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In Russia, starting from April 2026, the import of cars from the EAEU will become more expensive due to a new formula for the recycling fee.

According to the agency "Autostat," in 2025, Kyrgyzstan ranked first among EAEU countries in the number of new passenger cars imported into Russia, totaling 53,600 units. Belarus came in second with 17,100 cars, while Kazakhstan rounded out the top three with 11,000. Only 344 new cars were imported from Armenia during the same period. According to the new project, a unified formula will be applied for cars imported from EAEU countries, similar to that used for direct imports.

15.02.2026, 09:00

World

Sun Weidong stated that Chinese-Mongolian relations maintain a good dynamic, contributing to regional peace.

Left: Sun Weidong and Zandanshatar Gombojav The visit of Deputy Foreign Minister Sun Weidong to Mongolia was timed to coincide with the strategic dialogue held between the ministries of the two countries. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. From February 10 to 12, 2026, Sun Weidong, Deputy Foreign Minister of China, visited Mongolia. During the visit, he met with Prime Minister Zandanshatar Gombojav and Foreign Minister Battsereg Batmunkh. An important part of the trip was participation in

15.02.2026, 08:58

Society

Week-24. The Loud Resignation of Kamychybek Tashiev and the Case of Mass Disturbances

Photo by the State Committee for National Security. Kamchybek Tashiev — now the former head of the state committee Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, initiated significant changes in the national security system, leading to the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev, who had held the position of head of the State Committee for National Security since 2020. The head of state emphasized the need to strengthen unity in the country and prevent division in society, which was the reason for his

15.02.2026, 08:37

Incidents

In Talas, a cattle thief has been detained. The second one is wanted.

In the Talas region, several crimes related to cattle theft were uncovered as part of the raid operations "Bandit" and "Arsenal." This was reported by the press service of the regional police department.

15.02.2026, 08:36

Sports

Olympic Sensations: Athlete from South America - First in History to Win Gold

A historic moment occurred at the Winter Olympics: Brazilian skier Lucas Pinheiro Broten became the first representative of South America to win a gold medal. This event took place in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, where he triumphed in the giant slalom. Photo Reuters. Lucas Pinheiro Broten from Brazil became the gold medalist in the giant slalom at the Winter Olympics His total time for two runs was 2 minutes and 25.00 seconds, securing him first place. Swiss athlete Marco Odermatt took

15.02.2026, 08:35

Incidents

A citizen of Russia wanted internationally has been detained in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a citizen of the Russian Federation has been detained who was wanted internationally. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. Photo from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek According to official data, the detained individual, M.I., born in 1989, is wanted internationally for crimes classified under Articles 228.1 (illegal trafficking of drugs in large or especially large quantities

15.02.2026, 08:28

Society

The Wealth of Indian Tea Culture Presented in Bishkek

In Bishkek, a festival dedicated to Indian tea culture titled "Indian Tea Culture - More Than Just Tea" was held, organized by the Embassy of India in the Kyrgyz Republic. The aim of this event was to popularize the diverse varieties of Indian tea. India, ranking second in the world in tea production, skillfully combines its cultural heritage with modern technologies. The festival was inaugurated with the lighting of a ceremonial lamp, a traditional symbol of Indian culture. The

15.02.2026, 08:20

Society

Temperature Records. The Coldest February 15 in Bishkek Was in 1969

On February 15, 1969, in Bishkek, which was then called Frunze, a record low temperature of −22.8 degrees was recorded. This data was published on the "Weather and Climate" website. Meanwhile, on February 15, 2024, the temperature reached a record high of +18.8 degrees. The "Weather and Climate" website provides information about meteorological conditions worldwide. It records temperature records for each day based on daily data, starting from 1936 for Bishkek and from 1898

15.02.2026, 08:14

Society

Japan handed over 43 units of road equipment to Kyrgyzstan for the Batken region

A concrete asphalt plant with a capacity of 35 tons per hour has also started operating in the region. A ceremony was held in the Batken region for the transfer of 43 units of specialized equipment for road construction, organized with the participation of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), the Ministry of Transport and Communications reported.

15.02.2026, 08:10

Exclusive

Lilia Kadyrberdieva has been relieved of her positions as advisor to the Executive Director of the IMF and the World Bank

- Lilia Kadyrberdieva has been relieved of her duties as advisor to the executive director of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, representing the Kyrgyz Republic. This was announced in a press release published by the press service of the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The order for her release was signed by the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov.

15.02.2026, 07:38

World

Scientists Predict "Hellish Climate" on Earth Due to Global Warming

Christopher Wolf also noted that temperature changes of even a few degrees can pose a significant threat to humanity. Professor Tim Lenton from the University of Exeter in the UK added that "humanity does not necessarily have to face the greenhouse effect to be at risk — dangers will exist even with a temperature rise of 3°C." According to scientists' forecasts, if the temperature rises by 3-4°C, it could significantly disrupt the functioning of the economy and society as we

15.02.2026, 06:02

World

Scientists have discovered a new species of dinosaur. It was unusually tiny — the size of a chicken.

As a result of long research, scientists have identified a new species as Foskeia pelendonum. According to them, this dinosaur lived on the planet about 125 million years ago and belonged to the ornithopods, an extinct group of herbivorous dinosaurs. Despite its small size, its skull turned out to be quite a complex anatomical structure. “The anatomy of this dinosaur is so unusual that it forces us to reconsider evolutionary trees,” noted paleontologist Penelope Cruzado-Caballero from the

15.02.2026, 04:57

World

At the National Museum "Genghis Khan," a presentation of a book on Mongolian heritage in Great Britain took place.

Historical and cultural relics of Mongolia, with a centuries-old history, are located in various corners of the world. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. The book titled "Mongolian Historical and Cultural Heritage in Great Britain" represents the result of a deep analysis of previously unstudied and newly found artifacts and written documents related to the history and culture of Mongolia, which are stored in British institutions. The presentation of this book, part of the project

15.02.2026, 04:37

Education

The ЖК reviewed a draft law proposing to legalize the allocation of 10 hectares of land in the state residence "Ala-Archa" for a school, kindergarten, and medical center.

On February 12, the Jogorku Kenesh considered for the first time a draft law on amendments to the law "On Guarantees of the President's Activities and the Status of the Former President." This draft law proposes the repeal of the existing ban on the allocation of land plots within the territory of the presidential state residence "Ala-Archa," if this is necessary to meet social needs.

15.02.2026, 03:50

Health

In Kyrgyzstan, the level of compliance among patients with acne and rosacea was assessed

In Kyrgyzstan, a study has been completed regarding the level of compliance among patients suffering from acne and rosacea. The results of the work were published in the journal "Healthcare of Kyrgyzstan." The authors of the article raise the issue of compliance, which in translation from English means the patient's willingness to follow the doctor's prescriptions, including pharmacotherapy recommendations. It is noted that compliance reflects the degree of patient

15.02.2026, 01:41

World

Rock Paintings Approximately 10,000 Years Old Found in Egypt

On the eastern slope of the Umm-Irak plateau, there is a rock overhang over 100 meters long, featuring various scenes—from hunting to people with weapons, as well as symbols and inscriptions in Arabic and Nabataean languages. These images are dated to both prehistoric times (approximately 10,000 to 5,500 years ago) and later periods. Experts emphasize that this discovery provides "new information about the civilizations that succeeded one another in Sinai." According to

14.02.2026, 22:43

Incidents

In Suusamyr, the bodies of 20 sheep have been retrieved from under an avalanche, the search for the shepherd has been temporarily suspended.

In the Suusamyr Valley, the search for the missing shepherd has concluded; the bodies of 20 sheep were found under the avalanche. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, search and rescue operations at the Boroonduu pasture in the Chui region have been halted due to the onset of night.

14.02.2026, 22:22

Society

Bozo Festival in Naryn

Recently, in the Naryn region, at the recreation area "Salkyn-Tor," a bozo festival took place, organized jointly by the local authorities of two districts. Deputy Akim of the Ak-Tala district Kanibek Esenaliev noted that this event was part of a three-day press tour initiated by the presidential representative in the Naryn region. The main goal is to develop winter tourism and promote the historical and tourist attractions of the region.

14.02.2026, 22:17

World

Alexey Navalny was poisoned with epibatidine - the toxin of a South American frog

As reported by The Insider, experts from laboratories in the United Kingdom, Sweden, France, Germany, and the Netherlands, who conducted independent research, concluded that this substance was present in the samples. Reanimatologist Alexander Polupan, who previously treated Navalny, noted that the symptoms exhibited by the politician correspond to the effects of epibatidine.

14.02.2026, 22:15

Society

Construction of a 14-story building near school No. 61 in Bishkek has been halted

Construction work on a 14-story residential complex located near secondary school No. 61 in Bishkek has been suspended. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan. According to the ministry, on February 14, a notification about the commencement of construction work on this site was received by the agency.

14.02.2026, 21:26

Incidents

In Bishkek, scammers posing as the State Committee for National Security and the Ministry of Internal Affairs swindled 988,000 soms from a woman.

Employees of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate (GUVD) of Bishkek have uncovered a fraudulent scheme that uses messaging apps to deceive citizens. This was reported by the police. A criminal case has been initiated in the Investigative Department of the First May District Internal Affairs Directorate regarding the fraud that affected a resident of the capital. As law enforcement officials found out, on September 23, 2025, the criminals called the

14.02.2026, 21:25

Education

In the Ak-Tal District, the basement of the Bazar Kulov School has been renovated.

In the village of Kara-Burgon, where the Mukash Bazarkulov Secondary School is located in the Ak-Tal District of the Naryn Region, a major renovation has been completed. According to the school director Gulкайыр Mayrykeeva, the basement had long been abandoned and unused. However, thanks to volunteer Alex Lowe, who came in 2023 to teach English, the situation changed.

14.02.2026, 20:58

World

In China, a "flying bus" for 10 people was unveiled

The passenger drone Matrix has two versions: a fully electric one that can fly up to 250 kilometers, and a hybrid version capable of covering a distance of up to 1,500 kilometers. Tests of the device have already been conducted, but information about the timeline for its implementation and regions of operation has not yet been disclosed.

14.02.2026, 20:53

Incidents

41-year-old Rakhmat Tokonov left work and went missing

Since February 3 of this year, Rahat Duyshenalievich Tokonov, born in 1985, has been wanted, according to information provided by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department on February 13. According to the missing person's sister, he left work, located on Suvorov Street at GES-2, around 1 a.m. and has not returned home since.

14.02.2026, 20:52