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The USA and Ukraine Discussed the Outcomes of the American Delegation's Visit to Moscow

Illustrative photo During the meeting, the delegation discussed that the next steps towards a peace agreement would depend on Russia's willingness to demonstrate a serious commitment to sustainable peace, including necessary measures for de-escalation and cessation of violence, as stated by the State Department. The State Department also clarified that the parties defined the "framework of security measures" and discussed tools for ensuring sustainable peace, as well as issues

06.12.2025, 15:24

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Over 51,000 Kazakhstanis Declared Bankrupt, – Ministry of Finance

The Deputy Minister emphasized that to date, the bankruptcy procedure has been used more than 51 thousand times, resulting in the cancellation of debts amounting to 188 billion tenge. “Currently, about 300 thousand citizens can apply for bankruptcy, but this remains at the discretion of each individual; we cannot automatically declare everyone bankrupt,” noted Birzhanov.

06.12.2025, 15:22

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From December 8, a drop in temperature is expected in Uzbekistan

From December 8 to 9, some regions of the country may experience rain. Additionally, in the foothills and mountainous areas, precipitation in the form of rain and snow is expected, which may be intense on certain days. From December 9 to 10, the wind in the northern and desert areas will strengthen, reaching speeds of 15−18 m/s in places, and in some areas gusts may reach 20−22 m/s.

06.12.2025, 15:17

Exclusive

Rosselkhoznadzor monitored the export of meal to several countries, including Kyrgyzstan.

- Employees of the Rosselkhoznadzor Administration working in the Oryol and Kursk regions monitored the first shipment of two batches of soybean meal weighing 137.2 tons, which were sent to Tajikistan. This was reported by the press service of Rosselkhoznadzor. The shipping company is located in the Kastorensky district and has the appropriate certification for the export of plant-based feed to the countries of the Persian Gulf, as well as to the EAEU states and others.

06.12.2025, 15:14

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IAEA: The Sarcophagus at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant has lost its primary safety functions after a drone strike

According to information provided by the IAEA, the sarcophagus has lost its ability to contain the release of radioactive substances. However, experts note that no serious damage to the supporting structures or monitoring systems has been found. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi emphasized that only limited temporary repairs have been made to the roof of the sarcophagus, but a full restoration is necessary to prevent further deterioration and ensure long-term nuclear safety.

06.12.2025, 15:13

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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced that over a hundred drones were shot down overnight.

Illustrative photo In its statement, the ministry specified that the highest number of downed drones was observed in the Ryazan region — 29, followed by the Voronezh region with 27 downed UAVs, Bryansk with 23, and Belgorod, where 21 drones were destroyed. Additionally, six drones were shot down over the Tver region, three over the Kursk and Lipetsk regions, two over Tambov, and one each over the Tula and Oryol regions. Governor of the Ryazan region Pavel Malkov reported that the debris from

06.12.2025, 15:09

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Sadyr Japarov met with the heads of the United World Wrestling and the United World Wrestling Asia

The President also noted that out of the six medals won by Kyrgyzstan at the Olympic Games in Paris, five were earned in wrestling. This creates a solid foundation for future competitions, including the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

06.12.2025, 15:00

Local news

Users report issues with online banking operations

In the morning, users of several banking applications began reporting issues with online banking. The Simbank, O!Bank, Optima, and MBank applications are partially or completely unavailable: users cannot open the apps or make payments via QR code. However, no mass failures have been recorded in other banks.

06.12.2025, 14:57

Incidents

On the first day of the opening of the "Kapriz" ski resort, an accident occurred on the road

At the 4100th kilometer of the road to the ski resort "Kapriz," located in the Issyk-Kul region, a traffic accident occurred involving a KAMAZ truck. According to information provided by the 24.kg press service of the State Traffic Safety Department (GUOBDD), the accident happened due to the poor condition of the vehicle and the driver's unskillful actions, which led to the formation of a traffic jam and a collision with another vehicle. As a result of the incident, material

06.12.2025, 14:57

Local news

In the Tonsky District, forests are being restored. Seedlings have been planted on 30 hectares.

Photo by the press service of the forestry In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Ton district, environmental protection activities are being carried out aimed at restoring forest areas and improving ecology. New seedlings have been planted over an area of 30 hectares in the Kara-Kemer forestry, as reported by the Forestry Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. A ceremonial opening of a new greenhouse and cold storage facility for storing planting material also took place in the village of Bokonbaeva. These

06.12.2025, 14:44

Exclusive

Sadyr Japarov met with the leaders of UWW and UWW Asia

On December 6, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, held a meeting with Nenad Lalovic, the President of United World Wrestling (UWW), and Mohammed Al-Awamleh, the President of UWW Asia. During the greeting of the guests, the head of state emphasized their significant contribution to the progress of sports wrestling and expressed hope for further development of this sport on the international stage under their leadership.

06.12.2025, 14:43

Economy

Bishkek's Grocery Basket on December 6. How Prices Changed Over the Week

Over the past week, there has been an increase in prices for goods such as rice, potatoes, cucumbers, peppers, pears, sugar, milk, eggs, and vegetable oil in Bishkek. At the same time, tomatoes, carrots, cabbage, and apples have become cheaper. As a result, the cost of the minimum grocery set increased by 454 soms, amounting to 6,927 soms.

06.12.2025, 14:42

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Life in the Regions: Narynbek Omurzakov Explained How to Properly Choose a Komuz

Narynbek Omurzakov, residing in Karakol, Issyk-Kul region, teaches children to play the komuz, one of the symbols of Kyrgyz culture. For over 30 years, he has been engaged in pedagogical work, preparing numerous students who successfully perform in various competitions.

06.12.2025, 14:40

Incidents

Court employee in The Hague financed African terrorists

Nicolas Herrera, a high-profile employee of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, has been implicated in financing militants operating in the Central African Republic (CAR) who attacked government forces. This was reported by TASS. Information about Herrera's money transfers became known during the investigation of the case of Joseph Figueira, an employee of an American non-governmental organization, who was found guilty of espionage and collaborating with the terrorist group

06.12.2025, 14:36

Local news / Exclusive

Folk Legends: The Village in At-Bashy That Was Previously Named After a Russian Revolutionary

Taldy-Suu, a village located in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, is situated 76 km away from the administrative center of the region. Near the village flows the At-Bashi River, which often overflows its banks, causing road erosion. Local residents claim that the correct name of the village is Talduu-Suu, however, in official documents, it is designated as Taldy-Suu.

06.12.2025, 14:36

Local news

In the mosques of Kyrgyzstan, prayers for rain and snow were recited due to the dry weather

Due to the ongoing drought in Kyrgyzstan, believers gathered in mosques for the Friday prayer, turning to the Almighty with a request for rain and snow. This event was organized at the initiative of Mufti Abdulaziz Kary Zakirov, as reported by the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the country. The Mufti called on Muslims to conduct additional prayers – Istisqa and Hajjat, emphasizing their significance in the conditions of dry weather.

06.12.2025, 14:33

Local news

The rules for admission to colleges and technical schools in Kyrgyzstan want to be changed.

In Kyrgyzstan, changes are planned for the admission rules to colleges and technical schools. The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations has presented a draft of a new document. With the introduction of the new education law in 2023, there arose a need to update the existing admission rules for institutions of secondary vocational education. What changes are being proposed?

06.12.2025, 14:32

In the world

Meteorologists warn of heavy precipitation in Tajikistan at the beginning of next week

According to the forecast from the Hydrometeorology Agency of Tajikistan, significant precipitation in the form of rain and snow is expected on December 8 and 9 in the foothills and mountainous areas of the Sughd region, as well as in the districts under republican jurisdiction and in the west of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region. Meteorologists report that after the current precipitation, no significant rains are predicted for the following weekend.

06.12.2025, 14:29

In the world

The USA plans to expand the migration ban to more than 30 countries

Illustrative image Noem's statement comes against the backdrop of a recent incident involving an attack on two members of the U.S. National Guard near the White House, resulting in one of the service members dying in the hospital. The suspect turned out to be a citizen of Afghanistan who arrived in the U.S. in 2021. In an interview with Fox News, she noted that she could not specify the exact number of countries that would be added to the list, but it would exceed 30. "The president

06.12.2025, 14:28

Local news

Russia is Seeking Talent in the Former Soviet Republics

An active program to attract foreign specialists has begun in Russia. The country's migration service clarified that President Vladimir Putin's decree initiates a campaign to search for highly qualified personnel from around the world, as reported in an article by the publication "Expert." Talented foreigners who pass the selection will receive support and guidance in the first months of their life in Russia. By April 15, 2026, it is planned to create a special organization

06.12.2025, 14:25

In the world

China has found a partial solution to increase birth rates

Starting January 1, China will implement a 13% VAT on contraceptives such as condoms, as reported by Bloomberg. This measure comes after nearly thirty years of tax exemption for these products, which has been in place since 1993, when the country implemented its one-child policy with an emphasis on birth control. Now the tax will apply to all contraceptives that previously enjoyed preferential status. At the same time, authorities are beginning to expand support for families by exempting

06.12.2025, 14:22

Local news

A sharp drop in temperature to -33° is expected in Kyrgyzstan

According to meteorologists, from December 8 to 10, Kyrgyzstan is expected to experience sharp changes in weather conditions: snow will fall in some areas, and intense precipitation is also possible.

06.12.2025, 14:16

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In Kazakhstan, the Army is Being Reformed

Kazakhstan is preparing for significant changes in legislation regulating military discipline and law enforcement, as well as measures to prevent offenses in the army. This information was announced by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov in response to a request from deputies regarding the need for systemic changes in this area. Legislative and Digitalization Initiatives

06.12.2025, 14:13

Local news

A Car Flew Dozens of Meters Above Other Cars in Romania

An unusual incident occurred in Romania when a driver simply left the scene of an accident and returned home. This was reported by KP.RU. The situation, reminiscent of scenes from racing movies, took place on one of the central streets. The driver, operating his vehicle, soared into the air, flying dozens of meters above other vehicles.

06.12.2025, 14:12

Exclusive

Leaders of several countries congratulated Sadyr Japarov on his birthday

Among those who sent their kind words were prominent figures such as the President of Russia Vladimir Putin, the Chairman of China Xi Jinping, the President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, as well as the Presidents of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Belarus, and Azerbaijan — Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Emomali Rahmon, Alexander Lukashenko, and Ilham Aliyev.

06.12.2025, 14:08

Economy

Korean Businessmen Informed About Investment Opportunities in Kyrgyzstan

At the recent business forum "Platform for Economic Cooperation between Korea and Central Asia 2025" held in Bishkek, opportunities for investment in Kyrgyzstan were presented to Korean entrepreneurs. Damirbek Bikulov, Deputy Director of the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, reported in his speech that in 2024, trade turnover between Kyrgyzstan and South Korea will exceed 435 million US dollars.

06.12.2025, 14:05

Local news

Storm Warning! Severe Frosts and Snowfalls Expected in Kyrgyzstan

According to meteorologists' forecasts, changes in weather conditions are expected in Kyrgyzstan starting from December 8. Snow is anticipated during the day on December 8 and on December 9-10, with heavy precipitation in some areas. From December 10 to 11, the air temperature is expected to drop significantly across the country.

06.12.2025, 14:04

Local news

Approved regulations on awards of the Central Election Commission

The Central Election Commission decided on December 5 to introduce a new award procedure, approving a special Regulation on Awards of the CEC. In accordance with this resolution, previously effective documents were canceled, namely: - the CEC resolution of April 16, 1999, concerning the "Regulation on the Honorary Certificate of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums"; - the CEC resolution of February 3, 2021, also related to the "Regulation on the Honorary

06.12.2025, 14:00

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CEC KR: A repeated ballot count in district No. 22 will not be conducted

In his address, Jumashov requested a manual recount of ballots at all polling stations in the multi-mandate constituency No. 22 and the receipt of official results after the procedure was completed. On December 3, 2025, at a meeting of the Working Group dealing with complaints and statements from voters and election participants, it was proposed to reject the request, as no evidence of violations was found at the polling stations. Considering the recommendations of the Working Group and based

06.12.2025, 13:53

Sports

President Sadyr Japarov met with the heads of the United World Wrestling.

Photo from the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic On December 6, the birthday of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov met with Nenad Lalovic, the head of United World Wrestling, and Mohammed Al-Awamleh, the head of United World Wrestling Asia. This was reported by the press service of the president. During the meeting, Sadyr Japarov emphasized the importance of their work for the development of sports wrestling and expressed confidence that under their leadership, this

06.12.2025, 13:50

Sports

Donald Trump Received the "Golden Globe" Award from FIFA

At the draw ceremony for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Washington, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, became the first recipient of a new award — the "Peace Prize" from FIFA. This was reported by Eurosport. Before the draw began, the audience was shown a video highlighting Trump's contribution to the peaceful resolution of conflicts, including his attempts to establish relations between Russia and Ukraine.

06.12.2025, 13:44

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CEC: The application for a repeated manual recount of invalid ballots at certain precincts in District No. 3 has not been satisfied

In his request, Abdyrahmanov indicated that a manual count of the ballots had not been conducted at the specified polling stations after they were extracted from the automatic ballot boxes. He also noted that the marks on the ballots were not announced, and observers were not shown the invalid ballots and protocols, which indicates serious violations of electoral legislation. At the meeting of the District Electoral Commission No. 3, held on December 2, 2025, it was recorded that a manual

06.12.2025, 13:12

Events / Sports

Sadyr Japarov presented the president of the United World Wrestling with the "Dostuk" order and received the UWW order.

On December 6, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with Nenad Lalovic, the head of United World Wrestling, and Mohammed Al-Awamleh, the president of United World Wrestling Asia. According to the press service of the Presidential Administration, Japarov expressed gratitude for their significant contribution to the development of wrestling on the international stage and expressed hope for the further successful development of this sport under their leadership.

06.12.2025, 12:56

Exclusive

Who congratulated Sadyr Japarov on his birthday?

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, received kind words from the leaders of neighboring countries and key regional partners. In their telegrams, they noted the progress in cooperation with Kyrgyzstan and wished him health and success in his public service. Xi Jinping: We are ready to develop Chinese-Kyrgyz relations The Chairman of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, noted that this year they met with Japarov three times in Beijing, Astana, and Tianjin, which

06.12.2025, 12:56

Economy / Exclusive

In the Manas District, it was decided to hold a food fair every Friday.

The first food fair was held in the Manas district of the Talas region. Every Friday, this event is organized at the livestock market "Mamil Ake" to prevent unjustified price increases on products, as well as to ensure food security and price stability.

06.12.2025, 12:45

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, high GDP growth rates are maintained this year - EEC

At the meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission, the Minister for Integration and Macroeconomics, Daniyar Imanaliev, reported that Kyrgyzstan plans to maintain high growth rates of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025. During the discussion of the preliminary results of economic development in the Union countries for 2025, it was noted that three EAEU states are demonstrating impressive growth: Armenia (6 percent), Kazakhstan (6.3 percent), and Kyrgyzstan, which leads with a growth rate of

06.12.2025, 12:37

Exclusive

The updated Russian Drama Theater has opened in Bishkek

The large-scale reconstruction of the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov in Bishkek has been completed, marking the most significant renovation in its history since its opening in 1972. According to the Ministry of Culture, extensive work was carried out during the theater's renovation, including the modernization of engineering systems, updating of interior spaces, reconstruction of the small and large halls, as well as the lobbies and foyer. Additionally,

06.12.2025, 12:34

In the world

WhatsApp has allowed leaving chats discreetly and added new features for Android and iOS

WhatsApp now has a new feature that allows users to leave group chats without notifying all participants. Previously, this action was accompanied by a general notification, but now only the administrator will be informed of the exit. Developers emphasized: "WhatsApp puts your privacy first. When you decide to leave a group, it will only be known to the administrators." To use this option, simply open the group information and select "Leave".

06.12.2025, 12:33

News / Education news

The Bishkek School Celebrated the Day of the Epic "Manas"

In Bishkek, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of the Epic "Manas" took place at School No. 51. This information was provided by the press service of the mayor's office. On December 5, the educational institution hosted an event titled "The Voice of the Nation — the Epic of Manas." The opening of the celebration was marked by a performance by the epic poet Kütman Sadybakassov. Among the honored guests were manaschy from the National Theater "Manas" — Uzarbek

06.12.2025, 12:33

Local news / Exclusive

In the village of Bakmal-2 in the Uzgen district, over a kilometer of road has been paved.

On November 5, in the village of Bakmal-2, which is part of the rural district of Dön-Bulak in the Uzgen region, a 1 km 20 m asphalt road was officially opened. This information was provided by the local administration of the Dön-Bulak rural district.

06.12.2025, 12:32

Exclusive

Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova announced an attempt to prevent her from coming to the Jogorku Kenesh

According to information provided by the candidate for electoral district No. 8, Joldoshova reported attempts to prevent her from entering parliament. In an interview with Kaktus.media, she stated that the district electoral commission decided to annul the voting results at polling stations No. 5249 and No. 5514 without notifying the candidates themselves.

06.12.2025, 12:25

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A Member of the Management Board Has Changed at "FinanceCreditBank"

- There have been personnel changes in the executive body of OJSC "FinansCreditBank". As reported by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange, Matkabylova Nurkyz Attokurovna has left her position as a member of the board.

06.12.2025, 12:21

Economy / Exclusive

The National Bank sold $83 million on the foreign exchange market

On December 5, the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan carried out a large-scale currency intervention, selling 83 million US dollars on the domestic market. The regulator's press service provided details of the operation:

06.12.2025, 12:15

Economy

Benefits for jewelers, tailors, and when selling cars: the president signed the decree

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, signed a decree titled "On Measures to Support Certain Sectors of the Economy." This information was announced by the press service of the head of state. The decree contains a directive for the Cabinet of Ministers to prepare and submit within a month a draft law on supporting the jewelry industry for consideration by the Jogorku Kenesh. In particular, this project should provide for tax benefits and preferences regarding the payment of

06.12.2025, 12:11

Incidents

Drunk Driver Without a License Detained by UPSM Officers in Bishkek

On December 5, around 8:00 PM, an incident occurred involving a Howo truck driver. This information was published by the press service of the UPSM. Although the accident was minor and there were no injuries, the patrol police noticed the aggressive behavior of the driver, who was waving a crowbar and threatening those around him, shouting, "I will kill you."

06.12.2025, 12:09

In the world

Starting from 2026, entry into Georgia will be possible only with health insurance.

Starting from January 1, 2026, foreigners will not be able to enter Georgia without valid medical insurance. This rule applies to all foreign citizens and has been included in the updated version of the Law of Georgia "On Tourism" in accordance with new requirements. The law stipulates that the insurance policy must be valid for the entire duration of the foreigners' stay in the country, and document checks will be conducted at all border points.

06.12.2025, 12:01

Sports

Football Club "Khujand" did not extend the contract with Alexander Krestinin

Football club "Khujand" has decided not to extend the contract with Alexander Krestinin, who previously held the position of head coach of the Kyrgyzstan national team. This became known through information from Sports.tj. The club from Tajikistan is once again looking for a new coach.

06.12.2025, 11:55

Local news

"Kyrgyzpharmacy" intends to purchase a drug necessary for transplantation

The state institution "Kyrgyzpharmacy" plans to purchase a drug used in transplantation. The corresponding application was published on the state procurement website. According to the document, a tender has been announced for the supply of tacrolimus—a drug used both in transplantation and in the treatment of autoimmune diseases. The procurement will be carried out in the format of a standard unrestricted tender. This medication is necessary to ensure the stable health condition of

06.12.2025, 11:55