities to propose amendments to the legislation
The National Historical Museum held a training seminar for the staff of the national historical and memorial complex "Ata-Beyit." This event was initiated by the management of the complex with the aim of enhancing the qualifications of specialists. The seminar was led by Ömürbek Samudинов, who holds the position of head of the museum education, enlightenment, and scientific-methodological work department at the NIM. He presented various approaches and methods of museum activities to
On December 13, the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev will hold a lecture dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the country's first art gallery and the historical aspects of museum work in Kyrgyzstan. The history of this important cultural institution began in 1934, when artist Semyon Chuykov, founding the Union of Artists of the Kyrgyz Republic, proposed creating an art collection. As a result, in January 1935, the gallery opened its doors in the renovated
The incident occurred on December 11, 2025, at around 00:25 in the 11th microdistrict, when the Oktyabrsky District Police Department received a report of domestic violence.
The leadership, the Veterans Council, and the entire staff of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic express deep sorrow over the loss of Colonel Erkinbek Chakanovich Makanbaev, who passed away on December 11, 2025. They extend their heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased. Erkinbek Chakanovich was born in 1972 in the village of Kyzyl-Senir, located in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region. In 1994, he graduated from the Osh Higher
Due to violations of environmental standards, two companies in Bishkek have temporarily suspended their operations. This information was announced by the press service of the municipal inspection of the city mayor's office. Inspection specialists went to the sites after receiving numerous complaints from residents concerned about the thick black smoke rising from the enterprises' premises.
The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic has called on local authorities and state organizations to refrain from using pyrotechnics during the New Year holidays. This appeal is related to the negative impact of fireworks on air quality, especially in winter, when temperature inversions significantly increase the level of pollutants. Additionally, the use of pyrotechnics leads to the generation of a large volume of solid waste and increases the
Australia has recently implemented the world's first law prohibiting the use of social media for children and teenagers under 16 years old. The main goal of this ban is to protect young people from cyberbullying, sexual exploitation, and negative content that can affect their mental health. While other countries are also considering similar initiatives, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) warns that age restrictions alone are not enough to ensure children's safety online,
On December 10, a meeting was held in the "Taberik" hall with the parents of schoolchildren from the Leninsky and Oktyabrsky districts, dedicated to issues of crime prevention among minors and strengthening cooperation between educational institutions and law enforcement agencies. This was reported by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. Vice Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, representatives of law enforcement agencies, and district administrations participated in the event.
The decade of legal assistance in Kyrgyzstan has concluded, which took place from December 2 to 11 in honor of Human Rights Day. This was reported by Akjol Kalbekov, the chairman of the Legal Assistance Service of the Ministry of Justice, at a press conference at the Kabar agency. During the ten days, consultation sites operated across the country where citizens could receive free legal advice on various issues. This initiative involved lawyers, attorneys, civil servants, and representatives
According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), since the beginning of 2025, 2.5 million foreigners have been deported. Of this number, 1.9 million people left voluntarily, taking advantage of the self-deportation program, while 600 thousand migrants were forcibly expelled. This information is reported by RIA Novosti. “In less than a year, 600 thousand illegal immigrants have been deported. Combined with the 1.9 million who opted for self-deportation, the total number of illegal
On December 10, about 200 vehicles were blocked on the 10th kilometer of the Tyup - Kegen highway due to heavy snowfall. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. To quickly resolve the situation, employees of the regional Internal Affairs Department, the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and road services worked together to clear the road using a grader, the police reported.
A video has gone viral on social media showing a schoolboy from Alaykuu walking to school, navigating through snow that at times reaches his waist. Many users, commenting on the video, recalled their childhood when winter conditions forced them to overcome challenging snowy paths on their way to school.
From December 12 to 20, an exhibition titled "MUSEALE-90" will be held in Bishkek, dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the G. Aitiev Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts (KNMFA), as reported by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the announcement, for nine decades, the KNMFA has served as a living, multi-layered organism, simultaneously acting as a repository of artistic heritage and a space for educational leisure, dialogue, and reflection.
The National Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan has been enriched with a unique artifact — an ancient balbal that was found in the Chui Valley. According to information from the Ministry of Culture, archaeologist Kubat Tabaldiev, Doctor of Historical Sciences, officially handed over this stone statue, which had been kept in a private collection for many years.
The competitions took place in Almaty At the athletics competitions in Almaty, which were held from December 5 to 8, athletes from Kyrgyzstan won medals of various merits. This was reported by the Satymkul Jumanazarov Sports School.
At the KNAU Technical and Economic College named after K.I. Skryabin, a solemn award ceremony took place, dedicated to the results of the qualifying stage of the shooting competition with a small-caliber rifle. According to Taalaibek Myrzabaev, a member of the working group responsible for the preparation and conduct of the Spartakiad, this event has become part of the preparation for the final stage of the second Spartakiad for high school students and college students, which will be held in
The vessel, registered under the flag of the Comoros, was moving in Ukraine's exclusive economic zone towards the port of Novorossiysk, with its transponder turned off. The publication also released a video recording of the moment the tanker was struck.
A new institute of paralegals has been established in Kyrgyzstan, as announced at a press conference at the Kabar agency by the Chairman of the Legal Aid Service under the Ministry of Justice, Akjol Kalbekov. According to Kalbekov, the current system does not provide equal access to qualified lawyers in various regions of the country, especially in remote settlements. This became the reason for the introduction of the paralegal institute — specialists who are not lawyers but undergo special
The press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that the temporary restriction on the entry of freight vehicles onto the Osh – Bishkek highway from the "Aral" post has been lifted. This decision was made after restrictions were previously imposed due to adverse weather conditions.
In some areas, the thickness of the ice cover is 2-3 centimeters, which is not enough for safe fishing. According to Nikolai Radchenko, a sport fisherman, "going out on the ice under such conditions is unsafe. A thickness of 8-10 centimeters is required for confident fishing from the ice."
At a press conference at the "Kabar" agency, the Chairman of the Legal Aid Service under the Ministry of Justice, Akzhol Kalbekov, reported on the ongoing relevance of issues related to domestic violence in Kyrgyzstan. According to Kalbekov, the increase in citizen inquiries is attributed to growing trust in the legal aid system provided by the state.
According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, strong winds are expected in Bishkek and the Chui region in the coming days. Gusts of eastern wind may reach 15-20 meters per second. Emergency Situations specialists strongly recommend staying in safe areas during strong wind gusts. In case of an emergency, you should immediately contact the "112" service, which operates around the clock and accepts free calls.
According to local media, the houses collapsed in the evening on Tuesday, and eight families were living in them. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the search for people who may be trapped under the rubble continues. Residents of neighboring buildings have been evacuated for safety.
In Kyrgyzstan, a decision has been made to register adopted children who are citizens of the country with the consular authorities. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the provided information, the order regarding the registration and maintenance of the consular records of Kyrgyz citizens located outside the country has been updated.
On December 8, the National Bank, together with the Association of Legal Entities "Alliance of Exchange Offices," held a seminar for employees of exchange offices. According to information from the regulator, the seminar focused on compliance with the key requirements of the regulations of the National Bank and the laws of the Kyrgyz Republic concerning the prevention of the financing of criminal activities and the legalization (laundering) of proceeds obtained through criminal means.
In Osh, in the rural district of Toloykon, the construction of a multi-story residential complex is planned, for which 2.7 hectares of agricultural land will be transformed. This decision was made by the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the decree, the plot of land, which is privately owned and designated with the number 1309, is changing its category from "agricultural land" to "land for settlements."
The literary event titled "Ынтымак" will take place on December 12 at 14:00 at the Jalal-Abad Regional Kyrgyz Drama Theater named after Barpy. This event is dedicated to National Literature Day. The poet Kudayberdi Arapbaev, better known as Bala Barpy, will perform works by the great poet Barpy Alykulov, with whom he has been acquainted for many years and studies his creativity.
- The reconstruction of the Kyzyl-Zhildyz canal in the Naryn region has been completed, reports the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. During the implementation of the project, a section of the canal measuring 2070 meters was updated, and 13,395 m² of concrete covering was laid.
Illegal constructions are being dismantled along the banks of rivers and canals In Bishkek, according to information from the city hall, 107 thousand tons of garbage have been removed from the Ala-Archa and Alamedin rivers. This work was carried out as part of the first phase of landscaping.
The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a new Regulation on the standards for the sufficiency of own funds for professional participants in the securities market. This decision was signed by the Chairman of the Government, Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the document, the changes are aimed at improving the financial stability and increasing the competitiveness of organizations operating in the securities market. The minimum sizes of the authorized capital for various areas of activity are
Johnny Depp, known for his role in "Pirates of the Caribbean," will be producing the first English-language adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov's "The Master and Margarita." This was reported by Variety. Photo from the archive. The first English-language adaptation of "The Master and Margarita" will be produced by Johnny Depp
According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, traffic restrictions have been lifted on the 506-508 kilometers of the Bishkek – Naryn – Torugart road (Tuz-Bel Pass), and passage is now open again. Currently, the road maintenance enterprise (RME) No. 957 continues to clear the road of snow, as well as to widen the roadway and treat the surface with inert materials.
At the meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council held on December 5, 2025, a project was approved aimed at establishing the production of system units for personal computers with the involvement of a company from the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic.
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Restrictions for heavy vehicles have been lifted on two other passes
A joint meeting of the Coordinating Council, which focuses on the development of youth policy, took place in Kyrgyzstan with the participation of representatives from international organizations. According to the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, key results of the agency's work in the field of youth policy for the year 2025 were presented at the meeting.
In his address, he emphasized the need to preserve mountain ecosystems and promote sustainable development in the regions.
The Department of the Fuel and Energy Complex of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic has provided clarifications regarding the proposed changes to the medium-term tariff policy for electricity, which is in effect until 2030. The agency confirmed that the implementation of differentiated tariffs will not be mandatory for enterprises.
Alexey KOVALENKO, by his own admission, began his criminal activity at the age of seven when he shot an adult man in the face with a sawed-off shotgun during a conflict. His first contract killing took place on August 4, 2006, in Bishkek, where he killed the criminal authority Kanat KADYRMYSHEV. The victim was a close friend of the well-known criminal authority Kamchi (Kamchybek KOLBAEV, killed on October 4, 2023). The next victim was Nurmohammad MIYALITDINOV, known as Baton, and on December
Descendants of the famous blacksmith Esenbay uulu Chada carefully preserve the anvil ("döşü") on which an ancient black rifle was created for Khan Ormon, reports Turmush correspondent. This unique anvil is located with Chada's grandson, Baktybek Asanakunov, who lives in the village of Kara-Talaa, situated in the Ula-Khol of the Ton district.
Trump also added that this day has been "interesting in terms of news." "We just seized a tanker off the Venezuelan coast, it's the largest tanker ever seized," he told reporters at the White House. The President emphasized that the seizure was carried out for a "valid reason," but did not specify the details. He also promised that photos of the operation would be published soon.
