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A solar power plant will be built in the Khovd aimag.

According to information from MiddleAsianNews, as part of the initiative "Scaling Up the Renewable Energy Sector," implemented by the Ministry of Energy with financial support from the Asian Development Bank, a turnkey contract has been signed with Chinese companies Zhongtian Photovoltaic Technology and Jiangsu Zhongtian Technology. The project includes the construction of a solar power plant with a capacity of 19.8 MW and an energy storage system based on battery storage with a

17.03.2026, 14:45

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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia proposes to introduce mandatory deportation of foreigners for 20 types of offenses

Migrants in the Russian Federation The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia has developed a draft law that provides for the mandatory expulsion of foreigners from the country for 20 types of offenses. According to "Kommersant," this draft amendment to the Administrative Offenses Code of the Russian Federation was discussed on March 16 at a meeting of the government commission on legislative activity.

17.03.2026, 14:41

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The Grow with Google Mongolia program launched for the third time

The Grow with Google Mongolia program has officially launched for the third time. This initiative offers participants the opportunity to quickly master digital skills that will be in demand in the global market by 2026, based on international methods, which will help them start their careers and enhance their professional competencies.

17.03.2026, 14:38

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Iran threatens to destroy oil and gas facilities of countries that provide the U.S. with a base for an attack on Khark Island.

Shekarchi also emphasized: "If America commits aggression against Khark Island and its oil facilities, we firmly declare that all oil and gas facilities of the aggressor country will be subjected to attack, and our forces will turn them to ashes. We have already demonstrated that we carry out our threats, and in this matter, we have no limitations. No country should be used as a springboard for American aggression against Khark," he added. The neighbors of Khark Island are Iraq,

17.03.2026, 14:37

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Can Mongolia Restructure Global Uranium Supply Chains? — The Diplomat

An article in the authoritative American publication The Diplomat suggests that Mongolia adopt Kazakhstan's experience in uranium mining. Find out why this experience could be critically important for Mongolia. Mongolia aims to develop its critical mineral sector to diversify its mining activities, but this process is progressing slowly.

17.03.2026, 14:09

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TURKPA: The referendum in Kazakhstan was held calmly and openly

The international observer mission of TURKPA presented preliminary results of the observation of the constitutional referendum that took place on March 15. This was reported by the organization's press service. On March 16, representatives of the mission, which included deputies from Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, and Turkey, as well as staff from the TURKPA international secretariat and the Central Election Commission of Azerbaijan, held press conferences in Astana and Almaty.

17.03.2026, 14:00

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The Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan recognized the referendum on the new Constitution as valid, with 87.15% voting "for"

According to Abdirov, "the referendum can be considered valid, and the new Constitution put to vote should be considered adopted." According to information from the Central Election Commission of Kazakhstan, the total number of registered voters at the time of voting was 12 million 482 thousand 613 people. 9 million 127 thousand 192 people voted. At the same time, 146 thousand 558 ballots were deemed invalid, and 127 thousand 868 ballots were not counted. It is expected that the new

17.03.2026, 13:21

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A strong magnetic storm is expected on Thursday, March 19.

According to calculations, the speed of the plasma cloud heading towards Earth is about 670 km/s. Its journey from the Sun to our planet will take just over 60 hours. Considering the time of the flare's formation, which occurred around 3 PM Moscow time, it is expected that the cloud will reach Earth on Thursday, March 19, 2026, between 4 and 6 AM. The maximum intensity of the expected magnetic storm will range from G2 to G3, which is considered a high level. The probability of reaching a

17.03.2026, 13:05

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Exchange Prices for Gasoline in Russia Soar

During trading on March 16, there was a noticeable increase in prices for gasoline and diesel fuel on the St. Petersburg exchange, marking the highest level since the beginning of the year. According to information from Lenta.ru, the price of A-92 gasoline rose by 2.02% and now costs 66,514 rubles per ton. A-95 gasoline increased by 1.63%, reaching 70,074 rubles, while summer diesel fuel went up by 1.84%, amounting to 64,619 rubles. These values were last recorded in October of last year, and

17.03.2026, 12:36

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A Surprisingly Beneficial Berry for the Heart and Gut Has Been Named

According to information provided by the Lenta.ru agency, wild blueberries have the ability to significantly improve the functioning of the cardiovascular system and intestinal health. This conclusion was made by researchers from the University of Maine (USA) based on an analysis of more than 20 years of scientific work. The results of their study were published in the journal Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition (CRFSN).

17.03.2026, 10:56

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The USA wants to remove the President of Cuba from power

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17.03.2026, 10:49

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Trump stated that he predicted bin Laden and many other events

Trump stated: “I predicted many events, including the destruction of the World Trade Center and the emergence of Osama bin Laden.” He also expressed the opinion that U.S. allies might not come to their aid in a critical moment, and that he has been aware of this for a long time. The president added that he foresaw the use of the Strait of Hormuz as a tool of pressure: “I predicted all of this a long time ago.” According to CNN, Trump has repeatedly claimed that he warned of a potential threat

17.03.2026, 09:35

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Women's Participation in the Workforce in One Region of India Exceeds the National Average

Women in Jammu and Kashmir are beginning to occupy increasingly important positions in the economy and social life of the region, and their employment rate has already surpassed the national average in India. This was reported by Darakshan Hassan Bhat, a representative of a local NGO, at the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council, as conveyed by Kashmir Breaking News. She noted that new opportunities for women are being created in this union territory thanks to government programs and

17.03.2026, 08:56

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Media: Pakistan Strikes Kabul. Hundreds Dead

According to information provided by the Afghan news portal Tolo News and the Ministry of Health, more than 250 people have died and over 400 have been injured as a result of a strike that occurred on Monday evening. According to local authorities, one of the rocket strikes hit a large rehabilitation center for drug addicts, where hundreds of patients were present at the time of the attack. A significant part of the building was destroyed, as reported by AP News.

17.03.2026, 08:06

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Media: Iran's New Supreme Leader Taken to Moscow for Treatment After Injury

According to information published in Al Jarida, the incident occurred on the first day of the attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, as a result of which Khamenei was injured. A secret flight was organized for his evacuation to Moscow. A high-ranking source claims that the proposal to transport Mojtaba Khamenei to the Russian capital came from President Vladimir Putin during a recent phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.

17.03.2026, 02:22

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The German Defense Minister Refused to Send Ships to the Strait of Hormuz

Minister Boris Pistorius stated that Germany does not intend to participate in the conflict and continues to believe in the possibility of a diplomatic resolution to the situation. He also noted that Germany bears responsibility for the security of NATO's eastern flank and the Atlantic, emphasizing that the current situation in the Strait of Hormuz is not a war initiated by the Federal Republic of Germany. According to Reuters, other U.S. allies, such as Japan, Australia, Italy, and

17.03.2026, 02:05

World

A major M2.8 flare occurred on the Sun.

Illustrative photo A flare on the Sun occurred at 15:15 Moscow time, accompanied by a noticeable plasma ejection towards Earth. Additionally, this event led to the destruction of a medium-sized prominence, which will further increase the mass of the ejected gas.

17.03.2026, 01:54

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Zelensky called the pressure over the "Druzhba" pipeline "blackmail"

Volodymyr Zelensky, the President of Ukraine, criticized the pressure being exerted on Kyiv by European states regarding the need to resume oil transit through the "Druzhba" pipeline. He described it as "blackmail," as reported by Politico. According to the publication, the pipeline has not been operational since January due to a Russian attack, and this issue has sparked a serious conflict between Ukraine and Hungary. Kyiv claims that restoring transit under the current

17.03.2026, 01:48

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In the coming decades, new tsunamis are likely in the Mediterranean.

According to information published by Euronews, researchers express concern about the potential risk of new tsunamis in the Mediterranean. Since the early 20th century, around 100 tsunamis have been recorded here, accounting for approximately 10% of all cases worldwide. Despite its reputation as a relatively safe region, the risk of tsunamis in the Mediterranean remains real. Such disturbances typically occur after earthquakes or volcanic eruptions and can come in series. The first wave is not

17.03.2026, 00:59

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Trump threatened to postpone his visit to China if Beijing does not help open the Strait of Hormuz

Illustrative photo // TASS U.S. President Donald Trump may postpone the summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping if China does not assist in unblocking the Strait of Hormuz. This statement was made in an interview with the Financial Times. The scheduled meeting between Trump and Xi was set to take place in two weeks in Beijing and would be the first visit by a U.S. president to China in the last nine years. Preparations for the summit began after discussions between U.S. Treasury Secretary

16.03.2026, 16:16

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IDF announced the start of a series of strikes on targets in Tehran, Shiraz, and Tabriz

// RIA Novosti According to information provided by the military department, the strikes are aimed at the infrastructure of the Iranian regime in cities such as Tehran, Shiraz, and Tabriz. “The Israel Defense Forces have now begun large-scale strikes on the Iranian regime's targets in Tehran, Shiraz, and Tabriz,” the statement specifies.

16.03.2026, 15:34

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The UN is preparing a global plan to combat Islamophobia

Miguel Moratinos, the UN special envoy addressing issues of Islamophobia, expressed concern about the growing discrimination and hatred towards Muslim communities worldwide. This information was reported by the UN News Service. He emphasized that the situation has been worsening for three years — despite the efforts of the international community. "We are witnessing a significant increase in Islamophobic sentiments, attacks, and violations of rights. This is a global problem, and all

16.03.2026, 15:31

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UNESCO warned of a high probability of a tsunami in the Mediterranean in the coming decades

The Mediterranean Sea and its surrounding areas have recorded approximately 100 tsunami events since the early 20th century, accounting for about 10% of all such occurrences worldwide. Although this region is historically considered relatively safe, scientists warn that even small waves can pose a serious threat to densely populated coastal areas. The causes of tsunamis are usually powerful earthquakes or volcanic eruptions that can generate a series of waves. The first wave is not necessarily

16.03.2026, 13:44

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The Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Mongolia Presented a Copy of the Credentials

During the discussion, the participants of the meeting touched upon a number of issues concerning the bilateral relations between Mongolia and Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Minister Gombosüren noted that cooperation between the countries is developing on the basis of "comprehensive partnership" and expressed hope for further deepening of political dialogue and economic ties.

16.03.2026, 12:27