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 decision. Alongside this, almost all of Tashiev's deputies were also relieved of their duties.
The acting head of the special services has been appointed Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov. His deputies are Rustam Mamasadikov, Alisher Erbaev (director of the Anti-Terrorism Center), and Uranbek Shadybekov (director of the Cybersecurity Center).
Key divisions have also been separated from the State Committee for National Security: the border service now operates as an independent agency under the leadership of Abdikarim Alimbaev. Additionally, a State Guard Service has been established based on the 9th department of the State Committee for National Security, which reports directly to the president and is headed by Syrgak Berdikozhoev.
The new Secretary of the Security Council is Adilet Orozbekov.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has initiated a criminal case regarding the mass riots following a collective appeal from 75 public figures demanding immediate new presidential elections. As part of the investigation, well-known politicians and former officials have been detained, including Bekbolot Talgarbekov, Kurmanbek Dyykanbaev, Emilbek Uzakbaev, and former Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Kursan Asanov, as well as former governor Aaly Karashev. The investigation suggests that their statements may destabilize the situation in the country.
At the same time, Sadyr Japarov has officially appealed to the Constitutional Court for clarification on the norms regarding presidential terms. This appeal arose from disagreements among experts regarding the start of the current term of the head of state and the determination of dates for the next elections in light of the new Constitution adopted in 2021. The court plans to consider the case on February 17, 2026, as a priority.
Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu has resigned from the position of speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh. He held this position since 2022 and was re-elected in December 2025. Turgunbek uulu emphasized that he has always worked in the interests of the country and is ready to continue his activities as a deputy, insisting on the need for political stability without intrigue.
Marlen Mamataliyev was elected as the new speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, receiving support from 77 deputies, while five voted against. He was the only candidate for this position.
- The Russian ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Sergey Vakunov, called the West's sanctions against Kyrgyz banks and companies an interference in the country's internal affairs. He added that Bishkek had proposed conducting a joint audit of the institutions affected by the restrictions, but this option was not accepted. Among the organizations that fell under sanctions were "Keremet Bank," "Kapital Bank," and other financial institutions.
Kyrgyzstan also reported achievements in the field of digital reforms. With the help of the "Government Accelerators" program, the time taken to obtain permits for transportation to China has been reduced to 10 minutes from 24 hours. Additionally, transport control at the EAEU borders has been simplified through the implementation of electronic data exchange, eliminating administrative barriers for businesses.
The issue of road construction through the local cemetery in Novopavlovka has been resolved. The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, reported that Profsoyuznaya Street will be extended to bypass the burials to comply with sanitary standards, which will require the demolition of four residential houses with compensation to their owners.
- In the Jalal-Abad region, an investigation is underway into a shocking incident: in the village of Arstanbap, a grandfather is suspected of raping his underage granddaughter, who became pregnant. The suspect has confessed and is in pre-trial detention; however, the family of the victim is facing pressure from local residents and relatives.
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