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The USA accused China of secret nuclear tests and called for Beijing to be included in a new treaty.

Dinan voiced these accusations at an international disarmament conference taking place in Geneva, as reported by Reuters. He stated that the U.S. has information about nuclear explosions that allegedly occurred on June 22, 2020, and added that China attempted to conceal its actions, including hindering seismic monitoring. Furthermore, the U.S. called for the conclusion of a new, more comprehensive treaty on strategic arms control, which should also involve China.

07.02.2026, 15:45

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Korean Crypto Exchange Accidentally Transferred $44 Billion in Bitcoin to Clients

According to the company, the error occurred during a promotional campaign and was not related to hacking attacks or security issues. As clarified by Bithumb, 695 clients were supposed to receive a bonus of 2000 won (approximately $1.37). However, instead, each of them received at least 2000 bitcoins. Many of the recipients immediately began selling off the cryptocurrency, which caused a sharp reaction in the market — the price of Bitcoin temporarily dropped by 17%.

07.02.2026, 15:05

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Russian Air Defense Shot Down 82 Ukrainian Drones Overnight

Illustrative photo During the specified period, 82 drones were intercepted, among which: 45 – in the Volgograd region, 8 – in the Bryansk region, 6 – in the Rostov region, 6 – in the Saratov region, 4 – in the Oryol region, 4 – in the Tver region, 3 – in the Kursk region, 1 – in the Astrakhan region, 1 – in the Belgorod region, 1 – in the Voronezh region, 1 – in the Kaluga region, 1 – in the Lipetsk region, 1 – in the Smolensk region.

07.02.2026, 15:04

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Rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan saved and evacuated 96 people from snow drifts over the past 7 days.

Due to worsening weather conditions, blizzards, ice, strong winds, and zero visibility, Kazakhstan's Emergency Situations Ministry has rescued and evacuated 96 people, including 9 children, and 18 vehicles have been freed from snow drifts. The Emergency Situations Ministry of Kazakhstan strongly advises citizens to exercise caution, monitor current storm warnings, and avoid long trips in poor weather conditions. Residents of rural areas are advised to refrain from long outdoor walks

07.02.2026, 15:00

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The Pentagon Cuts Ties with Harvard University

Pit Hegset In his statement, Hegset noted that the long-standing cooperation with Harvard did not yield the expected results. "We sent our best officers to this university, hoping that it would better understand and appreciate our military values. However, many of them returned with ideas that do not align with our goals," the minister remarked. Starting from the 2026-2027 academic year, the Pentagon will terminate military education programs, scholarships, and certificates offered

07.02.2026, 14:54

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Sadyr Japarov expressed condolences to the leadership of Pakistan in connection with the terrorist attack in Islamabad

Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, sent his deepest condolences to the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari, and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif in connection with the horrific terrorist act that occurred on February 6 in Islamabad. In his address, he condemned terrorism and its manifestations, emphasizing their threat to global peace and stability. Japarov also confirmed Kyrgyzstan's readiness for active international cooperation in the fight

07.02.2026, 14:04

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As a result of the explosion at the mosque in Islamabad, 31 people died

// Photo from social media As a result of the incident, about 170 people were also injured, according to police information. So far, no one has claimed responsibility for the attack. The explosion occurred during prayer. According to law enforcement, the terrorist was a suicide bomber who was stopped at the entrance to the mosque before he could activate the explosive device. However, witnesses claim that the assailant first opened fire on the guards and then detonated a belt with explosives

07.02.2026, 13:28

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Trump posted and then deleted a video where former US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle are depicted as monkeys.

The video published on Thursday evening, dedicated to the 2020 elections, portrayed the Obamas in an offensive light, which sparked negative reactions from viewers and the media. Republican Senator Tim Scott, the only Black senator in Congress, called on Trump to remove the video. “I hope this is not true, as this is the most racist thing I have ever seen from the White House. The President must take this down,” the senator wrote on platform X.

07.02.2026, 13:25

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Bakhtiyor Khaydarov appointed as the director of the Agency for Industrial Cooperation and Public Procurement of Uzbekistan

Khaydarov had previously served as the first deputy khokim of Tashkent, responsible for financial and economic aspects and poverty alleviation, and also held the position of head of the Main Department of Economics and Finance of the capital. The establishment of the Agency for Industrial Cooperation and Public Procurement took place on February 6 by presidential decree. Its responsibilities include the tasks, functions, and powers of the Ministry of Economy and Finance related to public

07.02.2026, 13:18

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Russia launched a massive strike on Ukraine's energy system: Nuclear power plants are unloaded, millions without electricity

The strikes were aimed at key substations and overhead lines with voltages of 750 kV and 330 kV, which are the backbone of Ukraine's energy network. The Burshtyn and Dobrotvorsk thermal power plants were also affected. As a result of the strike, nuclear power plants were forced to unload their power units. Emergency shutdown schedules have been implemented across Ukraine, operating in 4.5–5 queues. Special schedules for outages have been established in the eastern and northern regions.

07.02.2026, 13:18

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The delegation of Uzbekistan participated in the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Milan. Photo

The opening ceremony of the XXV Winter Olympic Games took place in Italy, where Uzbekistan also presented its team. During the parade of nations, the delegation of Uzbekistan proudly carried the national flag.

07.02.2026, 13:15

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Elections to the Parliament of Armenia are scheduled for June 7, 2026

It is worth noting that the previous elections to the Armenian Parliament were held early on June 20, 2021. In those elections, the ruling party "Civil Contract" secured the support of 54% of the voters, allowing it to occupy the majority of seats in the parliament.

07.02.2026, 13:14

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Tokayev held a meeting with the leadership of the Constitutional Commission

During the meeting, as reported by Akorda, the president was briefed on the commission's work on the draft of the new Constitution. Elvira Azimova noted that the draft, which was presented for public discussion on the eGov and e-Otinish platforms, received over 4,000 responses from citizens. The opinions of the people are mostly positive — they believe that the draft meets modern requirements and the interests of society. Various political parties and public organizations at both the

07.02.2026, 12:20

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TikTok Accused of Violations Due to Addictive Features

According to Euronews, the European Commission has accused TikTok of using a design that is addictive and thus violates the Digital Services Act (DSA). The document presented states that the app employs elements such as infinite scrolling, which contributes to the formation of compulsive behavior among users. Regulators emphasize that such mechanisms can "put the brain on autopilot," leading to excessive use of the platform. Furthermore, the European Commission noted that TikTok has

07.02.2026, 12:09

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The USA imposed sanctions against organizations and vessels involved in the trade of Iranian oil.

According to Euronews, the decision on sanctions was made immediately after the completion of indirect negotiations on the nuclear program, which took place in Oman between the USA and Iran. In its statement, the U.S. State Department noted that they do not intend to cease actions against Iran and its allies while Tehran continues to circumvent restrictions and direct oil revenues towards financing repression and supporting terrorism. After the meeting on Friday, the parties agreed to hold the

07.02.2026, 11:31

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Uzhydromet: Rain and Wind Strengthening Expected in Uzbekistan

Uzhydromet has presented its forecast for the period from February 8 to 11. In Karakalpakstan and the Khorezm region, dry weather is expected on February 8, but rain is possible in some areas on February 9. From February 10 to 11, rain and snow are forecasted, along with possible fog. The wind will blow at a speed of 7-12 m/s, intensifying to 13-18 m/s on February 10-11. Air temperature: on February 8 at night from -0 to -5°C, during the day 3-8°C; on February 9-10 at night from -2°C to 3°C,

07.02.2026, 11:10

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The USA and Ukraine Discuss the Possibility of a Peace Agreement with Russia in March 2026

As reported by "RBK-Ukraine" citing Reuters, sources familiar with the negotiation process confirm that such timelines are being discussed, although they may change due to disagreements on the key issue—territorial matters. According to other interlocutors, it is planned that the agreement will be put to a referendum, which will take place simultaneously with the national elections.

07.02.2026, 11:04

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India has decided to become a global manufacturing power through increased budget spending

The new budget presented by the Indian authorities emphasizes their ambitions to strengthen the country as one of the centers of global manufacturing. This budget includes measures aimed at increasing production in key sectors such as biopharmaceuticals and semiconductors, as well as supporting small businesses. However, analysts warn that the allocated funds of about $630 billion may prove insufficient, especially considering the need to seek new markets for trade diversification. More on

07.02.2026, 10:42

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Forecast of Polar Vortex Destruction: Arctic Air to Arrive in the USA and Europe

In mid-February 2026, a sudden stratospheric warming is expected, which may cause a collapse of the polar vortex and lead to the influx of Arctic air into North America and Europe. According to the World Meteorological Organization, since 1950 there has been a decrease in the frequency and intensity of extreme cold events globally, while average winter temperatures continue to rise. However, despite long-term climate trends, this does not rule out the possibility of extreme weather conditions

07.02.2026, 10:40

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Ksenia Sobchak commented on the ban on comedian Nurlan Saburov's entry into Russia

Ksenia Sobchak, a Russian television presenter, commented on the information regarding the entry ban into Russia for comedian Nurlan Saburov. She expressed her opinion in a post on her Telegram channel on February 6. Sobchak noted: "What difference does it make how he called me? I am against the infighting where everyone discusses each other based on personal sympathies. We can be enemies, but the way Nurlan is being treated is disgusting."

07.02.2026, 09:29

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Photo - The XXV Winter Olympic Games have opened in Italy

// Official account of the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games The opening of the Winter Olympic Games took place on February 7 in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. The ceremony, held at the San Siro Stadium, paid tribute to the famous designer Giorgio Armani, who passed away in September 2025 at the age of 91.

07.02.2026, 09:25

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How an Australian Boy Fulfilled His Dream by Participating in Races in Mongolia. Video

This is an inspiring story about how one boy was able to fulfill his dream. The details of this captivating story are presented by MiddleAsianNews. In the vast expanses of Northern Mongolia, a group of children races across the steppe. Among them stands out a lone foreigner — 12-year-old Angus Paradis from Australia. Last year, Angus visited Mongolia with his family and was fascinated to see local kids riding across the wild meadows. Upon returning to Australia, he began training, covering 25

07.02.2026, 08:38

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Today, in most regions of Mongolia, the cold weather will soon subside.

According to forecasts, in the eastern part of the country, the wind will blow from the northwest, while in other regions it will come from the west, with speeds ranging from 4 to 9 meters per second, and in the east, from 12 to 14 meters per second. Near Lake Uvs, in the Darhad Basin, and in the valleys of the Tes, Orkhon, Kharaa, and Yeruu rivers, temperatures will range from -26 to -31°C. In the basins of the Zag-Baidrag, Ider, Eg, Uur, Selenge, Tuul, Terelj, Kherlen, Onon, Ulz rivers, as

07.02.2026, 08:24

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Batzetsgeg participated in the ministerial conference organized by Secretary of State Marco Rubio

The U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, previously announced his intention to host foreign delegations in Washington to promote joint efforts to strengthen and diversify the supply of critically important minerals. Batzetsgeg Batmunkh, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, participated in this meeting, where ways to enhance economic and national security through the development of sustainable supply chains for critical minerals were discussed.

07.02.2026, 04:29