Three Foreigners Wanted Internationally Detained in Kyrgyzstan
Incidents

Three Foreigners Wanted Internationally Detained in Kyrgyzstan

The suspects are connected to an organized crime group and fraud As a result of search operations conducted on the territory of Kyrgyzstan, three individuals wanted internationally by Interpol have been detained, reports the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

05.03.2026, 19:58
Society

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan ranked 95th in the global gender gap index

Kyrgyzstan, according to the Global Gender Gap Index, ranked 95th in the world gender gap ranking in 2025. Analysts conducted a study on women's rights in different countries, timed to coincide with International Women's Day. The results show that humanity will not achieve full gender equality for at least another 123 years.

05.03.2026, 19:58
Economy

Export of Frozen Fruits to Russia Increased Threefold by the End of 2025

- According to the National Statistical Committee, in 2025, the export of frozen fruits to Russia increased threefold. According to the agency's information, from January to December 2025, the volume of frozen fruit exports from Kyrgyzstan to Russia amounted to 4,700 tons, bringing in $16 million. This is a significant increase compared to 2024, when 1,600 tons were shipped for $2.7 million.

05.03.2026, 19:41
At Osh Airport, a shipment of smuggled gold worth one million soms was detained
Incidents

At Osh Airport, a shipment of smuggled gold worth one million soms was detained

Tax inspectors found gold jewelry without the necessary documents from a passenger arriving from EAEU countries Employees of the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan prevented an attempt to illegally import jewelry. According to the agency, the smuggling was detected at Osh International Airport during an inspection of cargo arriving from the Eurasian Economic Union countries.

05.03.2026, 19:40
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect wanted by Turkey has been detained

On March 5, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of a foreign citizen in Bishkek. The Turkish law enforcement agencies announced an international search for O.Ch., born in 1986. He is suspected of committing fraud, making threats with the use of weapons, and causing bodily harm.

05.03.2026, 19:40
Politics

The deputy proposes to send Dogdurkul Kendirbaev to the regions

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Aigul Akhmedova expressed her opinion on the necessity of Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva's trips to the regions. She noted that, despite the fact that we are now in the 21st century, many educational institutions in the districts look as if they have been left behind in the last century. Akhmedova said: "Our esteemed Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva is actively opening new schools and kindergartens, which is certainly commendable.

05.03.2026, 19:39
Society

In the city of Manas, workers of the judicial system were congratulated

A celebration dedicated to the Day of Judicial Workers of the Kyrgyz Republic took place at the House of Justice in Manas. Among the participants were the chairperson of the Jalal-Abad Regional Court, Zhipar Sabirova, judges from the regional court, as well as representatives of district and city courts. Local government officials and law enforcement representatives, as well as staff from the judicial apparatus, were also present.

05.03.2026, 19:26
Incidents

A Russian national with someone else's passport of a Kyrgyz citizen was detained at Issyk-Kul. He was wanted.

On Friday, March 5, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the detention of a foreigner in Cholpon-Ata, located in the Issyk-Kul region. This individual was wanted by Interpol. K.D.M., born in 1980, was wanted by Russian authorities on suspicion of committing fraud amounting to 8 million 346 thousand rubles. The investigation believes that he was hiding in Issyk-Kul, using a passport issued under a different name.

05.03.2026, 19:25
Exclusive

GKNB: An employee of the GUOBDD has been detained on suspicion of fraud

The author of the material is K-News. Any copying or partial use is possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. In Kyrgyzstan, the GKNB, together with the SVR of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the KR, detained an employee of the GUOBDD of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the KR OPSM, who is suspected of fraud. It has been established that in August 2025, he deceitfully received 100,000 soms (50,000 soms each from citizens "K.Y." and "T.D.") for

05.03.2026, 19:15
In Osh, a police officer was detained for extortion
Society

In Osh, a police officer was detained for extortion

During anti-corruption activities conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), a case of extortion by a police officer working in the "Sulaiman-Too" department of the Osh City Police was identified. The name of the detainee is Senior Lieutenant of Police M.A.Z. According to the investigation, this police officer, taking advantage of his official position, demanded from a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, A.K.D., the sum of 200 US dollars. This money

05.03.2026, 19:09
Society

The mayor's office explained to the deputy the reason for the shooting of stray dogs in Bishkek

In response to the inquiry from the member of the Jogorku Kenesh, Guli Kozhokulova, regarding the legality of shooting stray dogs, the Bishkek city administration reported that these activities are carried out in accordance with the legislation of Kyrgyzstan and with the aim of ensuring the safety of citizens. According to information from the municipality, the capture and shooting of stray animals is handled by the enterprise "Tazalyk." These actions are based on the resolution of

05.03.2026, 19:03
Incidents

In Kante, a man lied about the murder of his wife

In the Chuy region, a local resident will be punished for making a false call to the police, as reported by the press service of the regional police department. According to law enforcement, on March 4, an unknown drunk man called the emergency line and claimed that he had killed his wife. His speech was inadequate and incoherent.

05.03.2026, 19:03
KarakoL received Travelife Certified certification at the ITB Berlin exhibition
Society

KarakoL received Travelife Certified certification at the ITB Berlin exhibition

The public association "Destination Karakol" has received the prestigious Travelife Certified certification, which is the highest award in the field of sustainable tourism on the international stage. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Economy. The award ceremony took place in Berlin as part of the ITB Berlin 2026 international tourism exhibition, highlighting the significance of this event.

05.03.2026, 18:54
Health

The blood center building in Osh is in a deplorable state

During yesterday's session of the Osh City Council, held on March 4, the issue concerning the state of the Osh Regional and City Blood Center was discussed. Deputy Aidar Kamalov addressed the mayor with criticism regarding the current condition of this institution.

05.03.2026, 18:52
Society

In the city of Karakol, deputies reviewed the mayor's report and sent it for revision.

On March 5 in Karakol, during the XVIII session of the city council, Mayor Kanybek Adiev presented a report on the socio-economic development for the past year. However, the discussion of the results became the subject of a heated debate, and as a result, the report was sent back for revision. 28 out of 41 city council deputies participated in the meeting.

05.03.2026, 18:46
Incidents

In 2025, more than 318,000 cases were filed in the courts of Kyrgyzstan, - Supreme Court

In his congratulatory message on the occasion of the Day of Judicial System Employees, the Chairman of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan, Mederbek Satiev, highlighted the achievements of the judicial system for the year 2025. The press service of the Supreme Court reported this on March 5. This year, the judicial system of Kyrgyzstan faced an increase in incoming cases, totaling over 318,000, which significantly exceeds the figures from 2024, when over 247,000 cases were reviewed. This indicates

05.03.2026, 18:40
Incidents

In Osh, during Operation "Den", suspects in the sale of a particularly large batch of hashish have been detained.

On March 5, the press service of the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported a successful operation to curb the activities of a criminal drug group in the city of Osh, which was engaged in the sale of significant volumes of Afghan-origin drugs. The operation "Den" took place on March 2, when narcotics control officers detained K.S.D., born in 1989, during the sale of hashish. As a result of further investigation, it was revealed that the organizer of this group is M.A.A.,

05.03.2026, 18:38