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The head of U.S. intelligence reported serious injuries to Mojtaba Khamenei

As reported by the Daily Express, during hearings in the House Intelligence Committee of the U.S. Congress on March 19, Gabbard clarified that the current situation in the Iranian leadership remains uncertain, and it is unclear who is making key decisions. At the same time, the day before, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in an interview with Al Jazeera that Khamenei sustained only minor injuries and feels "in good health".

20.03.2026, 15:50

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As a result of heavy rains in southern Pakistan, 17 people died and 30 were injured

Heavy rains that hit Karachi, Pakistan's largest port city, led to tragic consequences on March 18. According to information published by Xinhua, the death toll has reached 17, and 30 people were injured as a result of various incidents caused by adverse weather conditions. According to local authorities and rescuers from service 1122, the injured were reported in several areas of the city, where heavy precipitation revealed weaknesses in the infrastructure. In particular, in the Baldia

20.03.2026, 15:35

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Trump at a meeting with the Prime Minister of Japan recalled the attack on Pearl Harbor

At a meeting in the White House, Trump compared the recent operation in Iran to the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, which led to confusion for Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, as reported by the German publication Berliner Zeitung. According to Bloomberg, Takaichi did not respond with laughter; instead, she pursed her lips and looked at her advisers. The Telegraph also reports that after a "awkward pause," Trump added, "He asks me about the surprise, and we had one."

20.03.2026, 14:18

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Fire at auto parts factory in Korea: 53 injured, 14 reported missing

A fire was reported at 1:17 PM, after which the National Fire Agency of Korea decided to mobilize resources for firefighting across the country. This decision is made in cases where local services are unable to cope with the scale of the incident. At the time the fire broke out, there were 170 employees at the factory, of which 14 people are still unaccounted for.

20.03.2026, 13:27

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18 Illegal Migrants Died Off the Coast of the Comoros Islands

Off the coast of the Mitsamiouli region in the northern part of Grand Comore Island in the Comoros, 18 illegal migrants drowned on March 18. This was reported by Xinhua, citing the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Among the deceased were 15 citizens from Congo and three from Burundi.

20.03.2026, 13:03

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The Foreign Minister's Secretary accepted the Deputy Executive Secretary of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification.

During the meeting, issues related to the preparation for the 17th Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD COP17) were discussed. The participants emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation for the successful organization of this event. Andrea Mesa Murillo and Mönkhtushig Lkhanaajav Andrea Mesa Murillo also noted that the appointment of Batzetsgeg Batmunkh as the Chair of the Conference of the Parties (UNCCD COP17 President-Designate) should

20.03.2026, 11:17

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses disappointment over Mongolia's inclusion in the list of countries with visa guarantees.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia held a meeting with the Deputy Head of the U.S. Embassy mission in Ulaanbaatar, Neil Vermillion, as reported by MiddleAsianNews. As previously mentioned, the U.S. has expanded the list of countries subject to a visa bond, including Mongolia.

20.03.2026, 09:11

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A Member of the Parliament of Mongolia Met with the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly of Hungary

During the meeting, Batsumberel noted that Mongolia and Hungary have long-standing and friendly relations that have developed over 76 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties. He also highlighted the active interaction between the parliamentary groups of the two countries. The deputy mentioned recent high-profile exchanges, such as the visit of the Speaker of the Parliament of Mongolia, Zandanshatar Gombojav (currently the Prime Minister), in 2024 and the visit of the Speaker of the

20.03.2026, 09:07

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Mongolia issued a certificate to GATES for the repair of Boeing aircraft engines

GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES) is strengthening its position in the Asia-Pacific region by obtaining certification in Mongolia, reports MiddleAsianNews. GA Telesis Engine Services (GATES), a subsidiary of GA Telesis specializing in the repair and maintenance of aircraft engines, announced that it has received a certificate from the Civil Aviation Authority of Mongolia (AAM). This document allows for the overhaul of CFM56 engines for local airlines.

20.03.2026, 08:33

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Korean Dessert Cafe "Dessert39" Records Record Sales in Mongolia

According to information from MiddleAsianNews, the Korean chain Dessert39 reported record sales in its Mongolian stores, highlighting the growing interest in Korean desserts and café culture in the region. According to data provided by the central office of Dessert39, from March 1 to March 9, 2026, sales volume in the Mongolian branches amounted to approximately ₮138.14 million (about 57.3 million won).

20.03.2026, 08:31

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Kazakhstan Sent a Trade Mission to Mongolia, the First in Seven Years

Kazakhstan is once again activating its presence in the Mongolian market by sending its first trade mission in seven years, reports MiddleAsianNews, citing data from the Ministry of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan. On March 18, a delegation led by Deputy Minister of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan Aizhan Adilovna Bizhanova visited the "Talyn Mongolia" factory, which is capable of processing up to 100 tons of products per day.

20.03.2026, 08:03

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The USA has expanded the list of countries with visa bonds. Mongolia has been included.

Starting April 2, citizens of Mongolia will be required to pay a bond of up to $15,000 when applying for visas to the USA. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. According to information from the U.S. Department of State, the updated list of countries includes 38 nations whose citizens must pay a bond when applying for a visa. As a result of recent changes that took place on March 18, the number of countries has increased to 50.

20.03.2026, 07:24

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Tourism revenues in Mongolia reached $1 billion amid a sharp increase in the number of inbound tourists

CentralAsia presents an article by Ms. Margie Manlapig, an esteemed journalist from Travel Daily Media, discussing the prospects of Mongolian tourism, its development, and the existing challenges, including the language barrier. Mongolia, despite its small size, confidently asserts itself on the tourist map of the region.

20.03.2026, 07:12

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Gold prices have collapsed below $4,600 per ounce due to the Hormuz crisis

On the stock market, the price of gold has significantly decreased to less than $4,600 per ounce, closely approaching the $4,500 level. The reasons for the drop in quotes include escalating conflicts in the Middle East, which undermined hopes for a decrease in interest rates, negatively impacting the value of gold, reports RBC. On March 19, at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME), the quotes for the April gold futures fell by 8%, reaching $4,505.3 per ounce, according to trading data. Data as

19.03.2026, 22:13

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60 million jobs and pensions of 4000 yuan. The Chinese ambassador spoke about the growth of prosperity in China

During a briefing dedicated to the results of the sessions of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jiangping, reported significant achievements in the country's social welfare over the past five years. The per capita income of the population has increased annually by 5.4%, which has allowed the creation of more than 60 million new jobs in urban areas.

19.03.2026, 19:44

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The world on the brink of record hunger, — UN WFP

The article is prepared by K-News. Copying or partial use of the material is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. The report from the United Nations World Food Programme warns that if the conflict with Iran continues until the summer of 2026, the number of people experiencing acute hunger will increase by 45 million.

19.03.2026, 17:18

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Former Iranian Defense Minister Hossein Dehghan took the position of the slain Larijani

Hossein Dehghan It should be noted that the death of Ali Larijani, who passed away on March 17, was the result of an Israeli attack on Tehran, as previously mentioned by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz. This tragedy also claimed the lives of his son and chief of security. Hossein Dehghan served as Iran's Minister of Defense from 2013 to 2017 and has headed the "Mostazafan" Foundation since 2023, which is the largest energy conglomerate in the country. Since February 28 of

19.03.2026, 17:18

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Afghanistan and Pakistan Cease Hostilities Due to Holiday

A temporary ceasefire has been reached at the initiative of Qatar, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia Afghanistan and Pakistan announced a simultaneous cessation of hostilities, with a temporary ceasefire agreement reached at the request of Qatar, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia ahead of the Muslim holiday, as reported by RBC.

19.03.2026, 17:10

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60 million jobs and pensions of 4000 yuan: the Chinese ambassador spoke about the growth of wealth

At a briefing dedicated to the results of the sessions of the National People's Congress and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jiangping, reported on the impressive growth of social prosperity in the country over the past five years. She noted that the per capita income of citizens has increased by 5.4% each year, and more than 60 million new jobs have been created in cities.

19.03.2026, 16:44

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Trump sent a letter to Tokayev

Illustrative photo // Tokayev In his letter, Trump expressed gratitude for the meeting with Tokayev, which took place in February in Washington as part of the inaugural meeting of the Council of Peace. He noted that he looks forward to the next meeting with the Kazakh president at the upcoming Council of Peace meeting and the G20 summit, which will be held at the end of the year in Miami. Let us remind you that on January 22, Trump signed the charter of the Council of Peace, established at his

19.03.2026, 16:04

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China's GDP Reaches a Record 140 Trillion Yuan in 2025

In 2025, China's gross domestic product will reach 140.19 trillion yuan, which is a historically high figure. This information was announced at a press conference following the sessions of the National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). According to Liu Jiangping, the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, the average annual growth rate of the economy is 5.4%, while last year it was about 5%. These figures significantly exceed

19.03.2026, 15:29

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The Pentagon requested $200 billion from the U.S. Congress for the war with Iran, - The Washington Post

The Pentagon // Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Alexander Kubitza, DOD The Pentagon has approached the president's administration with a request to approve the allocation of more than $200 billion to fund operations against Iran. This information was published in The Washington Post, citing a senior government official. According to three sources from the publication, the requested amount significantly exceeds the funds already spent on military actions. It is expected that this money will

19.03.2026, 15:24

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90% of the world's humanoid robots are produced in China

According to statements by Liu Jiangping, the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, at a briefing following the sessions of the National People's Congress and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, around 13,000 humanoid robots were delivered worldwide in 2025, of which about 90% were produced in China. She emphasized that China holds a leading position in the world in terms of the number of patents in the field of robotics. "Evidence shows

19.03.2026, 15:11

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The State Duma of Russia Tightens Residency Rules for Migrant Children and Patent Holders

At the meeting held on March 18, State Duma deputies adopted two bills in the first reading aimed at regulating labor migration. According to the new regulations, migrant children who reach the age of 18 will be required to leave the country within 30 days or obtain their own patent.

19.03.2026, 14:50