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Incidents

In Sokuluk, a foreigner was detained while driving a tinted foreign car without documents.

An incident occurred in the Sokuluk district involving a foreign citizen who was driving a car with illegally tinted windows and without the necessary documents. This information was provided by the press service of the Department of Road Safety of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. On February 25, 2026, employees of the Road Safety Department of the Sokuluk district police were patrolling the Bishkek-Osh highway. At around 08:30, they stopped a "Hyundai Sonata"

27.02.2026, 10:45
Politics

Why is there a large-scale purge of personnel associated with Tashiev in the Kyrgyz Republic?

At first glance, the answer to the question posed in the title seems obvious: there is a removal of people associated with General Tashiev. This explains the bewilderment caused by the recent resignations of Bakyt Torobaev and Kanybek Dosmambetov, who were part of the general's inner circle. Moreover, the surprise is not about the resignations themselves, but about the fact that they did not happen earlier, during the first wave of changes when Tashiev was still in office.

27.02.2026, 10:43
A sports complex worth 363 million soms will be built at the "Kyrgyz Sea" sanatorium.
Economy

A sports complex worth 363 million soms will be built at the "Kyrgyz Sea" sanatorium.

OJSC "Kyrgyzaltyn" has announced the start of an open tender for the construction of a sports complex in the village of Bosteri, which will be located on the territory of the branch of the "Kyrgyz Sea" sanatorium. The total amount planned for the implementation of the project is 363.4 million soms. The project includes the construction of a multifunctional sports complex "turnkey," which will feature a wrestling hall that can be adapted for mini-football and

27.02.2026, 10:42
Society

In 2025, more Americans left the USA than arrived for the first time since 1930

In 2025, the United States faced a unique situation — the number of Americans leaving the country for the first time since the Great Depression exceeded the number of those arriving. According to research from the Brookings Institution, there was a recorded net loss in migration that year — approximately 150,000 people left the country. It is predicted that this trend may intensify in 2026.

27.02.2026, 10:39
Deputy Minister of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic Sydykov Dismissed from Office
Politics

Deputy Minister of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic Sydykov Dismissed from Office

A new deputy minister will be presented soon The photograph of Orozbek Sydykov, who held the position of deputy minister, has been removed from the official web resource of the Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to sources in the agency, he has left his position, and the presentation of a new deputy is expected in the coming days. Orozbek Kadyrbekovich Sydykov was born in 1987 in the Osh region. He received higher education, graduating in 2012 from the Osh State Law

27.02.2026, 10:37
The level of air pollution in Bishkek has exceeded the norm by two times
Ecology / Exclusive

The level of air pollution in Bishkek has exceeded the norm by two times

The specialists of Kyrgyzhydromet reported that the air pollution level in Bishkek significantly exceeds permissible values. Monitoring conducted from February 20 to 26 revealed that the average daily concentration of harmful substances in the atmosphere was twice as high as the maximum allowable standards. It should be noted that the main sources of pollution are emissions from vehicles, heating systems in the private sector, as well as unfavorable weather conditions.

27.02.2026, 10:35
Melania Trump to Chair the UN Security Council for the First Time
Politics

Melania Trump to Chair the UN Security Council for the First Time

Melania Trump, the First Lady of the United States, will chair the UN Security Council. This was reported by DW. Photo Reuters. Melania Trump will chair the UN Security Council The United States is taking on the rotating presidency of the Security Council, and Melania Trump will be the first spouse of a president to lead a meeting. In her speech, she plans to discuss issues related to children, technology, and education. “This is a historic moment as Melania Trump will chair a Security Council

27.02.2026, 10:32
Education

1606 students participate in the regional olympiad

In Kyrgyzstan, the regional stage of the Republican Olympiad for school students will start on February 27. According to the Ministry of Education and Science, 1,606 students who placed in the top positions at the district level will participate in this stage of the Olympiad.

27.02.2026, 10:32
Kazakhstan Suspended the Extradition of a Former Navalny Staff Member to Russia
World

Kazakhstan Suspended the Extradition of a Former Navalny Staff Member to Russia

The process has been halted to consider the activist's request for refugee status. The next hearing in the Emelyanova case is scheduled for February 27. Yulia Emelyanova, who worked at the St. Petersburg headquarters of opposition politician Alexei Navalny, became the target of criminal prosecution in Russia in 2021 on charges of theft. The investigation claimed that she allegedly stole a phone from a taxi driver in St. Petersburg, but the activist herself asserted that the case was

27.02.2026, 10:32
Business of Kyrgyzstan is invited to review taxes
Economy

Business of Kyrgyzstan is invited to review taxes

The first meeting of the interdepartmental working group, which is preparing significant changes to the tax legislation of Kyrgyzstan, was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Minister of Economy Iskender Asylkulov. The press service of the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that this meeting served as a starting point for the reform of the Tax Code.

27.02.2026, 10:31
Oruntaev checked the construction of a new administrative building in Manas
Society / Exclusive

Oruntaev checked the construction of a new administrative building in Manas

During his working trip to the Jalal-Abad region, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, Nurdun Oruntaev, visited several construction sites. The press service of the ministry reports this. One of the key facilities he inspected was a new administrative building intended for the Jalal-Abad Department of Urban Planning and Architecture, located at: 6/2 J. Abdurakhmanov Street. During the visit, the minister met with the staff of the

27.02.2026, 10:29
Exchange rates at the Moscow City Council on February 27
Economy

Exchange rates at the Moscow City Council on February 27

Morning quotes for foreign currencies at exchange offices on the Moscow City Council on February 27 are as follows: US Dollar 87.50 87.80 Euro 102.5-103.2 103.5-104.0 Ruble 1.13 1.14 Tenge 0.175-0.177 0.179-0.180 Thus, the dollar remains at 87.5 soms for buying and 87.8 for selling.

27.02.2026, 10:28
Sports

Top League: Match Schedule for Round 1 of the New Season

In Kyrgyzstan, preparations for the new championship season have been completed, and the professional football league has presented the schedule for the first matches. This season, 16 teams will participate in the Jyrgal League, competing against each other in two rounds — both at home and away. Each round will consist of eight matches.

27.02.2026, 10:26
In Kazakhstan, seven people died in a gas explosion at a cafe
World

In Kazakhstan, seven people died in a gas explosion at a cafe

As a result of the incident, 26 people were injured, of whom seven, unfortunately, died. Thirteen of the injured were hospitalized, while six continue to receive outpatient treatment. According to the latest information from the Emergency Situations Department, five of the injured were sent to Kokshetau for treatment at a multidisciplinary regional hospital, and two more are being prepared for transportation.

27.02.2026, 10:24
Incidents

"‘Vazelina’ Accused of Corruption: Case Against Former GKNB Employee Transferred to Court"

The First Mai District Court of Bishkek has decided to place U.U.K., who previously worked in the State Committee for National Security and is known by the nickname Vaseline, in custody. This information was confirmed by the court's press service. According to the court, the former employee is charged under part 1 of article 336 ("Corruption") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic and has been placed in the temporary detention facility of the Bishkek City Police Department

27.02.2026, 10:21
Society

On the Bishkek - Balakchy Highway, a truck was nearly blown away by the wind

An incident occurred on the Bishkek — Balykchy highway involving a truck that nearly tipped over due to strong crosswinds. A video of the event was posted by one of the users on social media. In the footage, the truck can be seen swaying on the road due to gusts of wind. To avoid a serious accident, the driver decided to stop and park the truck on the shoulder until the weather conditions improved. No information about any injuries has been reported. Earlier, meteorologists had warned of strong

27.02.2026, 10:21
Sports

Lawyer: The gymnastics coach and the parents of the injured girl have reconciled

The gymnastics coach was released after a reconciliation. This was reported by lawyer Rustam Abduraufov on his social media page. According to him, the injury that the girl sustained during training was a challenging ordeal for all those involved in the situation. He expressed sincere wishes for the child's speedy recovery and called for peace and understanding among everyone involved in this story. "Sometimes justice is not about one side winning, but about restoring harmony,"

27.02.2026, 10:21
Society

Appointed Deputy Head of the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations

According to information provided by the information policy department of the presidential office, the appointment order was signed by the head of state, Sadyr Japarov, based on Article 71 of the Constitution. Aibek Iminov has experience in regulating religious organizations and in the state examination of religious activities. Previously, he held the position of head of the department for examination and interaction with religious organizations at the State Commission for Religious Affairs,

27.02.2026, 10:21
Users of electric scooters in Bishkek will be blocked for traffic violations
Society

Users of electric scooters in Bishkek will be blocked for traffic violations

The municipal authorities held a meeting with representatives of kicksharing services In Bishkek, the authorities intend to implement blocks for electric scooter users if they violate traffic rules. This information was announced at a recent meeting held at the municipality with the participation of representatives from kicksharing companies.

27.02.2026, 10:18
Zheenbek Kulubaev visited the London Stock Exchange
Politics / Exclusive

Zheenbek Kulubaev visited the London Stock Exchange

On February 26, 2026, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, during his visit to the United Kingdom, visited the London Stock Exchange. According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, a session was opened at one of the largest and oldest securities trading platforms in the world during the visit. Kyrgyzstan and the London Stock Exchange have a successful history of cooperation, especially in the area of issuing sovereign

27.02.2026, 10:16