The Mayor of Bishkek voted at one of the capital's polling stations

The mayor of the capital, Aybek Junushaliev, participated in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, voting at polling station No. 1220. According to the press service of the Bishkek city hall, 296 polling stations were opened for voting in the capital, each equipped with automatic ballot boxes for counting votes. Election commission operators underwent special training to work with the new devices. In Bishkek, 296 precinct election commissions have been organized, covering four

Head of the Central Election Commission: There are no disruptions at the polling stations

At the press conference held on November 30, the chairman of the Central Election Commission, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, stated that no disruptions in the system at polling stations were recorded during the parliamentary elections taking place in the country. Shainazarov also pointed out that false information about problems with the voting system is being spread on social media.

16 candidates with disabilities participate in the parliamentary elections

In Kyrgyzstan, on November 30, voting is taking place for the early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. A total of 460 candidates are participating in this process, among which 180 are women. Central Election Commission member Akbalyk Jumalieva reported at a briefing that out of the total number of candidates, 16 have disabilities. Of these, 4 candidates have disabilities of the first and second degrees, while 12 individuals belong to the III group of disabilities. The country is

Voting Outside the Polling Place: Over 10,000 Applications Submitted

At the briefing on November 30, Akbalyk Jumalieva, a member of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums, announced information about the applications submitted for voting outside the polling station (home voting), which 10,329 citizens took advantage of as of November 29. Of this number: • 2,134 people — with disabilities, • 676 — from special categories,

Interagency Coordination: The CEC and Government Bodies Strengthen Efforts to Ensure Participation of Special Categories of Voters

On November 12, a meeting was held with the participation of representatives from the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums (CEC) and state bodies. The main topic of discussion was measures to ensure the participation of special categories of citizens in the upcoming early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30. This was reported by CEC member Akbalyk Jumalieva at a press conference. During the meeting, the following issues were addressed:

Early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh are taking place in Kyrgyzstan. Live broadcast

Today, November 30, early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh are taking place in Kyrgyzstan. These elections are being held under updated rules. The editorial team of Kaktus.media is covering all events in real-time. In reverse orderOnly important03:0730.11.2025The first polling station opened at 03:00 Bishkek time (08:00 local time) outside the country, in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. The number of this station is 9095.

Early parliamentary elections. Press center of the Central Election Commission in the home stretch

The Central Election Commission is actively completing the organization and monitoring of the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. Members of the CEC and representatives of the media are present at the press center.

Voting has begun in Kyrgyzstan as part of the early elections for the Jogorku Kenesh deputies.

Today, November 30, voting has started at 8:00 AM in Kyrgyzstan for the early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. A total of 2,513 polling stations have been opened across the country and beyond its borders. The press center of the Central Election Commission (CEC) has begun its work, with both the chairman and members of the commission present. Local and international observers are monitoring the election process. For the convenience of citizens, remote voting has also been organized;

Three candidates have been fined for violating campaign conditions

The Central Election Commission (CEC) held a meeting on November 28, during which cases of violations during the election campaign were discussed. As a result, candidates A. Jalilov, Y. Atazhanov, and B. Sydykov were each fined 7,500 soms in accordance with Article 65 of the Code of Offenses. According to information from the CEC press service, candidate from district No. 9 Daut Akhunov Sardarbek submitted a statement claiming that the conditions for placing election materials were unequal. He

The Chairman of the Central Election Commission met with the delegation of the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly of the CIS Member States

On November 29, the Chairman of the Central Election Commission, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, held a meeting with a delegation from the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly of the CIS Member States (IPA CIS). This information was provided by the press service of the CEC. During the meeting, Shainazarov spoke about the preparatory activities for the upcoming elections, as well as the innovations in the voting system. He emphasized the importance of openness and transparency in the electoral process, especially

The head of the Central Election Commission met with a delegation from the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union of Belarus and Russia and the State Duma of the Russian Federation.

The Chairman of the Central Election Commission, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, held a meeting on November 29 with a delegation from the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union of Belarus and Russia, as well as with deputies of the State Duma of Russia. The press service of the CEC reported on this event. During the meeting, Shainazarov shared information about the current stage of preparation for the upcoming elections, discussed important changes in the electoral system, and noted the increase in the

Fines Imposed on 10 Candidates, Two Citizens, and One Legal Entity Representative for Violating Election Campaign Conditions

The Central Election Commission (CEC) held a meeting on November 29, during which cases of violations of election campaigning by candidates, individuals, and legal entities were discussed, resulting in the imposition of fines. A working group monitoring campaign materials on social networks found that the Facebook page of the user "Bakir Uulu" contained photo materials with information about the candidate for district No. 7, Tursunbay Bakir uulu, which violates the rules of election

The powers of some local council deputies have been prematurely terminated.

The Central Election Commission on November 28 made a decision to prematurely terminate the powers of a number of deputies of local keneshes in the Nookat, Uzgen, and Issyk-Kul districts. This decision also includes the exclusion of candidates from the lists and the transfer of vacant mandates to new candidates. The powers of the deputies were terminated based on their own statements, among which:

The head of the Central Election Commission met with the head of the Election Council of Turkey

The Chairman of the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, held a meeting on November 29 with Ahmet Yener, who is the head of the Supreme Election Council of Turkey. This information was provided by the press service of the CEC. During the discussion, Shainazarov spoke about the preparatory measures for the upcoming early parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan and noted that eight polling stations have been opened in Turkey for voting.

The Chairpersons of the Central Election Commissions of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan Discussed Preparations for the Jogorku Kenesh Elections

On November 29, a meeting took place between the Chairman of the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, and the Chairman of the CEC of Uzbekistan, Zainidin Nizamkhodjaev. This information was provided by the press service of the CEC. Zainidin Nizamkhodjaev emphasized that Kyrgyzstan has successfully implemented the planned tasks and created the necessary conditions for conducting elections with a high degree of transparency and organization in a relatively short period.

The Chairpersons of the Central Election Commissions of Kyrgyzstan and Armenia Discussed the Organization of the Upcoming Elections to the Jogorku Kenesh

On November 29, a meeting took place between the head of the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, and the chairman of the Central Election Commission of Armenia, Vaagn Ovakimyan. This information was provided by the press service of the CEC. During the meeting, Shainazarov spoke about new aspects of the upcoming elections, including the implementation of a remote voting system. This innovation will allow citizens, including those outside the country, to exercise

The Chairman of the CEC met with the delegation of TurkPA, which arrived to observe the elections.

The Chairman of the Central Election Commission, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, held a meeting on November 29 with representatives of the Turkic Parliamentary Assembly (TurkPA), who arrived in Kyrgyzstan to observe the upcoming parliamentary elections. According to the press service of the CEC, Shainazarov emphasized that the preparation for the elections is being carried out in an atmosphere of openness and transparency. He also reported that 100 polling stations have been organized outside the country.

The Central Election Commission responded to Bekeshev's reports of violations during remote voting

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan commented on the information voiced by the parliamentary candidate Dastan Bekeshev regarding possible violations during the remote voting. The press service of the CEC stated that none of the presented facts were confirmed. As indicated by the CEC, all actions for organizing voting outside of polling places were carried out in accordance with the norms of Article 33 of the Constitutional Law of Kyrgyzstan "On the Elections of the President of

Adylbek Kasymaliev's Business Trip to Germany Has Concluded. Results

On November 29, Adylbek Kasymaliev concluded his working visit to Berlin. By that time, the first cycle of events titled "Days of the Economy of Kyrgyzstan and Germany" had been successfully completed in Kyrgyzstan. The main goal of the trip to the capital of Germany was to launch the second cycle aimed at developing economic cooperation and attracting foreign investments. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan. During the visit, the Prime

Donald Trump announced the closure of airspace over Venezuela

Today, November 29, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, announced the closure of airspace over Venezuela. He posted the relevant information on the social network Truth Social. Trump addressed airlines, pilots, as well as drug traffickers and human traffickers, stating that the airspace over Venezuela and its surroundings is closed. "Thank you for your attention to this matter!" he added.

Delegation of observers from the CIS Inter-Parliamentary Assembly laid flowers at the Eternal Flame

In Bishkek, on November 29, a ceremony was held to lay flowers at the Victory Memorial. The event was organized as part of the visit of a delegation of international observers from the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly of the CIS, who arrived to monitor the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. This information was provided by the press service of the capital's mayor's office. First Deputy Mayor Mirlanbek Baigonchokov also attended the ceremony, where representatives

In Turkmenistan, cryptocurrency mining and exchanges will be legalized starting in 2026

Starting from January 1, 2026, a law signed by President Serdar Berdymukhamedov will come into effect in Turkmenistan, legalizing cryptocurrency mining and the operation of cryptocurrency exchanges. This information was published in the state newspaper "Neutral Turkmenistan". This law regulates processes related to the creation, use, and circulation of virtual assets in the country. It is important to note that cryptocurrencies do not have the status of a means of payment, currency,

The Organization for Economic Cooperation Gathered in Istanbul After a 14-Year Break

From November 24 to 26, 2025, the 5th meeting of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) took place in Istanbul, marking the first such event in 14 years. The main goal of the event was to strengthen economic integration in the region. Ministers and diplomats from the member countries participated in the meeting, including Turkey's Minister of Trade, Ömer Bolat. This was reported by Chyngyz Esengul uulu, the trade representative of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey. Kyrgyzstan presented its

Elections to the ЖК - 2025. Dastan Bekeshev reported violations during the on-site voting.

On November 29, early voting for the early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh started in Kyrgyzstan. However, the first cases of violations have already been recorded, as reported by parliamentary candidate Dastan Bekeshev through his Telegram channel and Instagram. According to Bekeshev, at polling station No. 1130, representatives of the precinct election commission (PEC) left their designated area. "They were in the 5th microdistrict but went to the 12th. Although the Central

Kyrgyzstan and Germany Discussed New Projects at the Business Forum in Berlin

The forum in Berlin became a platform for signing a number of documents aimed at deepening cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Germany. The initiative for the event was taken by the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Eastern Committee of the German Economy, and the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Dismissed Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andrey Yermak Announced He is Going to the Front

Andrei Yermak, who previously held the position of head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, announced his intention to go to the front. He shared this in an interview with The New York Post. The information was published by journalist Caitlin Doornbos.

On Election Day, energy companies will switch to enhanced mode. Where to call if the power goes out

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Energy, on November 30, in Kyrgyzstan, on the day of the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, energy companies will switch to an enhanced mode of operation. The main task on this day will be to ensure stable electricity supply for voters and polling stations. To accomplish this task, 1,243 specialists from the energy sector will be on duty around the clock, and 383 emergency response teams will be on heightened alert to

The head of the cabinet was shown the international logistics center "Kyrgyz Post" in Berlin

On November 29, during his visit to Berlin, Adylbek Kasymaliev got acquainted with the international postal exchange organized by OJSC "Kyrgyz Post." The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers reported this event. During the visit, the head of the Cabinet received detailed information about the operation of the center, including modern methods of sorting, packaging, and delivering international shipments.

The President of Ukraine dismissed the head of his office, Andriy Yermak.

The decree on the dismissal of Andrey Yermak was signed by Vladimir Zelensky, and its content was published on the official website of the President of Ukraine. In his address to the nation on November 28, the president announced that Yermak had submitted his resignation. According to Zelensky, in the context of war and discussions about a peace plan, the country needs to seek "internal strength" to maintain unity both within the country and in external relations. He emphasized that

Donald Trump Cancels Most of Biden's Decrees Due to Auto Industry

On his page on the social network Truth Social, Trump stated that all documents signed by Biden using an autopen will be annulled. According to him, this concerns approximately 92% of all signed decrees. "An autopen cannot be used without the permission of the President of the United States," he added. Trump also expressed the opinion that the actions of Biden's aides, who signed documents using the autopen, were unlawful.

In Kyrgyzstan, the "day of silence" has arrived

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan are preparing for the elections Today, a "day of silence" has been declared in Kyrgyzstan. Starting from 8:00 AM on November 29, a ban on any actions related to election campaigning has come into effect.

CSTO has proven its ability to adapt to changes in the global situation

On the portal "Allies. CSTO," an article by Kirill Babaev, the director of the Institute of China and Modern Asia of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Doctor of Philological Sciences, and professor, has been published, analyzing the results of the CSTO's work for 2023-2025. The author emphasizes that despite international challenges, the CSTO has reaffirmed its significance as an important regional security structure.

In Kyrgyzstan, the day of silence has arrived before the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh

From 08:00 on November 29, pre-election campaigning in Kyrgyzstan has ended, and the country has entered a day of silence, which precedes the early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh scheduled for November 30. This day is intended for voters to reflect on their preferences without external pressure. Throughout the day, it is prohibited to:

In Kyrgyzstan, the "day of silence" has arrived before the parliamentary elections

Today, November 29, Kyrgyzstan is observing a day of silence before the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The elections are scheduled for November 30, and 2,513 polling stations have been prepared for their conduct across the country.

CSTO - not a rigid military alliance, but the main support of Eurasian integration

Several years ago, both in Russia and in other countries of the region, there was a clear skepticism regarding the possibilities of integration projects. This was largely a consequence of Eurocentric thinking, which prevented the recognition of alternative paths for successful integration in Eurasia, different from European models. At the same time, orientalists in Russia showed optimism. In 2015, G.I. Chufrin, a renowned academic, was awarded the E.S. Varga Prize for his work "Essays on

In the Traffic Police, they showed how the "Tinting" raid is conducted. Video

The launched raid "Tinting" is aimed at increasing road safety, as well as preventing violations and accidents. According to information from the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety (GUOBDD), drivers face a fine of 20,000 soms for violating the rules regarding the tinting of vehicle windows.

Expenses on Candidate Campaigning. Who Spent the Most?

The campaigning period for the early elections of the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh continues from November 10 until 08:00 on November 29. During this time, candidates can interact with voters through various channels, including personal meetings, campaign materials, social media, and even free appearances on television. According to the election law, specifically Article 62-1, concerning "The electoral fund of a political party that nominated candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

The international mission assessed the potential of the Ombudsman Institute of Kyrgyzstan

The international mission conducted an analysis of the potential of the Ombudsman Institute of the Kyrgyz Republic, preparing a corresponding report. The document outlines both the strengths and weaknesses of the institute's work, as well as recommendations for improving its functioning, reports the Ombudsman's secretariat. One of the main conclusions of the mission was that effective leadership plays a key role in the institute's activities. "The leadership demonstrates

In Kyrgyzstan, there is talk again about the return of Kurmanbek Bakiev

The political scientist commented on Alexander Lukashenko's words at the CSTO summit During the CSTO summit, Alexander Lukashenko stated that he does not intend to extradite Kurmanbek Bakiev to Kyrgyzstan, but noted that the former president "suffers and misses" his homeland, and expressed a desire to visit his father's grave. Lukashenko intends to discuss this issue with the Kyrgyz authorities.

More than 50 international observers arrived in Jalal-Abad region for the early elections to the Jogorku Kenesh.

As part of the preparations for the early elections of the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, more than 50 international observers have arrived in the Jalal-Abad region. This information was announced by the coordinator of the Central Election Commission for this region, Turusbek Omurzakov.

Ikramidin Aitkulov stated that he intends to appeal to the court for a review of the Bakiev case.

Lawyer Ikramidin Aytkulov, representing Kurmanbek Bakiev, stated in an interview with Kaktus.media that he intends to appeal to the court for a review of the verdict issued against his client. The return of Bakiev to the country has become a relevant topic following a recent statement by Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko. He noted that Bakiev is interested in returning to visit his father's grave and emphasized that he should have that opportunity. This issue will be discussed with

Navigation seals will be used for cargo transportation between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Kazakhstan. Currently in pilot phase.

According to the press service of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, this pilot project will last until January 15, 2026. Within its framework, navigation seals will be used on a voluntary and free basis for all types of goods traveling: from Kyrgyzstan to Kazakhstan and Russia; from Kazakhstan and Russia to Kyrgyzstan through the automobile checkpoints "Ak-Tilek - Avtodorozhny" (KR) and "Karasu" (RK). Locations for applying navigation seals: "Ak-Tilek -

European Space Agency Conducted Training for Emergency Situations Ministry Employees of the Kyrgyz Republic

From November 24 to 27, a training seminar was held in Kyrgyzstan, organized by the European Space Agency (ESA) with the support of the World Bank as part of the KG RESILAND project, which is being implemented by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ministry's press service reported this. During this training, participants became familiar with GMF and GISAT methods, which assist in identifying and mapping degraded lands, as well as studying the relationship

Kyrgyz-Russian Cooperation in the Field of Migration Reaches a New Level

Edil Baysalov met with the practice of school modernization in Kazakhstan

A group of representatives from the Kyrgyz Republic, led by Edil Baysalov, Deputy Prime Minister, made a working trip to Almaty (Kazakhstan) to study the experience accumulated in the field of social reforms. The visit was organized to familiarize with Kazakhstan's current methods in areas such as secondary and higher education, healthcare, social protection, cultural policy, and human capital development.

The Kyrgyz Delegation Participated in the 21st General Conference of UNIDO

From November 23 to 27, 2025, the 21st General Conference of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) took place in Riyadh, where the Kyrgyz Republic was represented by a delegation led by Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador Ulukbek Maripov, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the conference on November 25, Ambassador Maripov participated in an important dialogue on the topic "Connecting Europe

In Kadamzha, the construction of a school costing 75.9 million soms has been completed

In the Kadamjay district of the Batken region, in the village of Kara-Döbö, the construction of school No. 43, named after Z.M. Babur, has been completed. The new school building will accommodate 225 students, and the total cost of the project amounted to 75 million 985 thousand soms.

Teenage girl lost a leg. Her mother blames the doctors (photo, video)

Indira (name changed), the mother of a 14-year-old girl named Aydai, reached out to Kaktus.media for help. She accuses the doctors of actions that led to the amputation of her daughter's leg and demands government intervention. A Difficult Path to Diagnosis On October 11 of last year, Aydai was hospitalized in the nephrology department of NCOMID with a diagnosis of "nephrotic syndrome." After two weeks of treatment, she was discharged.