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Sadyr Japarov expressed condolences to the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan
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Sadyr Japarov expressed condolences to the President and Prime Minister of Pakistan

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov sent his condolences to Asif Ali Zardari, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, as well as to Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif. This statement was made in connection with the tragic terrorist act that occurred on February 6 in Islamabad, claiming the lives of many people. Kyrgyzstan unequivocally condemns terrorism in all its forms that undermine peace and stability, and reaffirms its readiness for active international cooperation in

09.02.2026, 10:31
Israel or Russia? NSA recorded a conversation between foreign intelligence and Trump's inner circle
World

Israel or Russia? NSA recorded a conversation between foreign intelligence and Trump's inner circle

The head of the agency prohibited sharing intercepted data Last year, the U.S. National Security Agency recorded an unusual phone call. It involved representatives of foreign intelligence and a person from the inner circle of President Donald Trump, as reported by the Guardian. The information was provided by the lawyer of the informant who has access to intelligence data.

09.02.2026, 10:30
Incidents

Girl fell into a gorge at the "Kashka-Kulak" base: taken to intensive care

An incident occurred at the "Kashka-Kulak" tourist base, resulting in a girl sustaining serious injuries. On the evening of February 8, around 21:40, a report was received by the duty unit of the Alamedin District Internal Affairs Department about a skier falling into a gorge, as reported by representatives of the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region. According to available information, 17-year-old T.A. arrived at the base with friends for a winter

09.02.2026, 10:30
Comedian Nurlan Saburov commented on the 50-year entry ban to Russia
Society

Comedian Nurlan Saburov commented on the 50-year entry ban to Russia

Comedian Nurlan Saburov commented for the first time on the news of the 50-year ban on entering Russia, which he learned about during passport control at Vnukovo Airport on February 6, upon returning from Dubai. After receiving the notification, the artist flew to Kazakhstan. In his Instagram, Nurlan noted that he does not plan to discuss the situation in detail and has referred the questions to lawyers. He wrote: “I will not comment on the situation. There are lawyers — they will handle the

09.02.2026, 10:29
In Bishkek, water will be turned off for the whole day in the "Energy Workers' Town"
Society

In Bishkek, water will be turned off for the whole day in the "Energy Workers' Town"

On February 10, the supply of drinking water will be suspended in the 'Energy Workers' Town'. This information was provided by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. From 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, water supply will not be available in residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical organizations, and other social facilities, as well as in industrial enterprises. Photo by the Bishkek city administration. Location of the water shutdown The reason

09.02.2026, 10:25
Incidents

In the Osh region, a driver was heading to the alaman ulak and fell into a ravine

A traffic accident occurred in the Osh region. According to information provided by the press service of the Osh Department of Internal Affairs, the incident took place on February 8 in the Uzgen district. Preliminary data indicates that a 23-year-old man named A.A. from the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region was heading to a competition in alaman ulak. During the trip, he lost control of the vehicle, which subsequently went off the road and fell into a ravine. Medical personnel promptly

09.02.2026, 10:22
The soloists of the opera and ballet theater gave a concert at a rural school
Society

The soloists of the opera and ballet theater gave a concert at a rural school

On February 6, a concert by the soloists of the Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev took place at the Orozaly Tekeev Secondary School, located in the village of Bukara in the Panfilov District of the Chuy Region. This information was provided in a press release received by the editorial office. The event was organized by the theater's director, Naila Rakhmadieva, who noted that the meeting with the artists was a long-awaited event for the

09.02.2026, 10:20
Politics

Kyrgyz honey will be sold in the EAEU countries

Kyrgyzstan will have the opportunity to export honey to the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. This became known at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to agricultural policy, water resources, and ecology, where the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev spoke. He noted that this became possible thanks to more than a year of negotiations, during which the republic achieved permission to sell honey

09.02.2026, 10:16
The passage through all the country's passes is open, and traffic is stable.
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The passage through all the country's passes is open, and traffic is stable.

Today, February 9, in Kyrgyzstan, according to information from the Ministry of Transport and Communications, as of 10:30 AM all mountain passes in the country are open for traffic. According to the agency's statement, road maintenance enterprises (RME) are ensuring full control over their sections in all seven regions. Round-the-clock duty is being maintained, as well as work on clearing the road surface from snow and applying inert materials to prevent ice formation. The Ministry

09.02.2026, 10:16
In Beijing, a unique "black horse" over a thousand years old has been exhibited
Society

In Beijing, a unique "black horse" over a thousand years old has been exhibited

A large-scale exhibition titled "Galloping Forward" has opened at the National Museum of China, dedicated to the symbol of the upcoming year in the lunar calendar. According to the Telegram channel "Chinese Panorama," the exhibition features 120 unique artifacts that reflect the centuries-old connection between humans and horses. The creation of the exhibition is the result of a collaborative effort by six of the country's largest cultural institutions, highlighting

09.02.2026, 10:15
In Kyrgyzstan, they will address the shortage of vegetable oil by introducing new varieties
Economy / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, they will address the shortage of vegetable oil by introducing new varieties

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, safflower oil production has begun. This information was announced by the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Industry Bakyt Torobaev at a recent meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with agrarian policy and ecology. According to Torobaev, the Ershovsky variety was sown on the rain-fed lands of this area. “From each hectare, we manage to harvest about 20 centners. Our goal is to eliminate the oil deficit in the

09.02.2026, 10:13
The country needs you: Dosmambetov met with fellow medical professionals in Moscow
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The country needs you: Dosmambetov met with fellow medical professionals in Moscow

During his working trip to Russia, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanbek Dosmambetov, held a meeting with Kyrgyz doctors working in Russia. According to the press service of the ministry, the event took place at the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Moscow and gathered about 60 medical professionals who work in the healthcare sector in the city. The main topic of discussion was attracting Kyrgyz doctors back to their homeland, as well as creating comfortable conditions for their work in

09.02.2026, 10:11
Kyrgyzstan Calls for Renewing Water Diplomacy Amid Resource Depletion and Climate Change
Politics / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan Calls for Renewing Water Diplomacy Amid Resource Depletion and Climate Change

At the end of January 2023, the United Nations University presented a report stating the beginning of an "era of global water bankruptcy." The document emphasizes the need to adapt to new conditions caused by chronic depletion of groundwater, excessive use of water resources, land degradation, deforestation, and environmental pollution. The authors of the study highlight that the terms "water stress" and "water crisis" no longer reflect the real situation with

09.02.2026, 10:11
Society / Exclusive

In Talas, illegally privatized water intakes were returned to the state

In Talas, key facilities classified as category "B" have been returned to state ownership. This was reported by the State National Security Committee (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan. According to the agency, in 2003, colluding with officials from the Talas branch of the State Cadastre Management and the Main Department of Water Management, the head of the public organization "Toboy," S.T.D., carried out the illegal privatization of infrastructure that supports the livelihood of the

09.02.2026, 10:03
More than 7 thousand tons of tropical fruits were harvested in the Batken region in 2025 - Ministry of Agriculture
Economy / Exclusive

More than 7 thousand tons of tropical fruits were harvested in the Batken region in 2025 - Ministry of Agriculture

In the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, new phytotechnologies are actively being used for the successful cultivation of citrus fruits. This became known during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee, where the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, shared the latest data. According to the minister, several types of citrus fruits are produced in the region, including mandarins, oranges, lemons, and kumquats.

09.02.2026, 10:03
Uluk Kydyrbaev: The Economy of Central Asia Will Not Move Forward Without Cooperation
Economy

Uluk Kydyrbaev: The Economy of Central Asia Will Not Move Forward Without Cooperation

At the B5+1 forum, the most important issue of our time was discussed — economic cooperation among the countries of Central Asia. In an interview with VB.KG, the Secretary of the Investment Council, Uluk Kydyrbaev, noted that this is not just about trade, but about creating deep systemic connections that will help the region transition to a new level of development.

09.02.2026, 10:03
In Tash-Dobo, the GKNB uncovered an illegal transfer of a hectare of land
Society

In Tash-Dobo, the GKNB uncovered an illegal transfer of a hectare of land

During operational activities conducted by the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic, a case of illegal allocation of a land plot in the Alamudun district was established. The investigation revealed that a group of former officials from the Tash-Dobon rural administration was united by a criminal conspiracy, within which a plot of land measuring 1.01 hectares was illegally transferred to a citizen R.E.R. This land parcel is located in the "Seiyil" area within the territory of the Tash-Dobon

09.02.2026, 10:01