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The Atlantic: Ukraine May Be Ready to Concede Donbass to Russia

According to Shuster, two advisors to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that the possibility of relinquishing control over eastern territories is being discussed. They consider this step as "the most serious concession" in negotiations with Moscow. According to him, to legitimize such a compromise, the possibility of holding a referendum on a peace plan is being considered, which would allow Ukrainians to vote on an agreement that includes territorial losses. Shuster

13.02.2026, 12:13

Economy / Exclusive

"Salik Kuzot". The State Tax Service reported what is changing in inspections after the implementation of the new system.

Recently, the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic announced the launch of the analytical system "Salyk Kuzot", aimed at increasing transparency in tax administration, reducing corruption risks, and creating fairer conditions for doing business. At a press conference dedicated to this event, the Deputy Chairman of the GNS KR, Jienbekov Bakyt Muratovich, emphasized that this system was developed in response to long-standing systemic problems faced by tax authorities.

13.02.2026, 12:07

Society / Exclusive

In the Issyk-Kul region, 2,000 new reinforced concrete supports will be installed

This year, work will continue in the Issyk-Kul region on the modernization of electrical networks. The Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced plans to replace more than 2000 outdated wooden poles with modern reinforced concrete ones. According to the ministry's information, the wooden poles that are to be replaced were installed in the 1960s and 70s and have long exceeded their service life, being in an emergency condition. The work will be carried out in 2026 in the

13.02.2026, 12:04

Society / Exclusive

In Batken Region, major and scheduled repairs of overhead lines have begun

In the Batken region, large-scale work is beginning on the repair of overhead power lines, which will be carried out by the regional electric grid enterprise. The repairs will cover lines with voltages of 220, 110, and 35 kV. According to the press service of this enterprise, in accordance with the approved schedule for 2026, about 20 kilometers of overhead lines will be completely repaired, while 1380 kilometers will undergo scheduled maintenance.

13.02.2026, 11:57

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Agreement Signed with ADB on the Financial Market Development Project for Small and Medium Enterprises in the Kyrgyz Republic

The meeting between the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and the President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Tsou Jia, recently took place. According to the government press service, Kasymaliev congratulated Tsou Jia on his election and expressed hope for productive cooperation that could expand partnerships and open new horizons. Speaking about the state of the country's economy, the Chairman of the Cabinet noted that in recent

13.02.2026, 11:39

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Edil Baisalov announced the launch of accelerated modernization of state universities

At the meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov expressed his views on the importance of creating a new ministry. According to the government, this decision is part of the country's strategy for modernizing higher education and science. In his speech, Edil Baisalov emphasized that the ministry should become a powerful center for attracting talented students, a source of relevant

13.02.2026, 11:34

Economy / Exclusive

In the Kyrgyz Republic, the deadline for the legalization of jewelry without primary documents expires on March 1.

The State Tax Service reminds that until March 1 of this year, there is still an opportunity to legalize jewelry made of precious metals that were imported or produced earlier but do not have primary documents. According to the agency's information, this initiative allows individuals to avoid liability and be exempt from the obligations of a tax agent. There are only 16 days left to take advantage of this opportunity. Legalized jewelry will be subject to a reduced assay fee: For items

13.02.2026, 11:31

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In an apartment in Istanbul, where a citizen of Uzbekistan was beheaded, traces of the murder of another woman were found — media

During the investigative activities, it became known that on January 23, Saiyora stopped communicating with her relatives. The police established that she was last seen entering the house where Durdona Hakimova was later killed. According to Habertürk, surveillance camera footage confirmed that on that day, Ergashalieva entered the building, shortly followed by two suspects in the murder — men from Uzbekistan, D.A.U.T. (31 years old) and G.A.K. (29 years old). According to media reports, both

13.02.2026, 11:26

Economy / Exclusive

A free seminar on digital literacy and cryptocurrency will be held in Bishkek.

A free seminar dedicated to working with cryptocurrencies will be held in Bishkek on February 21. The organizers of the event, the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies, emphasized that the seminar aims to enhance financial and digital literacy among citizens, as well as to develop practical skills in blockchain technologies and foster a responsible approach to virtual assets.

13.02.2026, 11:20

Society / Exclusive

In Bishkek, 50,000 seedlings will be purchased and a new nursery will be created on 48 hectares.

In 2026, new seedlings are planned to be planted in the capital of Kyrgyzstan in place of old trees that have been damaged by pests and irrigation issues. As part of this project, the construction of modern irrigation systems will also be organized to ensure the full growth of plants. The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, announced this at a meeting of the board, where it was decided to create walking areas along the Big Chui Canal and the Ala-Archa River. As part of the project

13.02.2026, 11:18

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In the Prosecutor General's Office of Kyrgyzstan, the fight against cybercrime was discussed

During the meeting, the widespread types of internet fraud were discussed, as well as cases of drug use and trafficking among adolescents. Schemes such as phone scams, hacking accounts in messengers and social networks, and fraudulent offers of high income with low risk were addressed. Additionally, significant attention was given to the issue of drug trafficking conducted via the internet. During the discussions, emphasis was placed on the necessary measures for effective combat against cyber

13.02.2026, 11:15

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Sadyr Japarov: Our friendship with Tashiev will endure

President Sadyr Japarov, in an interview with the Kabar agency, spoke about his decision to relieve Kamchybek Kydyrshaevich from his position. He emphasized that before making this decision, he contacted Kydyrshaev and explained the situation that had arisen. "My decision was made solely to ensure the peace and unity of our nation. It is wrong to link our friendship with positions or personal interests," the president noted.

13.02.2026, 11:07

Sports / Exclusive

Usyk Assigned Mandatory Fight by WBC: World Boxing Council Issues Ultimatum to Ukrainian Boxer

The World Boxing Council (WBC) announced a mandatory fight for Oleksandr Usyk against Agit Kabayel. According to the rules, the WBC heavyweight champion must defend his title in the next bout.

13.02.2026, 11:05

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The trade turnover between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan increased almost 24 times and amounted to $36 million, - Cabinet of Ministers

- On February 13, 2026, a meeting took place between Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, and the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, who visited Kyrgyzstan on a working visit to participate in the first meeting of the Intergovernmental Council between the two countries. The press service of the Cabinet reports on the outcomes of this meeting. During the discussion, Kasymaliev noted that in 2025, the trade turnover

13.02.2026, 11:04

Economy / Exclusive

The Guarantee Fund provided businesses with loans of nearly 55 billion soms

According to information provided by the press service of the Joint Stock Company "Guarantee Fund," as of today, the fund's partner network includes 28 organizations. Among them, there are 19 partner banks, 3 microfinance organizations, 1 microcredit company, as well as several funds, including the Russian-Kyrgyz, Uzbek-Kyrgyz, and Azerbaijani-Kyrgyz development funds, as well as the Hungarian-Kyrgyz development fund and the Financial and Credit Development Fund. The total

13.02.2026, 10:59

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Ministry of Energy: 2000 new reinforced concrete poles will be installed in the Issyk-Kul region in 2026

In 2026, work will continue in the Issyk-Kul region to update the electrical networks. The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan reports plans to replace more than 2000 old wooden poles with modern reinforced concrete ones. The wooden poles scheduled for replacement were installed in the 1960s and 70s and have significantly exceeded their normative service life, being in critical condition.

13.02.2026, 10:50

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President: Facts of Abuse in the State Committee for National Security Will Be Investigated, No One Will Be Covered Up

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, in his interview with the "Kabar" agency, responded to accusations that emerged on social media regarding possible abuses by some security service employees in the context of the fight against corruption and crime. In particular, claims arose that a number of employees acted in their own interests, using the name of Kamchybek Tashiev to cover up their illegal actions.

13.02.2026, 10:50

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Sadyr Japarov: The State Committee for National Security Will Implement a Quality Reform Addressing Modern Threats

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov recently shared his thoughts on the reform of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) in an interview with the Kabar agency. When asked about the possibility of the special service returning to traditional functions focused on intelligence and counterintelligence, the president replied that the SCNS has successfully handled its assigned tasks. “Moreover, it can be asserted that in some areas it has even exceeded expectations.

13.02.2026, 10:30

Society / Exclusive

On the North-South highway, an avalanche has occurred again: traffic is temporarily closed

At the 198th kilometer of the alternative North-South road, on January 13, at 07:30, a new snow avalanche occurred. According to information provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the avalanche has a volume of about 1000 cubic meters. At the moment, specialized equipment from the Road Maintenance Enterprise (DMP) No. 24 is involved in the cleanup operations. As a result, traffic on the highway is temporarily suspended. Additional information will be provided later, - the

13.02.2026, 10:25

Economy / Exclusive

The forum "Agrodialog-2026" will be held in Bishkek.

Kyrgyzstan is preparing for an important event in the agricultural sector. The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry informs about the upcoming forum "Agrodialog–2026," which will be held from February 18 to 21. Within the framework of this forum, the signing of over 100 memorandums aimed at attracting investments, implementing new technologies, and expanding export opportunities for local products is planned. It is expected that more

13.02.2026, 10:22

Society / Exclusive

Attention! A thick fog will cover Bishkek and the Chui Valley

According to information provided by the Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, fog is forecasted in Bishkek and the Chui Valley for the next hour and throughout the day. It is also reported that visibility may drop to 500 meters.

13.02.2026, 10:14

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The Cabinet has made changes to measures for ensuring food security

- On February 12, 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers decided to amend Resolution No. 816, which was approved on December 22, 2025. According to the new conditions, for a period of one year, operations related to the supply and import of potatoes and onions produced by agricultural producers operating in the territory of Kyrgyzstan are exempt from value-added tax. This tax benefit applies to products classified under certain commodity codes of the Customs Union and is implemented through a zero VAT

13.02.2026, 10:06

Education / Exclusive

The Ministry of Education and the Embassy of the People's Republic of China Discussed Joint Educational Projects

Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva held a meeting with the Ambassador of China Liu Jiangping. During this meeting, as reported by the ministry's press service, the directions of cooperation in the field of education between the two countries were discussed. In particular, attention was focused on the development of interaction in areas such as preschool, general, and initial vocational education, as well as on expanding practical mechanisms for partnership.

13.02.2026, 10:05

Incidents / Exclusive

Poachers Identified in the Issyk-Kul Region, Weapons Seized

The internal affairs bodies of the Issyk-Kul region are conducting large-scale operational and preventive measures called "Arsenal". According to the police, the main task of these measures is to prevent offenses related to firearms, as well as to combat poaching in the region. In January 2026, 28 facilities with permits and 1,547 hunters were checked. As a result of the inspections, 54 administrative protocols were drawn up, and the total amount of fines imposed was 147,000 soms.

13.02.2026, 10:04