At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 25, Dastan Jumabekov, the leader of the "Ata-Jurt" group, announced the new name of the political union — "El Umutu Ata-Jurt". During his speech, he also noted that a new deputy named Talaybek Sarybashov had joined the group.
Mansur Movlaev The Supreme Court of Kazakhstan has suspended the decision to extradite Chechen activist Mansur Movlaev to Russia, keeping him in custody for another month. This was reported to "Kursiv" by the press service of the Supreme Court. Recently, the UN Human Rights Committee registered Movlaev's complaint and urged Kazakhstan not to extradite him while the case is under consideration.
The resolution, titled "Support for a Lasting Peace in Ukraine," was supported by 107 countries, while 12 countries voted against it, and 51 abstained. Among the opponents were representatives from Russia, Belarus, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cuba, North Korea, Eritrea, Iran, Mali, Niger, Nicaragua, and Sudan.
In Tirana, the draw for the wrestling tournament, which will take place as part of a ranking event, was held. The Muhamet Malo 2026 competition will start on February 25.
The Department for Land Use Control of the Bishkek City Hall issued a notification regarding the need for the voluntary dismantling of the extension that was built for the café LLC "Oriental" at 45 Karalaeva Street. According to the city hall, the main structure of the café is located on private land; however, the extension was constructed on municipal territory, which is outside of private ownership, and did not have the necessary permits. The dimensions of this structure are 9
The government of Kyrgyzstan has decided to keep strategic resources within the country. The government of Kyrgyzstan has imposed a temporary ban on the export of used catalysts and waste containing precious metals. This decision is aimed at combating the illegal export of valuable resources and protecting strategic raw materials within the state. According to the adopted decree, the export of the following materials will be prohibited for six months: - used catalysts; - slags, ashes, and
From February 25 to 26, 2026, Zheenbek Kulubaev, who holds the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs, will visit the United Kingdom. The purpose of the visit is to participate in the first meeting of the foreign ministers of Central Asia and the United Kingdom. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, bilateral negotiations are planned with Yvette Cooper, the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom, as well as with
In 2026, the 20th 'Eagle Festival' will be held on March 7 and 8 at the Chinggis Khan Khuuree tourist complex, located near the capital of Mongolia. This event, dedicated to the traditional Mongolian art of eagle hunting, aims to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of nomadic peoples, as well as to pass on unique customs to the next generation. This year, the festival will be special as it will be held for the first time in the format of a world championship.
From February 17 to 19, training seminars for farmers were organized in three districts of the Osh region: Kara-Suu, Nookat, and Kara-Kulja. These events were conducted by the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Animal Husbandry and Pastures in collaboration with the KOPIA center, with the support of the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture.
As part of his program to support young families, the president also outlined a number of additional initiatives aimed at youth development. Plans include the expansion of the inclusive camp "Voice Up" to conduct similar events in all regions of the country. Additionally, as part of the "Upshift" project, competitions in media, design, crafts, and innovative technologies are planned, with 2 billion sums ($163,400) allocated to support the 40 best startups. Technical
The morning currency quotes at the exchange points of the Moscow City Council on February 25 are as follows:
Photo by "RBK". F-16 fighter jet of the Turkish Air Force. Illustrative photo As a result of the crash of a military F-16 fighter jet in Turkey, the pilot was killed. This was reported by international news agencies. According to the received data, the aircraft took off from the 9th airbase located in Balıkesir and was performing a scheduled training flight. During the flight, technical malfunctions occurred.
On the United World Wrestling website, a world ranking has been published, which includes five wrestlers from Kyrgyzstan. This data pertains to the beginning of the current year and is based on points earned at the 2025 World Championship, which will take place in Croatia. Photo from the archive. Ernazar Akmataliev
Photo CNN Brasil. Consequences of the flooding in Brazil At least 30 people have become victims of heavy rains that have hit Brazil. The natural disaster affected the state of Minas Gerais, where flooding and landslides are reported, according to information from CNN Brasil. According to the source, 13 people were rescued from collapsed structures. A total of 208 victims have been saved. 39 people are listed as missing, and 440 Brazilians have been left homeless — authorities have promised to
The exhibition of contemporary Mongolian art is taking place at Oglethorpe University (OUMA) in Atlanta, featuring works from the collections of the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art and the Sapart Contemporary Art Gallery, located in New York, USA. The exhibition showcases works by artist Üürintuyaa Dagvasambuu, such as "Behind the Scenes" and "Floating World," which attract the attention of an international audience with their unique style. In addition to Üürintuyaa's
According to information provided by meteorologists, from 8:00 to 20:00 on February 25, 2026: strong gusts of wind are predicted in the southern parts of the Sükhbaatar and Dornod aimags, reaching 18-20 meters per second, and in some cases up to 24 meters per second. Cloudy weather is expected in the east, while other regions will experience variable cloudiness. Snowfall and blizzards are possible in some central and eastern areas. In the eastern parts, the wind will shift direction from
Professor Igor Pershukov highlighted the key aspects of diagnosing oncological diseases in Kyrgyzstan and compared them with the Russian system of patient care for cancer. I. V. Pershukov is a professor, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), head of the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University, and a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the American Society of Cardiovascular
On February 24, in Geneva, as part of the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, a diplomatic reception was held, organized by the Kyrgyz side. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. In his welcoming speech, Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev emphasized the importance of Geneva as one of the world's centers of diplomacy. He noted that in the context of growing conflicts, humanitarian crises, and climate threats, the UN Human Rights Council
The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has given the green light to the start of the procedure necessary for signing an agreement related to the fight against illegal content online. The document, which is connected to the agreed approaches to protecting rights to intellectual property objects, has been sent to the EAEU countries for the necessary domestic procedures before its signing. The draft agreement includes key elements for the protection of copyright.
The major reconstruction of the "Dostuk" hotel complex and the "Sayakat" tourist complex is being carried out under the management of the Directorate for the Management of Sanatorium-Resort, Health and Tourism Facilities, which is under the jurisdiction of the Office of the President of Kyrgyzstan. According to the information from the directorate's press service, the investment in the renovation of the "Sayakat" complex is being made by a Russian company and
“We need strict and serious leaders right now” Beremet Baryktabasova, head of the Medical Union of Kyrgyzstan, addressed the president of the country regarding the recent dismissal of Health Minister Kanibek Dosmabetov.
Photo from the press service of the Cabinet. On February 24, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev introduced Damirbek Osmonov as the acting Minister of Health. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet. Kasymaliev emphasized that the new minister faces important tasks, including improving the healthcare system, ensuring the accessibility and quality of medical services, as well as implementing modern technologies in management and strengthening the material and technical base of
According to information provided by the Emergency Situations Department of Dornod aimag, an incident occurred on February 24, 2026, at 14:00, resulting in the deaths of four people, while two were rescued after their car went under the ice of Lake Buyr. Preliminary data indicates that there were six people in the car at the time of the incident. Rescue services continue their work at the scene; two passengers were successfully rescued and have been hospitalized. Unfortunately, the bodies of
Talant Duyshbaev, originally from Kyrgyzstan, has become the new head coach of the French national handball team. Duyshbaev will lead the team ahead of the qualifying matches for the World Championship, which will take place on May 13 and 17 against the Czech Republic. In addition, he will continue his commitments with the Polish club "Kielce," combining two coaching positions.
A security guard of the cash collectors threw the car owner's mobile phone away An incident occurred in Bishkek, during which a cash collector beat a driver and threw his phone away. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District. According to law enforcement agencies, on February 24, information about a conflict that occurred on 7 April Street was received by service 102.
- At the general meeting of shareholders of OJSC "State Financial Holding" on February 20, 2026, a decision was made regarding the use of temporarily free cash funds of the company. In accordance with decision No. 4, the holding approved investments amounting to 3 billion soms in 3-year government bonds of the Kyrgyz Republic, expecting a yield of 12.86% per annum.
The Ambassador of Mongolia to Kuwait, Sergelen Purev, held a meeting with Badr Al-Darwish, President of the Qatar Equestrian Federation and Modern Pentathlon, on February 23, 2026, in Doha. This was reported by the federation through its Facebook page (Qatar Equestrian Federation & Modern Pentathlon). During the negotiations, the ambassador presented various traditional equestrian sports of Mongolia, including horse racing and racetrack competitions. The parties discussed prospects for
International news agencies and media have reported on events that occurred over the past 24 hours in Ukraine and around the world, against the backdrop of ongoing military actions. Here are the key points. City of Izium, Kharkiv region. Photo by Chris McGrath / Getty Images. At the UN General Assembly, a resolution was adopted calling for an immediate ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. The United States abstained from voting. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission,
The Indian English-language resource Times Now, controlled by The Times Group, attempted to understand the peculiarities of Mongolian nutrition. “So how did the Mongols really eat? Their diet consisted of meat and dairy products necessary for survival: dried meat, airag, and even horse blood, which gave strength to warriors who considered vegetables merely 'food for goats',” reports Times Now. If you have ever dreamed of turning salad into steak, you share the culinary philosophy of
Shagdar Sosor, nicknamed "Bosoo" (which translates to "invincible"), was awarded the title of State Lion in Mongolian wrestling. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. The legendary wrestler was born in 1888 in the Erdene Düüreg sum, which belongs to the Zasagt Khan aimag. This area is now part of the Bayankhairkhan sum in the Zavkhan aimag, known as Burdiiin Yolt. Shagdar's wrestling career began in 1913 when he managed to defeat the famous champion Vandan Galsankhuu
Dilav Khutagt (Telo-tulku) Jamsranjav Bashluu At a recent government meeting, it was decided to publish 1039 out of 1133 pages of documents related to Dilav Khutagt (Telo-tulku) Jamsranjav Bashluu. These materials are held in the Special Archive of the Main Intelligence Directorate and include documents not covered by the Law on State and Official Secrets, as reported by the Government Public Relations Office. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. This state agency, founded in 1922 as the
At the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in China on February 8, Nursultan Keneshbekov, a member of the Kyrgyzstan national team, took second place in the final race of the 1500 meters and received a silver medal. His time of 3 minutes 44.75 seconds set a new national record for this distance. Previously, this record also belonged to him.
Five wrestlers from Kyrgyzstan have made it into the world ranking for freestyle wrestling prepared by United World Wrestling (UWW). The ranking for 2026 takes into account the points earned at the 2025 World Championship held in Croatia.
The athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Bekzat Almaz uulu, has made history by taking 2nd place in the world ranking according to the United World Wrestling (UWW). In 2025, at the World Championship held in Croatia, the 25-year-old wrestler won a silver medal in the 57 kg weight category, which allowed him to rise to the second position in the world ranking.
A large fire occurred in an apartment building in Kyzyl-Kiya, resulting in the emergency evacuation of 26 residents. According to information from the regional emergency management agency, on February 23, 2026, a report of a fire in building No. 6 on Stakhanovskaya Street was received by the emergency call service.
The founder of Telegram, Pavel Durov, reacted to information published by Russian media regarding the investigation into his actions related to a criminal case concerning assistance to terrorist activities. This was reported by Meduza. “I have been charged with ‘aiding terrorism.’ Every day, the authorities invent new reasons to restrict access for Russians to Telegram, aiming to suppress freedom of speech and the right to privacy. It is a sad sight—a state that fears its own people,” Durov
Photo from the internet. Ernazar Akmataliev The Kyrgyz wrestler Ernazar Akmataliev, who is 25 years old, now holds the third position in the United World Wrestling (UWW) ranking. At the World Championship held in Croatia in 2025, he won a bronze medal in the weight category up to 70 kilograms.
In his message on the social network Truth Social, Trump claims that the Supreme Court's decision, on the contrary, opens up new opportunities for him. He emphasized that he will now be able to use trade licenses and other measures to increase pressure on foreign countries. The president stated: "Now I can use licenses to implement absolutely 'horrible' measures against foreign states."
Jose Mourinho, the head coach of "Benfica," has decided not to communicate with journalists before and after the return match of the Champions League against "Real Madrid." The Portuguese coach took advantage of a provision in UEFA regulations that allows suspended coaches to delegate their assistants to conduct press conferences. Due to his red card in the first match, which was triggered by an emotional reaction to the actions of referee François Letexier, Mourinho will
At the meeting dedicated to the results of the work of the courts in the Talas region over the past year, the Chairman of the Supreme Court of the country, Mederbek Satyiev, discussed the performance of local judges. He noted that in 100% of cases, the decisions of individual judges were upheld, for which he expressed his gratitude. However, judges whose results are 31% and 58% were urged to promptly seek methodological assistance from more experienced colleagues to improve the quality of
A meeting was held at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic dedicated to the implementation of the state anti-corruption strategy. Participants of the meeting reviewed the execution of activities established by the presidential decree and discussed preliminary monitoring results. Representatives from the General Prosecutor's Office, the Anti-Corruption Business Council, and civil society activists took part in the meeting. One of the
According to information provided by the press service of the Pervomaisky District Department of Internal Affairs, the incident occurred in Bishkek when junior police inspector A. K. filed a report about an incident involving driver A. S., who was driving a "Lada Priora". It became known that on February 18 at 04:55, the vehicle was placed in a towing lot on Manas Street for lack of a driver's license.
Photo from the internet. Ernazar Akmataliev The athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Ernazar Akmataliev, is currently ranked third in the world according to United World Wrestling (UWW). At the World Championship held in Croatia in 2025, the 25-year-old wrestler won a bronze medal in the 70-kilogram category.
According to UNIAN, this bunker was built during the Soviet era for protection in the event of a nuclear threat and is equipped with all necessary communications. From the published materials, it is evident that the underground space also includes the apparatus of the Verkhovna Rada and the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine.
Photo by the Bishkek City Hall The Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure, together with the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" and "Tulpar," continues to conduct raids on public transport. This was reported by the Bishkek City Hall. According to their data, during the checks, control is carried out over how passengers pay for their rides and receive tickets when paying in cash.
The director of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure," Bakai Asylbek uulu, visited the parking area located on Isakeyeva Street, near the 'Ayu Grand' shopping center, at the request of the mayor. This was reported by the press service of the Bishkek city hall. During the inspection, protocols were drawn up for the owners of cars improperly parked on the premises, as well as for those vehicles occupying spaces designated for doctors, patients, and
On the Kant–Bishkek highway, the driver of a BMW car, who was following an ambulance and creating a dangerous situation on the road, was fined. Previously, the video spread on social media.
According to the Ministry of Commerce of China, the statement emphasizes that the cancellation of tariffs would be beneficial for both countries, while conflicts in the economy could negatively affect both China and the United States. The ministry also expressed concern about the possible introduction of alternative measures by Washington, such as trade investigations, which could lead to the retention of additional tariffs. In the statement, the agency said: "China urges the United States
