WSJ: Senior Chinese General Accused of Passing Nuclear Secrets to the U.S.

According to the WSJ, Zhang Yusya, a high-ranking general in the Chinese armed forces, is suspected of passing confidential information about China's nuclear weapons to the United States. Sources reported that the general is also under investigation for forming political groups, indicating his attempts to undermine party unity and abuse of power within the top military leadership known as the Central Military Commission.

The project of a cascade of small hydropower plants on the Tar River is estimated at $300 million

On January 23, 2026, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the Cabinet of Ministers and the company LLC "Kyrgyzstan Reclaim Co. LTD" regarding the construction of a cascade of small hydroelectric power stations on the Tar River, located in the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region. The document was signed by the Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov and the General Director of LLC "Kyrgyzstan Reclaim Co. LTD" Tszyu Chenzi.

A memorandum has been signed for the construction of a cascade of small hydropower plants on the Tar River

The Case of the Riots. Former Deputy Shailoobek Atazov Released on Bail

Shailoobek Atazov, a former member of the Jogorku Kenesh, has been released under a travel ban. This information has been confirmed by his relatives. Photo from the archive Atazov was arrested in the fall of 2025 on suspicion of organizing mass riots. Recently, it was reported that another former MP, Kubanychbek Kadyrbekov, was also released from custody.

Import of Chinese Cars to Russia Decreased by 42% in 2025

- In 2025, there was a significant decrease in the import of Chinese cars to Russia, amounting to 42.1% compared to 2024. This data was provided by the General Administration of Customs of China. The number of imported cars fell from 1.1 million units in 2024 to 632.3 thousand in 2025.

The price of gold has exceeded 5000 dollars for the first time

It is worth noting that the sharp rise in gold prices has become a characteristic feature of trading in conditions of devaluation, as investors turn to assets in search of protection against inflation and rising government debt worldwide. Robin Brooks, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, expressed his concerns about the current situation, noting that "the rise in precious metal prices is striking and raises serious concerns." He added that this is part of a broader issue

Belgium Imposed an Embargo on the Transit of Weapons to Israel

It is reported that the enforcement of the embargo will be carried out by customs services and the Federal Public Service for Mobility and Transport of Belgium (SPF Transport). In Belgium, the licensing of arms exports is conducted at the regional level, while issues related to transit fall under the jurisdiction of the federal government. This means that the imposed embargo could effectively block the use of previously issued regional export licenses.

During the chase, the Lexus driver committed 15 traffic violations

On the night of the previous day, employees of the Patrol Service of the Police in Bishkek stopped a Lexus 570 vehicle. According to information from the Patrol Service, the driver ignored the lawful demands of law enforcement officers and attempted to flee, grossly violating traffic rules in the process.

Food fairs are being held in the Kadamjay district

In the Kadamjay district, food fairs have been organized to provide the local population with affordable and quality food products. According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry, goods at the fairs are offered at prices significantly lower than market rates. The situation with food prices remains stable.

In Bishkek, a 12-year-old teenager is wanted.

The employees of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek are actively conducting search operations to find 12-year-old Daniil Arymbaev. According to information from the capital's Main Internal Affairs Directorate, on January 25, 2026, the boy's aunt, citizen K.G., contacted the Sverdlovsk Internal Affairs Department for help. She reported the disappearance of her nephew, who was born in 2013. Daniil was last seen on January 25 at 12:30 PM when he left the

Ministry of Energy: Rehabilitation of the Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station Completed and the Second Unit of the Uch-Kurgan Station Updated

- At the meeting of the Ministry of Energy, summarizing the results of 2025, information was presented about the work carried out on the rehabilitation of the Toktogul HPP and the modernization of the Uch-Kurgan HPP. According to the agency's data, within the framework of the project "Rehabilitation of the Toktogul HPP. Phase No. 3," the upgrade of the third hydro unit has been completed, which allowed for an increase in its capacity by 60 MW. All four hydro units at the Toktogul

Launch of the second hydro unit of the Kambar-Ata HPP-2: contractors from China and South Korea identified

- At the final meeting of the Ministry of Energy, information was presented on the progress of work on the commissioning of the second hydro unit at the Kambar-Ata HPP-2. In order to attract experienced contractors, the project was divided into three lots, and after conducting international tenders, contractors were selected for all areas:

The license of the construction company "Aalam Stroy" has been suspended

The license of the construction company OsOO "Aalam Stroy" has been suspended for a period of 90 days. According to representatives of the Ministry of Construction, this decision was the result of an inspection conducted.

Construction sites without a single passport identified in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, construction sites have been identified that lack passports. According to the press service of the Ministry of Construction, the city management of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department conducted an inspection and found that a number of sites are not registered in the official registry and do not have a unified passport. During this inspection, the following addresses were established where the passport is missing:

The youth national hockey team of Kyrgyzstan became the world champion

The youth national hockey team of Kyrgyzstan, consisting of players under 20 years old, achieved significant success by winning gold medals at the World Championship in Group B of the third division. According to the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, the team demonstrated an excellent level of play and confidently won all five matches of the tournament.

Two People Killed in Fire of Oil Tanker on Bishkek–Osh Highway

In the Chuy region, a tragic incident occurred today on the Bishkek–Osh highway, resulting in the deaths of two people. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the incident happened at the 140th kilometer of the Bishkek–Osh road when a fuel tanker transporting petroleum products caught fire.

In Turkey, the body of a citizen of Uzbekistan was found without a head in a trash bin.

In Istanbul, in the Şişli district, police stumbled upon a headless body wrapped in a sheet, which had been discarded in a trash can. This was reported by the Lenta.ru agency, citing information from the Sabah publication. According to local residents, the body was discovered by a person collecting paper. Later, after fingerprint verification, it was established that the body belonged to 37-year-old Durdona Hakimova, a citizen of Uzbekistan. Currently, law enforcement agencies have cordoned

Kyrgyzstan Elected Chair of the SPECA Program for 2026

The 20th session of the Governing Council and the second meeting of the SPECA Fund Committee took place in Ashgabat as part of a week dedicated to this program. According to the Ministry of Justice, during these events, the Kyrgyz Republic was elected to the position of Chair of the SPECA Program for 2026. This chairmanship will provide Kyrgyzstan with new opportunities to strengthen its international image, protect national interests, and actively participate in the development of the SPECA

A Pack of Wolves Forced the Closure of an Italian Airport

In early January, videos began appearing on social media showing wolves strolling near homes in the cities of Rimini and Cesena, with one clip capturing the moment when three wolves attacked a cat. This drew attention to the issue of coexistence between humans and wildlife, which is also relevant in other European countries such as France, Germany, and Spain. On January 6, Rimini Fellini Airport suspended all flights. The reason for this was not weather conditions, but a pack of four wolves

During Maduro's Capture, American Military Used New Secret Weapon

In an interview, Trump detailed a new weapon called the "Discombobulator" and emphasized that it played a key role in the successful capture of Maduro. According to him, this device affected Venezuelan military equipment produced by China and Russia. CNN: The U.S. acquired a device that causes "Havana syndrome" about a year ago Reports about the new weapon emerged against the backdrop of information from CNN, which claims that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

In Bishkek, a drunk driver refused to undergo testing

On the night of January 24, around 01:00, officers from the Patrol Police Department stopped a Lexus 570 for inspection. During the inspection, the driver exhibited signs of alcohol intoxication, such as a characteristic smell of alcohol and inadequate behavior while driving, which led to his referral to a narcological center for examination. During the examination at the narcological center, the fact of alcohol consumption was confirmed. However, the driver, attempting to avoid the procedure,

In favor of the state, property worth more than 530 million soms has been seized and transferred.

As part of the enforcement of court decisions, the Bailiff Service has collected an amount of 185 million 588 thousand 605 soms in favor of various state and municipal institutions, including the State Tax Service, the State Customs Service, as well as the city administration and local self-government bodies. According to the General Prosecutor's Office, during the enforcement proceedings, claims were made against movable and immovable property, with a total value of 344 million 924

Construction company "Zam Zam Building" included in the blacklist

During the inspections, it was also established that office spaces and citizen reception areas were organized at construction sites, which constitutes a violation of legislation under conditions of increased production risk. Numerous violations of construction standards were discovered during the work. As a result of the inspection, an administrative fine was imposed on the construction company "Zam Zam Building," and the issue of suspending its license was considered at the

Ministry of Economic Development: Citizens' Complaints About Pawnshops Decreased After Changes to the Law in 2024

After the changes to the legislation in 2024, the number of complaints from citizens about pawnshops significantly decreased. This was reported on the radio by Süyörkul Ashimjan uulu, the chief specialist of the supervision, control, and monitoring department of the financial market at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. He noted that before the reform, most citizen complaints were related to high interest rates and additional fees associated with loans from pawnshops. "Many citizens