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In Bishkek, three units were deployed to extinguish a fire in a store

A fire broke out in a store in the Lenin district of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. According to preliminary information, the fire ignited on the roof of the commercial building located on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, three fire crews and an operational headquarters were dispatched to the scene to extinguish the fire. Currently, information about the victims and the causes of the fire is being

13.02.2026, 15:55
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An Accident Occurred in Karakol

At the intersection of Gebze and Koenkozova streets in Karakol, on February 13, a traffic accident occurred. According to eyewitnesses, the collision involved a "Volkswagen Golf 3" and a "Toyota Sequoia." Accidents happen quite frequently at this intersection. Emergency response services are working at the scene.

13.02.2026, 15:49
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The court changed the decision in the case of Kanyshay Mamyrkulova. Her probation period was shortened.

The Bishkek City Court of Appeals has issued a new ruling in the case of journalist Kanyshay Mamyrkulova, as reported by human rights activist Gulshayir Abdirasulova on her Facebook page. According to the new ruling, Kanyshay Mamyrkulova was acquitted under Article 330, concerning incitement of interregional hostility, but found guilty under Article 278, Part 3, which punishes calls for mass riots. As a result, her probation period was reduced to three years.

13.02.2026, 15:44
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The Torquen - Toluk - Sary-Kamysh highway closed due to an avalanche.

Today, at 15:15, an avalanche occurred on the 25th kilometer of the Torcken - Toluk - Sary-Kamish road, located in the Toktogul district of the Jalal-Abad region. As a result, traffic on the highway has been temporarily suspended, reported the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to preliminary information, no one was injured. Current data on the amount of snow mass is being clarified. One unit of special equipment has been dispatched to the scene of the incident.

13.02.2026, 15:38
A state of emergency has been declared in the Chatkal district due to heavy snowfall
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A state of emergency has been declared in the Chatkal district due to heavy snowfall

The Chatkal district has been placed under a state of emergency of level II due to heavy snowfall. This was reported by the presidential representative in the Jalal-Abad region. Photo provided by the presidential representative in the Jalal-Abad region As a result of the adverse weather conditions, educational institutions in the district have switched to online format. Additionally, power outages have been recorded in some villages, and work is currently underway to restore electricity

13.02.2026, 15:31
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In Kyrgyzstan, the threat of avalanches remains

A storm warning has been issued by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to information from the Hydrometeorological Service, from February 13 to 16, there is a risk of avalanches in the mountainous regions of the country. Additionally, snowdrifts are expected in high-altitude areas, and icy conditions and worsened driving conditions may occur on the roads.

13.02.2026, 15:19
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The Bishkek City Hall Identified Financial Violations at the Sports School "Dolphin"

The Bishkek City Hall conducted an audit at the "Specialized Children's and Youth Olympic Reserve School for Swimming, Modern Pentathlon, Fencing, Triathlon, and Judo 'Dolphin'." This information was announced by the press service of the city hall. As a result of the audit, significant violations in financial discipline were identified, as well as discrepancies with the requirements of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic regarding accounting, reporting, and internal

13.02.2026, 15:14
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Landslide on the road to the Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station

In the Jalal-Abad region, in the area of the city of Kara-Kul, a landslide occurred on the internal road leading to the Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station. The volume of fallen stones is approximately 105 cubic meters, according to the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). Due to this incident, the road is temporarily closed; however, a detour route has been organized. There are no casualties as a result of the incident.

13.02.2026, 15:02
In the Issyk-Ata District, synthetic drugs were found on a guy during a search.
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In the Issyk-Ata District, synthetic drugs were found on a guy during a search.

The law enforcement agencies seized 10 packets containing the substance "Alpha-PVP". In the Issyk-Ata district, synthetic drugs were found on a suspicious young man during a search. This information was received from the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. Operational data regarding the storage and distribution of drugs in one of the houses in the village of Novopokrovka was received on February 11 by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district. The

13.02.2026, 14:34
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Avalanches Occurred on 11 Sections of the North-South Road. 17 Vehicles with Passengers Evacuated

The Ministry of Emergency Situations in the Jalal-Abad region provided information about the current state of the roads following recent snowfall and avalanches. According to preliminary data, on the Bishkek — Osh highway in the area of 255–260 km, known as the "Pelmennaia" and "Elik" sections, an avalanche occurred, leading to a temporary halt in traffic. A loader from DEP No. 23 was dispatched to the site to address the aftermath, and by 12:00, the road was opened for

13.02.2026, 14:08
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A substance resembling drugs was found in the pocket of an organized crime group member

In Talas, law enforcement agencies discovered a narcotic substance with one citizen, reported the press service of the regional Internal Affairs Department. According to the agency, a special order was issued to implement the main organizational plan of the police for the first half of 2026. As a result, from February 12 to 14, a raid called "Bandit" took place in the region.

13.02.2026, 13:51
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A meeting on combating cyber threats was held at the Prosecutor General's Office

- On February 12, an extended working meeting dedicated to the fight against cybercrime took place at the General Prosecutor's Office, reports the press service of the agency. Representatives from various organizations participated in this event, including the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the State National Security Committee, the State Penitentiary Service, the Financial Intelligence Unit, the National Bank, as well as the ministries of Digital Development, Education, Culture,

13.02.2026, 13:48
Video of the brutal shooting of dogs in Bishkek caused public outcry
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Video of the brutal shooting of dogs in Bishkek caused public outcry

A video has surfaced on social media showing employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" conducting a shooting of dogs on one of the streets in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. According to eyewitness accounts, the situation arose after neighbors complained about a woman who had many dogs living with her. Unknown individuals arrived at the scene, did not identify themselves, and had no documents or court orders with them. They entered private property and began shooting. The press

13.02.2026, 13:20
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An avalanche buried a shepherd and 50 sheep in Suusamyr — his partner revealed the details

Residents of the village are actively participating in search and rescue operations after a man was caught under an avalanche in the Suusamyr Valley. According to local witnesses, two men were herding sheep. "The guy in front suddenly turned around — and at that moment, the avalanche came down. The person who was leading the sheep from behind, along with a horse and about 50 sheep, was instantly buried under the snow," the report states.

13.02.2026, 11:52
Appeal Regarding Early Presidential Elections. Five People Sent to Pre-Trial Detention Center
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Appeal Regarding Early Presidential Elections. Five People Sent to Pre-Trial Detention Center

According to the court's information, Bekbolot Talgarbekov, Emil Uzakbaev, Kurmanbek Dyikanbaev, Kursan Asanov, and Aaly Karashev were arrested based on a decision by the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek. The court hearing on the case took place on February 12, where the investigating judge considered the request of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' investigative service to detain the aforementioned individuals on charges of "Mass Riots," according to the Criminal Code

13.02.2026, 11:45
In Bishkek, a suspect in robbery has been detained
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In Bishkek, a suspect in robbery has been detained

The press service of the Bishkek City Police Department reported the initiation of a criminal case regarding a robbery and the detention of a suspect. According to the information received, on January 4, a citizen identified as Ы.К. approached the Sverdlovsk District Police Department. He reported that around 5:30 AM, a group of people attacked him in the parking lot of the "Globus" store, causing bodily harm and stealing 10,000 soms, as well as a video recorder valued at

13.02.2026, 11:37
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"Letter 75". Detainees Placed in Pretrial Detention Center-1

On February 12, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek made a decision to remand several individuals in custody in connection with the case of mass riots. This information was published on February 13 by the court's press service, which reported to the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary." According to the court's decision, the following detainees will remain in detention center No. 1 until April 10:

13.02.2026, 10:56
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The state has been returned a plot of 2,780 square meters in the city of Osh.

According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, a plot of land measuring 2,780 square meters was returned to the state as a result of a lawsuit filed by the territorial administration in Osh and the relevant area of the land and water supervision service. Previously, based on a decision by the Administrative Court of the Osh region, this plot had been transferred to private ownership.

13.02.2026, 10:52
Three Suspects in Robbery Detained in Chuy Region
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Three Suspects in Robbery Detained in Chuy Region

Three young men were detained in the Chui region on suspicion of committing robbery, reports the press service of the regional police department. According to the police information, on February 10, a report was received at the police department of the Alamudun district from two residents of Bishkek. They stated that on February 7, they were attacked by unknown individuals in a field near the village of Lenin, who inflicted bodily harm and openly seized an iPhone 13 Pro Max, a bag with money,

13.02.2026, 10:45