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Trump's Threats of Tariffs Over Greenland: EU Urgently Summoned 27 of Its Ambassadors

In response to the threats from the President of the United States regarding the imposition of tariffs starting February 1 on exports from Greenland, the European Union gathered its 27 ambassadors for an urgent meeting. Donald Trump previously announced that a 10% tariff would be imposed on all goods shipped to the U.S. from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland. This decision sparked a sharp reaction from European leaders.

19.01.2026, 10:09

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Almaz Davletov became the Deputy Head of the Department of Sanitary and Veterinary Measures of the EEC

Almaz Davletov has been appointed as the Deputy Director of the Department of Sanitary, Phytosanitary, and Veterinary Measures of the Eurasian Economic Commission. This was announced in an official statement from the EEC. Photo EEC. Almaz Davletov appointed Deputy Director of the Department of Sanitary, Phytosanitary, and Veterinary Measures Davletov was born in 1987 and holds two master's degrees. In 2013, he graduated from the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn with

19.01.2026, 09:46

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Zhyldyzkan Dzholdosheva: Shainazarov boasts that he beat Zhapаров

Tynchtyk Shainazarov in response: I can pay for your treatment with a psychiatrist Jyldyzkan Joldosheva, a former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, shared information that the current chairman of the Central Election Commission, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, recalls an incident among his acquaintances that occurred on April 1, 2011, when he struck the current president, Sadyr Japarov, who was then serving as a deputy. She published this on her social media.

19.01.2026, 09:12

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Almaz Abdekirov is now the Deputy Head of the Macroeconomic Policy Department of the EEC

Almaz Abdekirov has become the new deputy director of the macroeconomic policy department of the Eurasian Economic Commission, as reported by the EEC in an official press release. Photo EEC. Almaz Abdekirov appointed as deputy director of the macroeconomic policy department Abdekirov, born in 1986, graduated from the Kyrgyz National University in 2008 with a degree in "Applied Mathematics and Computer Science." In 2023, he also completed a master's program at the Diplomatic

19.01.2026, 08:34

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An alternative road may be built to Manas Airport

In Kyrgyzstan, a plan is being discussed to create an alternative road to Manas International Airport. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. On January 17, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev reviewed the project at the site of its proposed construction.

18.01.2026, 18:43

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The Ministry of Internal Affairs and TSARKA will protect Kyrgyz citizens from financial fraud.

A joint project aimed at protecting citizens from financial fraud has been initiated by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan in partnership with the organization TSARKA. This was announced in a press release from the ministry. The signed memorandum of cooperation is based on successful international experience demonstrated in countries such as Japan, Singapore, and the United Kingdom.

18.01.2026, 18:16

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Russia and Ukraine Agree Again on Local Ceasefire: Repair of Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant

Russia and Ukraine have once again reached an agreement on a local ceasefire to carry out repairs on the power line feeding the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. Rafael Grossi, the director of the IAEA, announced the achievement of this agreement, which involves the introduction of a temporary ceasefire regime to restore the last backup power line that ensures the operation of the ZNPP. The repair work to restore the power line is planned to begin in the coming days. Grossi noted that this is

18.01.2026, 14:50

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Protests in Iran. The Ayatollah publicly acknowledged the death of thousands for the first time.

For the first time in a long while, the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, publicly acknowledged that thousands of people have died during the recent protests. He also blamed the United States for these tragic events. Archive photo. The Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, confirmed the deaths of thousands of people during the protests. “We consider the President of the United States to be a criminal responsible for the victims and damage, as well as for the slander

18.01.2026, 12:12

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Annexation of Greenland. Mass protests took place in Denmark

Recent protests have swept through Denmark and Greenland in response to the intentions of the U.S. president to annex the island. According to TV2, thousands of people took to the streets of Copenhagen and Nuuk. Protesters, including both Danes and Greenlanders, expressed their dissatisfaction by holding signs that read "Hands off Greenland" and flags of the island. Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen also attended the rallies, showing his support for the action.

18.01.2026, 12:08

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Nurdana Oruntaev exposed "Aalam Stroy" for violations during the construction of the facility

Minister of Architecture, Construction, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdana Oruntaev conducted an inspection of several construction sites in Bishkek. Photo courtesy of the Ministry of Construction According to information provided by the ministry's press service, a number of violations were identified during the inspection of the residential complex being built on Ankara Street by the company "Aalam Stroy". It was reported that the violations pertain to construction

18.01.2026, 11:18

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Orunbekov refuted Zhapikeev's words about the "inner circle" keeping people away from the president

During journalist Ernis Kyazov's podcast, Syimyk Zhapikeev expressed the opinion that people allegedly cannot approach the president, as he is surrounded by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, Kanybek Tumanbaev, and several other individuals. In response, Orunbekov stated that such words are false. "Mr. Syimyk, it seems you are used to sharing incompetent opinions in the kitchen. I want to remind you: the era of impunity for such conversations is in the past," he noted.

18.01.2026, 10:48

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Syimyq Zhapykiev commented on the rumor that he received $5 million when he left his position

In the podcast available here, Zhapikeev confirmed that after the events of October, he received $10,000 from Zhapаров as financial support. During the conversation, Kyazov inquired whether Zhapikeev, while in public service, had received $500,000 and the title of general, after which he retired. To this, Zhapikeev pointed out that the rumors about $5 million are absurd.

18.01.2026, 10:24

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Chairman of the CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic Tynchtyk Shainazarov commented on the accusations of Zhyldyzkan Zholdosheva

The Chairman of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, responded to the statements made by Zhyldyzkan Zholdosheva, who previously claimed a parliamentary mandate in the Jogorku Kenesh. Zholdosheva participated in the early elections held on November 30, 2025, and managed to garner a record number of votes among women—2,590—running in constituency No. 8. However, later the district electoral commission decided to annul the voting results at polling stations

18.01.2026, 01:17

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Bekeshev: The Housing Committee will discuss loans for businesses at 6% per annum on January 19

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Dastan Bekeshev, informed about the upcoming committee meeting, which will take place on January 19 at 14:00. According to him, the agenda includes the discussion of ten different issues. Among the topics will be the government's initiative to reduce the retention periods for credit information. It is proposed to decrease the retention period for positive credit history from 7 to 5 years, and for negative history from 5 to 3 years. It is also planned to

17.01.2026, 22:36

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Turat Akimov: Syimyq Zhapikeev Apologizes for His Words About Aitmatov

Syimyk Japikeev, the former head of the Financial Police, published an apology for his statements about the famous Kyrgyz writer Chingiz Aitmatov. This news was announced by journalist and public figure Turat Akimov on his social media page.

17.01.2026, 22:28

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The head of the press service denied statements about the "blocking" of access to the president

The head of the president's press service, Daiyrbek Orunbekov, refuted the claims of Syimyk Zhapikeev that access to the president is allegedly restricted by his entourage. He stated this in his post on Facebook. Orunbekov emphasized that the president makes decisions about meetings himself and is not influenced by outsiders. He added that the head of state is always aware of current events and, as needed, communicates with district and territorial leaders to obtain relevant information

17.01.2026, 22:22

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Dzholdoshova: Shainazarov is still boasting that he beat Zhapаров. Head of the CEC: This is slander.

In social media, Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova made a loud statement about Tynchtyk Shainazarov, the head of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums. She claims that he participated in a fight in parliament in 2011 and still "takes pride" in having beaten Sadyr Japarov. According to Joldoshova, the incident occurred on April 1, 2011, after the report by the Attorney General K. Baibolov in the meeting hall of the Jogorku Kenesh. She claims that Shainazarov privately stated:

17.01.2026, 21:43

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Dzholdoshova Again Accuses the Head of the CEC, Shainazarov Suggests Consulting a Psychiatrist

Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova, a former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, wrote an open letter to President Sadyr Japarov and the head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev, accusing the chairman of the Central Election Commission (CEC) Tynchtyk Shainazarov of involvement in drug trafficking. She claims that Shainazarov was previously detained with 20 kilograms of drugs and recalled the notorious fight between deputies in 2011, which involved both the current president and the

17.01.2026, 19:19

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OPEC Provides Funds for Water: 425,000 Residents of Kyrgyzstan Await Modernization

A bill concerning the ratification of a loan agreement between Kyrgyzstan and the OPEC Fund for International Development has been submitted to the upper chamber of parliament. This document is intended to support the program "Universal Access to Water Supply and Sanitation (Phase 1)," which was signed on September 23, 2025, in Bishkek. The draft law proposes the approval of the agreement, which will allow the attraction of funds from the OPEC Fund for the modernization of water

17.01.2026, 18:19

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The Cabinet approved a five-year strategy for the reform of corporate reporting and auditing

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a strategy covering the period from 2026 to 2030 regarding the reform of corporate financial reporting and auditing. This document is aimed at improving the quality of financial reports, enhancing the reliability of data, and expanding access to transparent information for both businesses and government institutions. The strategy includes four main components: a general development scheme for the sector, a set of activities for

17.01.2026, 18:08

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In Uzbekistan, three main risks to the country's security were announced

At an expanded meeting of the Security Council of Uzbekistan, the Chairman of the State Security Service, Bahodir Kurbanov, presented information to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev about the main threats to the country's security and the measures being taken to address them. Photo by the press service of the President of Uzbekistan Among the most serious challenges to national security is the rapid spread of destructive ideas. As Kurbanov noted, the virtual space has become the main channel

17.01.2026, 17:41

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Tony Blair appointed to the executive body for the implementation of the peace plan in Gaza

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has been included in a new "executive committee" established at the initiative of the U.S. President to implement the goals of the "Peace Council" in the Gaza Strip, reports DW. Also on the committee are U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, World Bank President Ajay Banga, businessman Mark Rowan, Trump advisor Robert Gabriel, his son-in-law Jared Kushner, and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. The main task of the committee will be to

17.01.2026, 17:29

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A petition has been launched to preserve the Botanical Garden. Social media calls for writing to the prosecutor's office.

A petition titled "Save the Botanical Garden named after Gareev" has been launched on Change.org, authored by Angelina Mikheeva. The document states that the Botanical Garden serves as the lungs of the city and an important place for residents to relax, as well as being a scientific center engaged in the study of flora, the protection of rare plant species, and environmental education. Angelina emphasizes that the area of this garden is 42 hectares, and the loss of even one hectare

17.01.2026, 17:15

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In France, a resolution has been prepared for the country's withdrawal from NATO

As reported by Berliner Zeitung, a resolution regarding France's exit from NATO has been developed. Clémence Geth, Vice President of the National Assembly and Deputy from the left party "Unsubmissive France" (La France Insoumise) The document was initiated by Vice President of the National Assembly Clémence Geth, who noted that disagreements with the United States have become the main motive for such a decision. In her opinion, Washington's actions, which she characterized

17.01.2026, 17:15