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In a Bishkek kindergarten, caregivers accepted payment for meals into their personal accounts.
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In a Bishkek kindergarten, caregivers accepted payment for meals into their personal accounts.

An unscheduled inspection was conducted at kindergarten No. 68 in Bishkek, with the participation of Victoria Mozgacheva, the deputy mayor. This information was reported by the city municipality. During the inspection, violations of financial regulations were discovered. It was reported that some educators were accepting payments for children's meals into their personal electronic wallets and were charging more money than allowed. Furthermore, it turned out that the management of the

02.03.2026, 23:45
Instructions for Kyrgyz Citizens in the UAE During Hotel Evacuations
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Instructions for Kyrgyz Citizens in the UAE During Hotel Evacuations

The Consulate General of the Kyrgyz Republic in Dubai has issued instructions for citizens facing eviction from hotels in the UAE. This document contains recommendations on actions to take in situations where hotels demand payment for accommodation. It is noted that the UAE authorities have instructed hotels to extend the stay of guests who are present at the end of their accommodation period without charging fees under the current restrictions. In case of attempted eviction, citizens are

02.03.2026, 23:37
World

Trump announced three candidates for the post of head of Iran

In an interview with The New York Times, President Trump mentioned three "very good" candidates for the position of Iran's leader but did not disclose their names. Discussing possible changes in Iranian leadership, Trump expressed the opinion that an ideal scenario would be a takeover by Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

02.03.2026, 22:27
World

Israel has launched an offensive operation in Lebanon

The Chief of Staff of the IDF, Eyal Zamir, confirmed that the Israeli army has begun active operations against the "Hezbollah" movement. "We have moved to offensive actions. We must prepare for prolonged battles," he noted at a meeting with military personnel. Recently, "Hezbollah" carried out rocket and drone attacks on the Israeli city of Haifa, declaring this as "revenge for the blood of Ali Khamenei." According to media reports, some of the rockets

02.03.2026, 22:16
The Chui Regional Capital Construction Administration is headed by Bolot Apilov
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The Chui Regional Capital Construction Administration is headed by Bolot Apilov

Photo by the Ministry of Construction According to information from the Ministry of Construction, Bolot Apilov has been appointed as the head of the Chui regional capital construction management. The order for his appointment was signed by Nurdana Oruntaev, who holds the position of Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services.

02.03.2026, 22:14
World

"The Most Serious is Yet to Come." Trump Announces New Strikes on Iran

In a phone interview with CNN on March 2, President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. armed forces are already conducting operations against Iran, but the most serious actions are still ahead. “We are taking everything from them. Everything is going very well. We have a powerful military, and we are using it,” Trump noted. He also commented on the timeline of military actions, emphasizing that he does not expect a prolonged conflict. According to him, the operation may take about four weeks,

02.03.2026, 21:48
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Instructions for Kyrgyzstani Citizens: What to Do if You Are Evicted from a Hotel in the UAE

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has prepared recommendations for its citizens who are facing eviction from hotels in the United Arab Emirates. In light of the current events in the Middle East, the UAE authorities have issued instructions to hotels to extend the stay of guests whose check-out date has already passed, without charging additional fees. If you find yourself in a situation of eviction or are being prepared for eviction, follow these instructions.

02.03.2026, 21:43
In Bishkek, a woman working as a courier with a baby in her arms was gifted an apartment
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In Bishkek, a woman working as a courier with a baby in her arms was gifted an apartment

In Bishkek, the State Mortgage Company presented an apartment to a woman who worked as a courier while holding her infant. This was reported by the State Mortgage Company (GIK). 30-year-old Bayirkan Kuttubek kyzy, who faced domestic violence from her husband, obtained a protection order and is currently in a crisis center. Photo by GIK According to the information provided, Bayirkan stated that she returned to work just four days after giving birth. Additionally, with the support of the

02.03.2026, 21:37
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Escalation in the Middle East. Gas prices in Europe have risen by 50 percent

As a result of the conflict in the Middle East, gas prices in Europe have risen by 50%, reports Meduza citing its sources. The price increase was triggered by the suspension of operations at QatarEnergy, one of the world's leading producers of liquefied natural gas, due to attacks from Iran, according to Al Jazeera.

02.03.2026, 21:26
Sports

AFC Challenge League: Football Match Postponed Due to Situation in the Middle East

The football match involving the club "Muras United" as part of the AFC Challenge Cup has been postponed due to the escalation of the situation in the Middle East, as reported by the Kyrgyz Football Federation (KFS). Originally, the game was scheduled to take place on the night of March 5, where the team from Manas would meet the Saudi "Al-Ansar" in the playoffs at a neutral stadium in Qatar.

02.03.2026, 21:21
Residents of Bishkek are invited to visit the exhibition "Path"
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Residents of Bishkek are invited to visit the exhibition "Path"

The exhibition titled "Path" will open on March 5 at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. According to information provided by the museum, this event is not just an exhibition of landscapes, but a kind of visual diary that captures movements, reflections, and discoveries.

02.03.2026, 21:14
U.S. Defense Secretary Promises That the War in Iran Will Not Be "Endless"
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U.S. Defense Secretary Promises That the War in Iran Will Not Be "Endless"

Material prepared by K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. The U.S. Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, stated that the conflict in Iran will not drag on indefinitely. "This is not Iraq," he emphasized in response to journalists' questions. Hegseth explained that the main objectives of U.S. and Israeli operations are to eliminate the missile threat from Iran, destroy the country's naval forces, and prevent its

02.03.2026, 21:11
LGBT Propaganda. The Kolfest Team Responded to the Criticism of the Deputy of the Housing Committee
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LGBT Propaganda. The Kolfest Team Responded to the Criticism of the Deputy of the Housing Committee

The Kolfest festival team commented on the statements made by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Bolot Saginayev, who during a meeting of the parliamentary committee on science and education addressed the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Culture with a request to conduct an inspection of the event organizers. “Kolfest is a cultural international festival that brings together music, contemporary art, and cultural projects, attracting guests from various countries. Since its

02.03.2026, 21:08
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In Bishkek, the traffic schemes of eight bus routes have been temporarily changed

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 Bishkek, as a result of the closure of the southern side of Deng Xiaoping Avenue for repair work, the routes of eight bus lines have been temporarily changed. This information was disseminated by the city administration.

02.03.2026, 21:04
A Young Technicians' Station Will Open in Bishkek
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A Young Technicians' Station Will Open in Bishkek

The area of the new building is 2,563 square meters Construction of a modern building for the Station of Young Technicians is actively ongoing in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the city administration.

02.03.2026, 21:03
World

Ukraine will help shoot down Iranian drones

As reported by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, London has granted the United States permission to use its military bases for attacks on Iranian missile installations. He also noted that Ukrainian specialists will be involved to support the defense against drone attacks in the Persian Gulf. According to Starmer, Britain did not participate in the strikes by the U.S. and Israel on Iran, as it believes the conflict can be resolved peacefully. Nevertheless, Iran's actions pose a threat to

02.03.2026, 21:01
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The Ministry of Economic Development will develop KPIs for government bodies and local authorities on entrepreneurship development

- The Ministry of Economy intends to implement a system of performance indicators (KPI) for government institutions and local authorities, aimed at developing entrepreneurship, including small and medium-sized businesses. This initiative is enshrined in the draft plan for the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Kyrgyzstan until 2030. According to the plan, the methodology will be prepared by the fourth quarter of 2026. It is expected that this methodology will include

02.03.2026, 20:42
Sports

Photo - Silver of Meerim Jumanazarova at the ranking tournament in Albania

Meirim Jumanaazarova won a silver medal at the tournament held in Albania, as reported by UWW. In the final match, which took place on February 27, Meirim faced Bulgarian athlete Yuliana Yaneva, who is a silver medalist of the World Championship. As a result of the bout, Yaneva emerged victorious with a score of 2:0.

02.03.2026, 20:38
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At Manas Airport, the construction of a 5-story parking facility will be completed by July 2026

At Manas Airport, work is actively underway on the construction of a multi-level parking facility, which is scheduled for completion in July 2026. This information was shared by Manasbek Samidinov, Chairman of the Board of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," on his page on one of the social networks. According to Samidinov, the new facility will feature modern infrastructure, significantly improving conditions for passengers.

02.03.2026, 20:28