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Kyrgyz Celebrities Sound the Alarm Over Fraudsters

In Kyrgyzstan, artists and bloggers have called on the population to remain vigilant to avoid falling into the traps set by cybercriminals. According to their statements, every day in Bishkek, between 20 to 30 people become victims of internet fraud. The appeal emphasizes that cybercrimes not only result in financial losses but also threaten family budgets, parents' pension savings, and the future of children.

06.02.2026, 08:16
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In Nooken, members of the women's cell of the REO "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami" have been detained

On the territory of Nooken, located in the Jalal-Abad region, employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) detained participants of the women's cell of the radical organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami." It became known that during counter-terrorism operations in the Nooken district, activists were identified who used sewing and tailoring classes to attract young women. In the process of their work, they subtly introduced the ideology of this banned organization.

06.02.2026, 08:08
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In Nooken, a women's sewing school was used for recruitment into "Hizb ut-Tahrir"

In the Jalal-Abad region, in the Nooken district, active participants of the women's wing of the religious extremist group "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami" were discovered, according to information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The investigation claims that the girls were engaged in labor activities under the pretext of learning sewing and tailoring. During these classes, the ideology of "Hizb ut-Tahrir" was subtly introduced to

06.02.2026, 07:56
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The former president of Nagorno-Karabakh was sentenced to life in prison.

The military court of Baku announced sentences for high-ranking military and political figures of Nagorno-Karabakh, detained in the fall of 2023, as reported by Meduza. Araik Arutyunyan, who served as the president of Nagorno-Karabakh from May 2020 until September 1, 2023, received a life sentence, which corresponded to the prosecution's demands. Life sentences were also handed down to the former commander of the defense army of the unrecognized republic, Levon Mnatsakanyan, his deputy

05.02.2026, 20:29
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Fire engulfed hundreds of hay bales in the Kochkor district

In the village of Kara-Küngöy, located in the rural district of Ormon-Khan in the Kochkor region, a resident on Botaliev Street experienced a hay fire. According to available information, the fire broke out in the man's garden, where the harvested hay was stored. Local residents attempted to extinguish the fire themselves; however, firefighters soon arrived on the scene and successfully extinguished the blaze.

05.02.2026, 19:42
The Kyrgyzstani accused of large-scale fraud has been extradited from Georgia
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The Kyrgyzstani accused of large-scale fraud has been extradited from Georgia

S. T., suspected of committing large-scale fraud, has been extradited to Kyrgyzstan from Georgia, as reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. Upon arrival in the country, he was placed in a detention center, where criminal prosecution will continue in accordance with the law. Photo by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic.

05.02.2026, 18:07
Citizen of Kyrgyzstan accused of large-scale fraud extradited from Georgia
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Citizen of Kyrgyzstan accused of large-scale fraud extradited from Georgia

S.T. has returned to Kyrgyzstan, who was wanted for large-scale fraud. This information was provided by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the agency, the extradition became possible thanks to the joint efforts of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic and the relevant authorities of Georgia. Photo by the Prosecutor General's Office Upon arrival in Kyrgyzstan, S.T. was placed in a pre-trial detention center, where the investigation

05.02.2026, 17:18
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In Sokuluk, preventive measures were conducted among foreign workers at construction sites

In the Sokuluk district, law enforcement officers conducted a series of preventive measures at construction sites where citizens of other countries are employed. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. These activities were organized to maintain public order and ensure the tranquility of local residents. Police officers visited the construction sites and held discussions with foreign workers.

05.02.2026, 17:03
A Kyrgyzstani was extradited from Georgia
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A Kyrgyzstani was extradited from Georgia

Thanks to the coordinated efforts of the General Prosecutor's Office and the relevant authorities of Georgia, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, S.T., who is accused of large-scale fraud, has been returned to Kyrgyzstan. According to the supervisory agency, after the extradition, the suspect was placed in a pre-trial detention center, where criminal proceedings will continue in accordance with the law.

05.02.2026, 16:53
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A Suspect in Large-Scale Fraud Extradited from Georgia to Kyrgyzstan

A citizen of Kyrgyzstan, S.T., suspected of serious fraud, has been extradited from Georgia to Kyrgyzstan. According to the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, upon arrival in the country, S.T. was placed in a detention center, where his criminal prosecution will continue in accordance with the current legislation.

05.02.2026, 16:31
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In the Jumgal District, following the inspection, 106 officials were held accountable.

In 2025, the prosecutor's office of the Jumgal district carried out numerous activities aimed at combating corruption, monitoring compliance with legislation, protecting human rights, and safeguarding the interests of minors. According to information provided by the prosecutor's office, 104 inspections were conducted in 2025, which, according to statistics, is a decrease from 130 in the previous year. During these inspections, 227 violations of the law were identified, which is 13

05.02.2026, 15:58
The export of an ancient meteorite worth 323 million rubles was halted in Russia
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The export of an ancient meteorite worth 323 million rubles was halted in Russia

Photo kp_ru. Ancient meteorite "Aletai" In the port of St. Petersburg, customs officials prevented an attempt to illegally export a rare cosmic object. The meteorite, weighing over 2 tons, was being sent out of the country disguised as garden decor, as reported by Russian media. The criminals secured the meteorite on a metal stand and concealed it within wooden panels. However, inspectors suspected something was amiss during the cargo inspection. As a result of the check, the cosmic

05.02.2026, 15:40
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In Kyrgyzstan, there were 4,429 incidents in a year: 313 people died

Summarizing the results of 2025, the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic reported 14 registered emergencies, resulting in the deaths of 32 people. The total material damage from these incidents amounted to 60.2 million soms. Compared to 2024, the consequences of emergencies have significantly decreased. However, the number of accidents, including domestic and technogenic incidents that do not fall under the definition of major emergencies, has increased. In 2025, 4,429 such

05.02.2026, 14:58
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At Issyk-Kul, preschool children are taught traffic rules

In the Issyk-Kul region, activities aimed at preventing road traffic accidents are actively underway. In 2025, the region recorded 223 traffic accidents, of which more than 90 incidents involved children. Unfortunately, as a result of violations of traffic rules, 9 teenagers lost their lives. To minimize such tragic events, employees of the road safety management department in the region conduct educational sessions in both schools and kindergartens. At a recent event at the "Ak

05.02.2026, 14:40
In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of car thefts has been detained
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of car thefts has been detained

The Bishkek police have detained a man suspected of a series of car thefts. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the capital. On January 31, a citizen named J.A. approached the law enforcement officers of the Pervomaisky District Department of Internal Affairs, reporting the theft of a bag containing 8,000 soms in cash from his BMW X5. The car was parked on Panfilov Street, and the criminals managed to escape from the crime scene. Photo of the Main

05.02.2026, 13:33
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At the intersection of Chuy and Fuchik, a motorcycle caught fire, and the patrol extinguished the blaze.

On February 5, around 1:00 PM, an incident involving a motorcycle fire occurred at the intersection of Chuy Avenue and Fuchik Street in Bishkek. This information was provided by the press service of the Patrol Police Department (PPD). According to available data, after receiving the report of the fire, the patrol officers immediately arrived at the scene, where they began to extinguish the flames. They also ensured road safety and provided support to emergency services until the firefighters

05.02.2026, 13:18
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In the Naryn Region, plots worth over 80 million soms have been returned

In the Kochkor district of the Naryn region, land plots that were previously unlawfully transferred into private hands have been returned. This information was provided by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. The press service noted that there are indeed facts of violations of land legislation.

05.02.2026, 12:51
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In the Issyk-Kul Region, yurts and trade pavilions burned down in a fire

A fire broke out in the Issyk-Kul region, covering about 2 hectares of land. According to preliminary data, 4 yurts and 2 trade pavilions were burned as a result of the blaze. The cause of the fire was dry grass igniting on the roadside in the village of Kök-Moynok-2. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Issyk-Kul region, the first firefighting team from Fire and Rescue Unit No. 19 in the city of Balykchy was dispatched to extinguish

05.02.2026, 12:26