Nestle recalls part of its products from retail chains in Kyrgyzstan

The Department of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has informed that LLC "Forester," the official distributor of Nestlé baby food, has announced the need to recall certain products. Specifically, this concerns several batches of baby food, such as dry instant milk formulas, fermented milk products, and lactose-free items. The recall pertains to trademarks such as NAN 1 OPTIPRO, NAN OPTIPRO 2, NAN EXPERTPRO, NAN 2 Optipro, PRENAN, and NAN LACTOSE FREE with specific production

Donald Trump Wants to Restart Venezuela's Oil Industry

Donald Trump, the President of the United States, intends to restore Venezuela's oil industry, which experts believe is in a "catastrophic state." Years of neglect of infrastructure have led to the corrosion of tanks, leaks in pipelines, and a significant decrease in production volumes. According to information from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, Venezuela has about 17% of the world's proven oil reserves. In the 1970s, the country reached production levels of

In Chui Region, young people hijacked a car and caused an accident

An criminal case has been registered regarding this incident under Article 211 (Theft of a Motor Vehicle) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During operational-search activities, the police identified the suspects: N.A. (born in 2006), N.M. (born in 2009), and Sh.B. (born in 2008). All of them were taken to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district for further investigative actions.

Restrictions on the operation of methane filling stations are being reintroduced in Uzbekistan

According to the press service of the Ministry of Energy, methane filling stations will operate on a new schedule from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, starting January 8, it is reported. The reason for the introduction of restrictions is the decrease in pressure in the main gas pipelines.

EAEU must expand trade with the Global South, the Arab world, and Asia, - President of Kazakhstan Tokayev

- In his speech, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that "the EAEU must actively develop economic cooperation with external partners." By 2025, it is planned to sign Free Trade Agreements with Mongolia and Indonesia, as well as an Economic Partnership Agreement with the UAE, which is a tangible result of the joint efforts of the member countries and the Commission. Tokayev also emphasized the importance of expanding the EAEU's ties with the nations of the Global South, the Arab world,

Violations Detected at the Kyrgyz-Kazakh Border During the Import of 44.2 Tons of Potatoes from Russia

- At the Kyrgyz-Kazakh section of the state border, during the import of 44.2 tons of potatoes from Russia, violations of phytosanitary requirements were identified. The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry made a corresponding statement. According to the information from the agency, on January 7, 2026, at the "Consolidated Post" near the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint, an absent phytosanitary certificate for the cargo was discovered,

Media: Protesters in Iran Capture First City, Iranian Authorities Deny

A new wave of protests in Iran has reached a critical point. According to Western news agencies, authorities have lost control over the city of Abdanan, located in the west of the country. Street demonstrations there are taking place without interference from law enforcement, and local residents are openly celebrating the events, reports CNN. Abdanan is in Ilam province, near the border with Iraq. According to Iranian opposition sources, protesters have completely pushed security forces out of

Oil prices in 2025 fell to their lowest since 2020, - U.S. Department of Energy

- On January 5, the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported that the average price of Brent crude oil in 2025 fell to its lowest level since 2020. Throughout the year, the price of one barrel averaged $69, which, even when accounting for inflation, is a record low since 2020.

The USA demands that Venezuela expel spies from China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba, as well as sever economic ties with these countries.

The Trump administration insists that the interim authorities of Venezuela expel all suspected spies and agents of foreign intelligence services from the country, including representatives from China, Russia, Cuba, and Iran. This statement was made by a U.S. official and reported by Axios. It is important to note that this demand does not pertain to the regular diplomatic corps. Trump also expressed concern that Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, may face consequences if she

Bishkek City Police Department: Foreign citizens are required to carry original documents proving their identity

As part of the operation "Illegal," the Bishkek City Police Department is conducting checks and providing clarifications regarding compliance with migration regulations by foreign citizens. The Bishkek City Police Department emphasizes that the absence of the specified documents may lead to detention by law enforcement agencies for the purpose of establishing identity and verifying the legality of their stay. During the raids, over 35 foreign citizens were taken to the Police

Drinking Water Contaminated Worldwide: Scientists Warn of the Dangers of PFAS Substances

Professor Stuart Harrad, an expert in water ecology, emphasizes that the data obtained indicate serious contamination of water resources with perfluorinated compounds. He also notes that simple methods, such as boiling or filtration, can effectively remove PFAS from water, highlighting the need for the application of accessible technologies to reduce their impact on human health. It is important to remember that PFAS molecules can accumulate in the body, leading to their buildup in tissues and

Valentina Shevchenko believes that fights between men and women are unacceptable

South Korea Bans Bear Farms for Gallbladder Production

Kazakhstan Aims to Ensure Barrier-Free Trade in the EAEU by 2026

- In his address to the leaders of the countries participating in the Eurasian Economic Union, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted barrier-free trade as a key direction during Kazakhstan's chairmanship in the EAEU in 2026, emphasizing its importance for the functioning of the Union. Tokayev noted the necessity of eliminating administrative barriers, stating that all artificial restrictions hindering trade and the development of specific sectors, including bans on the

Kazakhstan Residents Are Being Stripped of Their Driver's Licenses Due to Health Issues

According to information from Orda.kz, the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Internal Affairs have checked 370 thousand people on dispensary registration. As experts found out, 273,819 people have never had a driver's license, 41,677 citizens have already been deprived of their driver's licenses, and more than 54 thousand can still operate vehicles.

Venezuelan Gold Worth £1.4 Billion Remains Blocked in the Bank of England's Vaults

According to The Guardian, approximately £1.4 billion worth of Venezuelan gold remains locked in the vaults of the Bank of England. In London, on Threadneedle Street, about 31 tons of this gold is stored, which constitutes around 15% of Venezuela's foreign reserves.

Sadyr Japarov Congratulated on Christmas

Today, January 7, President Sadyr Japarov congratulated the people of Kyrgyzstan on the celebration of Christmas. Here is the text of his greeting:

The White House stated that the U.S. is discussing options for acquiring Greenland, including the use of military means.

According to the White House, the president and his team are actively working on various strategies to achieve this goal, emphasizing that the use of armed forces remains an option for the commander-in-chief. Trump reiterated over the weekend that U.S. security requires control over Greenland, which prompted a sharp reaction from Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, who warned of the consequences of a potential U.S. attack for NATO.

The police are searching for Aimeirim Akisheva. She went out with her acquaintance and disappeared.

According to information received on January 6, 2026, A.K. contacted the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs requesting assistance in searching for her sister — Akišova Aymëirim Kalysbekovna, born in 2001. She went out to meet a friend and has been missing since. The fact of her disappearance was registered in the Incident Log of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs.

The Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan visited the victims of the fire at the nursing home

The Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanibek Dosmambetov, visited the Clinical Emergency Hospital in Bishkek to assess the condition of those injured in the fire that occurred at a nursing home.

President Tokayev proposed to direct EAEU funding towards the digitalization of industry and agriculture.

- The President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in his address to the leaders of the member states of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), indicated that the third key direction of Kazakhstan's presidency in this union in 2026 will be technological progress based on digitalization in both industry and the agro-industrial complex. As Tokayev noted, "Industry and the agro-industrial complex form the economic foundation of the EAEU member states. Our common task is to deepen and

Tokaev proposed for the EAEU to become the leading logistics hub of the continent

- In his speech, the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, outlined a secondary but important direction for the country's chairmanship in the Eurasian Economic Union for 2026 — the development of the logistics sector and transforming the Union into a leading logistics hub on the continent. According to him, "The Eurasian Economic Union represents a geopolitical bridge between the East and the West, as well as the North and the South. Transit routes pass through the

Tesla has for the first time ceded leadership in global electric vehicle sales to BYD, - Bloomberg

- In 2025, Tesla, led by Elon Musk, lost its leadership in the global electric vehicle market to the Chinese manufacturer BYD, as reported by Bloomberg. According to the publication's data, Tesla's deliveries declined for the second consecutive time, dropping by approximately 9% in 2024. In contrast, BYD has shown continuous growth in deliveries for five quarters.

In the UK, advertising of unhealthy food has been banned online and restricted on television

According to new rules, the advertising of products high in sugar, fat, and salt will be completely banned on the internet. This decision affects 13 categories of goods, including sugary drinks (such as yogurts), chips, salted crackers, cookies, sweet breakfasts, popcorn, chocolate, chewing gum, ice cream, sweet pastries, pizza, and frozen meals. Statistics show that 22.1% of children in the UK are overweight or suffer from obesity by the time they enter primary school, and by the end of their