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Economy

Potatoes from Russia were not allowed into Kyrgyzstan

A batch of potatoes from Russia that did not meet phytosanitary control requirements was detained at the border between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the ministry's information, on January 7, 2026, at the "Combined Post" located near the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint, employees of the Department of Chemicalization and Plant Quarantine discovered the absence of the necessary

07.01.2026, 22:21
Incidents

EMERGENCY SERVICE Employee Hospitalized After Rescuing People in Fire at Nursing Home

An employee of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, warrant officer Alymbek Keleshov, displayed courage while rescuing people during a fire at a nursing home and, unfortunately, was hospitalized. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, he suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning. At the moment, Keleshov's condition is assessed as satisfactory, and there is no threat to his life.

07.01.2026, 21:31
Incidents

A Minor Who Stole a Car Detained in Bishkek

On January 5, 2026, a report was received about the theft of a BYD car in the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek on line 102. Patrol police officers promptly arrived at the scene. As a result of their quick response, they were able to locate the stolen vehicle. The driver, realizing the illegality of his actions, attempted to flee, which led to a chase. Despite the police's demands to stop, the car thief continued to run, eventually reaching a canal and jumping into the water. Thanks to the

07.01.2026, 21:08
World / Russia

The USA Captured Two Tankers from Russia's "Shadow Fleet"

According to information provided by Reuters and representatives of the U.S. military, U.S. authorities have detained two oil tankers, suspecting that they are involved in circumventing sanctions and transporting oil from Venezuela. The operation to seize the tanker Bella 1, also known as "Marinero," began after more than two weeks of pursuit in the Atlantic Ocean. This vessel is part of the so-called shadow fleet engaged in circumventing sanctions related to Russia's actions.

07.01.2026, 21:05
Incidents

In the city of Manas, a blogger set a car on fire for hype. He was fined.

According to the Interior Ministry of the Jalal-Abad region, explanatory work was conducted regarding the blogger who organized the arson of a car to increase his popularity. He also received a fine from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic for the damage caused to the environment. The blogger subsequently published a video with apologies and urged everyone not to repeat his actions, emphasizing that one should not jeopardize the safety of

07.01.2026, 21:03
Ecology

Fog is expected in Bishkek and the Chui region.

According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, fog formation is expected in Bishkek and the Chui region in the next three hours and during the night hours. As a result of this phenomenon, visibility may be reduced to 500 meters.

07.01.2026, 20:53
Society

44.2 Tons of Potatoes Imported from Russia Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan

On January 7, 2026, at the "Svodny" post near the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint on the border with Kazakhstan, a batch of potatoes weighing 44.2 tons was discovered that did not meet the established phytosanitary requirements for import into Kyrgyzstan. According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, the non-compliance was identified by employees of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and

07.01.2026, 20:48
At Issyk-Kul, an Orthodox church was robbed, two suspects detained
Incidents

At Issyk-Kul, an Orthodox church was robbed, two suspects detained

In the village of Ak-Suu, located in the Issyk-Kul region, a robbery occurred at an Orthodox church on the night of January 5 to 6. Local residents reported that money, jewelry, gifts, and other valuable items were stolen from the temple. The criminals also damaged property by burning the New Year's tree and spilling oil on the floor. The damage caused by this act of vandalism turned out to be significant.

07.01.2026, 20:46
Exclusive

Violations Detected at the Kyrgyz-Kazakh Border During the Import of 44.2 Tons of Potatoes from Russia

- At the Kyrgyz-Kazakh section of the state border, during the import of 44.2 tons of potatoes from Russia, violations of phytosanitary requirements were identified. The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry made a corresponding statement. According to the information from the agency, on January 7, 2026, at the "Consolidated Post" near the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint, an absent phytosanitary certificate for the cargo was discovered,

07.01.2026, 20:38
Society

American military captures Russian tanker "Marinera"

In the North Atlantic, the Russian tanker "Marinera" has been seized by American military forces, sources from Reuters report. The operation was carried out by the U.S. Coast Guard. Meanwhile, Russian military ships and a submarine were nearby, observing the actions of the Americans without intervening.

07.01.2026, 20:36
Politics

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan will be required to pay a visa deposit when obtaining visas to the USA

The administration of Donald Trump has decided to include Kyrgyzstan in the list of countries whose citizens will be required to pay a visa bond when applying for B1/B2 visas. This information is posted on the official website of the U.S. Department of State. These changes will take effect on January 21, 2026, as part of the Visa Bond pilot program aimed at preventing cases of overstaying visas. Kyrgyzstan is among 38 countries subject to the new requirements. Other Central Asian countries

07.01.2026, 20:34
Incidents

"I screamed and lay on the ground." In Bishkek, a driver behaved inadequately during his detention

The incident occurred around 02:00 at the intersection of South Highway and Bakayev Street. According to the press service of the Patrol Police, the driver, who was behind the wheel, began to show aggression when the inspectors demanded to present documents. He threw a tantrum, hit himself, lay down on the road, and claimed that the police had allegedly inflicted bodily harm on him. In addition to this, he attempted to simulate sleep. Despite the inadequate behavior of the detainee, the patrol

07.01.2026, 20:24
Society

Hundreds of people are gathering at the frozen reservoir in the Kochkor district

During the New Year holidays, the Aра-Köl reservoir, also known as Lake Aра-Kul, became a popular destination for many tourists in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region. This reservoir is located near the village of Aра-Köl in the rural municipality of Cholpon. The ice cover here spans approximately 20 hectares, and it is visited daily by 300 to 400 people.

07.01.2026, 19:43
Lifestyle

Life in the Regions: The Street Where Only Girls Are Born — The Story of a Heroine Mother from Talas

39-year-old Munduz Kudaybergenova, residing in Talas, is a heroic mother. A Turmush correspondent spoke with her. Munduz was born in the village of Ak-Zhar in the Talas region and got married in the village of Aral in the Manas district after meeting her future husband through mutual acquaintances. They communicated by phone for 19 years and maintained contact for a whole year before getting married on February 23, 2007.

07.01.2026, 19:37
In the "Ala-Archa" Park, a man with an injured leg was rescued
World

In the "Ala-Archa" Park, a man with an injured leg was rescued

In the "Ala-Archa" park, located in the upper part of the Alamedun district of the Chui region, an emergency occurred: a man injured his leg near a waterfall and was unable to continue on his own. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. Three rescuers from the "Edelweiss" team of the Bishkek City Emergency Situations Department, who were on duty in the park at that time, arrived at the scene. They evacuated a 45-year-old man named M. N. and

07.01.2026, 19:22
Incidents

Suspect in the abuse case in the village of Alamedin placed in SIZO-1

According to information provided by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department, on January 7, it became known that the suspect in hooliganism was placed in pre-trial detention center No. 1 for a period of two months. This incident became widely discussed after a video surfaced on the internet, capturing acts of violence against young people in a private house in the village of Alamedin, which provoked a strong public reaction.

07.01.2026, 19:21
Society

The Bishkek–Kara-Balta Road is Covered by Thick Fog

On the Bishkek–Kara-Balta highway, there is a significant reduction in visibility due to worsening weather conditions. As reported by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Chui Region's Interior Ministry, on the evening of January 7, dense fog settled on the Bishkek–Kara-Balta road. "The fog covered the highway as a result of a sharp deterioration in weather and a drop in temperature. Drivers are advised to be cautious," the press service warned.

07.01.2026, 19:20
Economy

Antimonopoly Service: Decision on Extending Price Regulation for Meat Has Not Yet Been Made

In Kyrgyzstan, state regulation of meat prices will continue until the end of 2025. This was announced on the radio by Muratbek Imankulov, Deputy Chairman of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy. As of August 7, 2025, maximum prices for beef and lamb have been introduced, which were established after market analysis showed an increase in meat product prices.

07.01.2026, 18:52