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For citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic, a visa deposit has been introduced when processing entry documents to the USA.
Society

For citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic, a visa deposit has been introduced when processing entry documents to the USA.

Photo from the internet Starting January 21, 2026, citizens of Kyrgyzstan wishing to obtain non-immigrant B-1/B-2 visas for travel to the USA will be required to pay a refundable deposit. The amount of this deposit ranges from $5,000 to $15,000. This information was published on the website of the U.S. Department of State in a document available via the link. The deposit payment will be made only through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's system. The consul will provide a payment link

07.01.2026, 17:08
In Bishkek, a suspect in sugar sale fraud has been detained
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in sugar sale fraud has been detained

K. T. reported to the Leninsky District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek that on December 2, 2025, he became a victim of a fraudster who, posing as a sugar seller, deceived him. According to law enforcement agencies, the criminal contacted the victim via WhatsApp between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM. During the conversation, he promised to deliver sugar to the specified address and, using a payment trick, convinced K. T. to transfer 551,000 soms to the "MBank" electronic wallet.

07.01.2026, 17:01
Incidents

The police seized weapons from hunters in Sulyukt during the operation "Arsenal"

In Sulyukt, police officers conducted a preventive operation called "Arsenal," during which registered hunters were checked, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken region. As a result of this check, three individuals were held administratively responsible for violations of firearm storage regulations. Additionally, as part of the explanatory work, 2 smoothbore firearms, 3 gas-traumatic pistols, and 21 ammunition rounds were seized.

07.01.2026, 16:59
Incidents

In one of the apartments in Bishkek, the body of a man with a gunshot wound has been discovered.

The body of a man with a gunshot wound was found in one of the apartments in Bishkek. According to information provided by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department, the preliminary version of the incident suggests that he may have committed suicide. The incident occurred on January 7, when the police received a call around 11:00 AM. The caller, who identified herself as a housekeeper, reported that upon arriving at work, she found her employer, Z.H., born in 1967, in the

07.01.2026, 16:50
Society

A new racetrack has opened in Myrza-Ake

The tournament for kok-boru has started in Myrza-Ake. On January 7, in Myrza-Ake, according to the presidential decree on "Spiritual and Moral Development and Physical Education of the Individual," a solemn opening ceremony of the new hippodrome was held. This was reported by Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the village council.

07.01.2026, 16:47
Nestle has halted the sale of baby formula in Uzbekistan due to the presence of a toxin in the product
World

Nestle has halted the sale of baby formula in Uzbekistan due to the presence of a toxin in the product

Illustrative photo The company's statement lists the batch codes that will be withdrawn from sale. The recall concerns products from several brands, such as NAN 1 OPTIPRO, NAN 2 OPTIPRO, NAN sour milk, NAN Supreme, and ALFARE Amino. The company emphasized that, despite the minimal content of the toxin and the absence of regulated norms for its level in food products in Uzbekistan, as of January 5 of this year, measures have begun to recall a limited number of batches of baby formulas as

07.01.2026, 16:44
Society

Why was the historical part of the fountain in Oak Park temporarily removed? The city's response

The reconstruction of the fountain in Dubovy Park continues, which includes elements of restoration. This was reported by the Deputy Mayor of Bishkek, Azamat Kadyrov, at an extraordinary meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on industrial policy, transport, architecture, and construction. According to him, the structure of the fountain is currently in storage; however, a crack has been discovered on it, which is planned to be repaired during the restoration work.

07.01.2026, 16:32
Incidents

Fire in a nursing home. An emergency services employee hospitalized.

During the fire at the nursing home, Emergency Situations Officer Alymbek Keleshov displayed heroism, risking his life to save the residents. During the evacuation, he suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning and was taken to the hospital. This was reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Despite the heavy smoke and high temperatures, Keleshov continued to carry people out of the fire. After the rescue operations were completed, he required medical assistance. His condition is currently

07.01.2026, 16:23
Incidents

Fire at the Nursing Home. Donors are urged to donate blood for the victims

Donor blood is needed for people affected by the fire that occurred the day before at the capital's nursing home. This was reported by the Republican Center for Health Promotion, citing information from the Republican Blood Center. It is noted that during the holiday season, there is an increased demand for donor blood, as many donors are unable to come due to weekends and vacations, while the demand for blood continues to rise.

07.01.2026, 16:20
Protesters in Iran have taken control of the cities of Abdanan and Malekshahi - Media
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Protesters in Iran have taken control of the cities of Abdanan and Malekshahi - Media

According to information provided by Fox News, protesters in Iran have taken control of the cities of Abdanan and Malekshahi. The city of Abdanan, located near the border with Iraq, was completely under the control of the protesters, as confirmed by the National Council of Resistance of Iran. Along with Abdanan, the protesters also seized Malekshahi. Videos have appeared on social media showing demonstrators in Abdanan chanting: "Death to Khamenei" and "This year is the year of

07.01.2026, 16:18
Education

In the village of Kazhar, a school for 225 students will be built in the Ala-Buka district.

In the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of Capital Construction of the Housing and Civil Construction Department, a tender has been launched for the development of project and estimate documentation for a new school in the village of Kazhar in the Ala-Buka district. According to information published on the government procurement portal, the tender uses the method of request for quotations with specific qualification requirements.

07.01.2026, 16:15
In Ak-Suu, an Orthodox church was robbed. Two suspects detained.
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In Ak-Suu, an Orthodox church was robbed. Two suspects detained.

On the night of January 5 to 6, a theft occurred in the Orthodox church in the village of Ak-Suu (Teploklyuchenka) in the Issyk-Kul region. Unknown individuals stole gold and silver items, money from cash registers and donation boxes, as well as gifts intended for children. This became known thanks to reports from social media users who visited the church. The Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region confirmed that a report of the crime was received on January 6. During the

07.01.2026, 16:07
World

Trump: Venezuela Will Supply the US with 30 to 50 Million Barrels of Oil

In his message on the social network Truth Social on January 7, Trump stated that the U.S. will receive Venezuelan oil that was previously under sanctions. This statement followed a recent U.S. military operation during which President Nicolás Maduro was captured. According to the president, the oil will be sold at market price, and he will personally oversee the revenue to ensure that the funds benefit both the people of Venezuela and the U.S. Trump also instructed Energy Secretary Chris

07.01.2026, 16:06
Economy

The price of Brent oil fell below $60 for the first time since December 2025.

On the London ICE exchange, Brent crude oil futures for delivery in March 2026 fell below the $60 per barrel mark for the first time since December 19, 2025. This data confirms trading performance. As of 10:39 Bishkek time, the price of Brent crude oil decreased by 0.89 percent, amounting to $59.97 per barrel. By 10:51, there was a slight slowdown in the decline — the price was $60.06 per barrel, corresponding to a decrease of 0.74 percent.

07.01.2026, 16:03
The USA demands that Venezuela expel spies from China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba, as well as sever economic ties with these countries.
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The USA demands that Venezuela expel spies from China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba, as well as sever economic ties with these countries.

The Trump administration insists that the interim authorities of Venezuela expel all suspected spies and agents of foreign intelligence services from the country, including representatives from China, Russia, Cuba, and Iran. This statement was made by a U.S. official and reported by Axios. It is important to note that this demand does not pertain to the regular diplomatic corps. Trump also expressed concern that Venezuela's interim leader, Delcy Rodriguez, may face consequences if she

07.01.2026, 15:59
Sports

The military unit "Börü" won the football tournament in the city of Sulukta

The football tournament held in Sulyukta concluded with the victory of the military unit "Börü," as reported by Turmush correspondent. This event was dedicated to a commemorative date related to the fallen Nurbek Baratov, who lost his life during the conflict at the Kyrgyz-Tajik border. Teams representing various law enforcement agencies of the region participated in the tournament.

07.01.2026, 15:54
Kyrgyz Football Union Expands Cooperation with Saudi Arabia
Sports

Kyrgyz Football Union Expands Cooperation with Saudi Arabia

On January 6, a memorandum of cooperation was signed in Jeddah between the Football Union of Kyrgyzstan and the Football Federation of Saudi Arabia, as reported by the KFS. The document was signed by the president of the KFS, Kamchybek Tashiev, and his Saudi counterpart, Yaser Al-Misehal. The goal of this agreement is to develop football in Kyrgyzstan, implement international standards, and enhance the competitiveness of the national teams. Plans for 2026-2027 include organizing friendly

07.01.2026, 15:32
Economy

Poland and Kazakhstan Became World Leaders in Gold Purchases in 2025

The National Bank of Poland has become a leader in gold purchases since the beginning of 2025, increasing its reserves by 95 tons. In second place is the National Bank of Kazakhstan, which added 49 tons to its reserves. This data is presented in reports from the World Gold Council. According to experts, in November of last year, central banks around the world continued to actively replenish their gold reserves, purchasing 45 tons of this precious metal. Although the volume of purchases slightly

07.01.2026, 15:28
Society

A marathon and sports competitions were held in the city of Uzgen

In Uzgen, located in the Osh region, a marathon and a series of sports competitions took place, as reported by representatives of the local mayor's office. According to information from the mayor's office, the event was organized in accordance with the presidential decree "Улуттук дем – дүйнөлүк бийиктик – уңгу жол" ("National spirit – world height – main path"). The goal of this initiative is to promote active and healthy recreation for citizens during the New

07.01.2026, 15:26
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in the theft of money and jewelry has been detained

According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the First May District, on October 15, 2025, K. G. reported a theft to the police. She stated that on that day, an unfamiliar man named T. illegally entered her house located on Koenkozov Street and stole 1,000 US dollars, as well as a Cartier gold bracelet inlaid with six diamonds, valued at 370,000 soms. After that, the suspect fled the scene of the crime. Based on this incident, a criminal case was initiated under Article 205

07.01.2026, 15:23
Sports

Nursultan Keneshbekov won the race in Russia

Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Nursultan Keneshbekov won first place at the international athletics competition held in Russia. On January 7, the All-Russian "Christmas Starts. Memorial E.S. Yalamov" took place in Yekaterinburg.

07.01.2026, 15:18