The IRGC stated that the detained tankers were involved in fuel smuggling, and over a million liters of this resource were discovered during the inspection. Additionally, 15 crew members were arrested and will be prosecuted, according to the IRGC.
Arayik Harutyunyan The military court in Baku has sentenced Arayik Harutyunyan and several of his subordinates to life imprisonment for their actions in Nagorno-Karabakh. This list also includes former ministers and high-profile officials, such as former Defense Minister Levon Mnatsakanyan, former parliamentary speaker David Ishkhanyan, as well as David Manukyan, who headed the army, and David Babayan, who served as foreign minister. Two former presidents of the NKR — Arkadi Ghukasyan and Bako
During the discussion, Jumakhonzoda emphasized that this issue is under consideration and expressed hope for a positive outcome. He added that the introduction of a visa-free regime is one of the steps to attract more tourists to the country, which will be supported by active advertising efforts. The main sources of tourist flow to Tajikistan, according to the head of the department, include Arab countries, England, Germany, France, Russia, China, and South Korea. These countries show the
Lukashenko emphasized the importance of maintaining ties between countries, reminding that in the modern world, no state can exist in complete isolation. He highlighted the shared views of Belarus and Kazakhstan on global development and proposed to increase the volumes of interregional cooperation based on trust and joint experience. The president noted that the foundation of bilateral relations is trade, which has already reached the mark of 1 billion dollars; however, he stated that this is
President Trump announced his proposal on the social network Truth Social. He emphasized that during his first presidential term, he significantly updated the U.S. armed forces, including the introduction of new and modernized nuclear systems. “I was able to prevent nuclear conflicts between Pakistan and India, Iran and Israel, as well as Russia and Ukraine. Instead of extending the New START Treaty, which was poorly negotiated and is still being violated, I propose to engage our nuclear
As a result of meteorological conditions in Turkmenabad on February 4, the wind reached speeds of 19 m/s, leading to visibility dropping to 500 meters. According to the airport meteorological station, wind gusts reached 16 m/s, and visibility decreased to 400 meters horizontally and 240 meters vertically. Dust storms also affected other areas of the region. In Kerki, the wind blew at a speed of 13 m/s, and visibility was limited to 2000 meters due to dust haze.
Evgeny Korobov On February 5, the Astana court denied refugee status to Russian serviceman Evgeny Korobov. This was reported by his lawyer, Arthur Alkhastov, a lawyer from the Kazakhstan Bureau for Human Rights, to the project "Vot Tak". Since the beginning of Russia's special military operation in Ukraine, similar decisions have been made regarding ten other Russian deserters, and Korobov became the eleventh on this list.
In Uzbekistan, a temporary ban on the import of live animals and birds from India, as well as all types of livestock products from the state of West Bengal, has been in effect since January 29. This decision was made by the Chief State Veterinary Inspector of the country in response to an outbreak of the Nipah virus (NiV) in the specified region. The basis for such measures were data from the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) and information about the complex epidemiological
Left: Yasmin Fuad and Batbaatar Bat In a statement, Yasmin Fuad, the Executive Secretary of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification, emphasized the importance of land as the foundation of food security, water supply, and stability. "When land is depleted, it leads to instability, loss of livelihoods, and forced displacement of people," she noted. She added that the conference will contribute to the development of practical solutions for restoring degraded lands and improving the
Illustrative photo It is important to note that this communication channel was suspended in the fall of 2021, just before the start of Russia's full-scale war with Ukraine. The initiator of the resumption of contacts was General Alexus Grinkevich, the commander of the U.S. European Command, who held meetings with high-profile Russian and Ukrainian officials in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.
According to a joint study by UNICEF, the international organization ECPAT, and Interpol, approximately one in 25 children becomes a victim of criminals creating sexualized deepfakes. The study covered 11 countries. UNICEF emphasizes: the scale of the problem is such that in every classroom, there is at least one child who has become a victim of such a crime.
In the last 24 hours, international media reported on key events occurring both in Ukraine and beyond, against the backdrop of ongoing military actions. Here are the main points. Belgorod without power. Photo Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. The second round of trilateral negotiations involving representatives from Russia, Ukraine, and the USA has concluded in Abu Dhabi. The main outcome was an agreement on a new prisoner exchange under the scheme "157 for 157," which is the first in the
In this context, Deputy Press Secretary Tommy Pigott provided the following information: “Today, February 5, 2026, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Ms. Battsereg Batmunkh. The main topic of discussion was the deepening of cooperation between the two countries in the areas of security and economy. Landau emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership between the United States and Mongolia within the framework of the
// photo: ©Batzaya Choijiljav On February 6, significant cooling is forecasted in various regions of Mongolia, and on February 7, frosts will intensify, especially in the eastern part of the country. Most regions will experience overcast weather, with no precipitation expected. The northwestern wind, with speeds of 5-10 meters per second, may strengthen to 12-14 meters per second in the steppe and Gobi regions.
On February 5, the famous climber and honored athlete Tseveendash Bazarhand began his run covering a distance of 1600 kilometers along the route Ulaanbaatar–Beijing–Tianjin. This was reported by IKON. Before the run, Tseveendash noted that there are serious problems among youth and children, such as depression and addiction to digital devices. He emphasized that instead of just talking about a healthy lifestyle, he wants to set an example through his actions. “People have become less active,
Nominchimeg Odsuren The 179th session of the Human Rights Committee of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is taking place in Geneva, Switzerland, from February 2 to 18, 2026. Details can be found on MiddleAsianNews. At the current meeting, Nominchimeg Odsuren, representing the Parliament of Mongolia, was elected chairperson of the Human Rights Committee of the Inter-Parliamentary Union. The Committee consists of 10 members from various countries. Among the women in the Committee are
Left: Uchral Nyam-Osor and Igawahara Masaru As reported by MiddleAsianNews, on February 5, 2026, a meeting took place between the Chairman of the Great State Khural (GSK) of Mongolia, Uchral Nyam-Osor, and the Ambassador of Japan to Mongolia, Igawahara Masaru. Uchral Nyam-Osor, speaking at the meeting, noted that within the framework of the GSK's approved five-year development strategy for Mongolia for 2026-2030, special attention will be paid to the interests of investors and the
“As part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and simplify travel, the Dominican Republic and Mongolia have agreed on visa-free entry for citizens of both countries. This agreement will allow holders of diplomatic, service, and ordinary passports to cross borders without the need for visas,” reports MiddleAsianNews. The diplomatic note DU/TI-051162, issued on December 29, 2025, by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic (Mirex) through the embassy in Cuba, confirms
A new technical cooperation project will be launched, aimed at improving the political and legal climate in the field of information and communication technologies, as well as enhancing competitiveness in global markets. This information was disclosed by MiddleAsianNews. On September 26, 2025, a project document titled "Development of the Information and Communication Technology Sector" was signed at the State Palace of Mongolia. This event was organized with the participation of the
YouTube is taking active measures to remove low-quality content created using artificial intelligence. According to information published by The Verge, several major channels have disappeared from the platform during this campaign, including CuentosFacianantes, which has 5.9 million subscribers and a total of 1.2 billion views, as well as Imperio de Jesus with over 5.8 million subscribers.
Tokayev According to Tokayev, "the situation is very complex, and the central aspect remains the issue of territories. Kazakhstan has always advocated resolving conflicts exclusively through political and diplomatic channels. We are convinced that the only path to peace is dialogue between the parties. Our country does not intend to take on the role of a mediator but is ready to offer a neutral platform for negotiations if such an opportunity arises," the president stated. In
Illustrative photo The returned soldiers from Russia are currently in Belarus, where they are receiving necessary medical and psychological support. After this, they will be sent to Russia for further treatment and rehabilitation. According to information from the Ministry of Defense, the exchange was organized with the mediation of the United Arab Emirates and the United States of America. The parties reached an agreement to conduct the exchange during meetings of delegations from Russia,
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov, and Christopher Landau, the First Deputy Secretary of State of the USA, signed an important Memorandum of Understanding. This document concerns the reliability of supply in the field of extraction and processing of critical minerals and rare earth elements, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan. Saidov noted that Uzbekistan views the rare metals sector not just as a source of income but also as a foundation
On February 5, a meeting took place in Canberra between the heads of the foreign ministries of Germany and Australia, where Johann Wadephul, the German Foreign Minister, announced the intention of both countries to deepen cooperation in the supply of critically important resources, including lithium. This was reported by DW. According to Wadephul, Australia has significant reserves of strategic raw materials, and Germany is interested in further developing the partnership, especially in the