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Zelensky: Ukraine's position on territories has not changed, and all parties — including the Americans — must be ready for compromise.

Vladimir Zelensky During a joint press conference in Vilnius with Lithuanian leader Gitanas Nausėda and Karolis Navickas, Zelensky noted that a 20-point plan for ending military actions was discussed in the United Arab Emirates, as well as "problematic issues" developed by Washington at the end of the previous year and subsequently revised multiple times. The President of Ukraine emphasized that while the number of problematic issues has decreased, there are still many. He also

26.01.2026, 08:44

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Venezuela has freed dozens of political prisoners

According to Foro Penal, 80 political prisoners were released on this day, which was the result of pressure from the United States. The head of the organization, Alfredo Romero, noted that human rights defenders are working to establish the identities of all those released. Currently, these are the last prisoners who have been released since the United States began to challenge the authority of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. On Friday, Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez,

26.01.2026, 08:41

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Scientists warn of a global threat from free-living amoebae capable of surviving in water supply systems

Research shows that certain types of amoebae, found in aquatic and soil environments, have the ability to survive in harsh conditions such as high temperatures and the presence of chlorine, which is lethal to most microbes. An example is Naegleria fowleri, known as the "brain-eating amoeba," which causes a rare but almost always fatal brain infection that can develop when contaminated water enters the nose during swimming. Longfei Shu, the lead author of the study from Sun Yat-sen

26.01.2026, 07:47

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Weather forecast for Mongolia in February

The Department of Meteorological and Environmental Analysis presents the weather forecast for February 2026. In the western regions, temperatures are expected to be at the level of long-term averages throughout February; however, in Bayan-Ölgii, Uvs, Khovd, Zavkhan, and the western part of Govi-Altai, precipitation will be below average norms, while in the other aimags, precipitation will correspond to normal indicators.

26.01.2026, 07:13

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Mongolia and Germany to Collaborate on Establishing Agricultural Cooperatives

The implementation of the "Genossenschaft" system for agricultural cooperatives in Mongolia is aimed at improving the economic and market competitiveness of its participants. The "Uylgan" cooperative, located in the Tsagaan-Uur somon of the Khovsgol aimag, has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the German cooperative "Untere Spreewald" from Brandenburg. Simultaneously, the "Shosooloshton" cooperative from the Darkhan-Uul aimag has entered into a

26.01.2026, 07:08

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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of January 26

Global agencies and foreign sources have presented information about current events in Ukraine and beyond amid ongoing military actions. Here are the main points. The Ukrainian MLRS "Grad" on the front line in the Donetsk region. Photo by Reuters. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky commented on the results of the trilateral negotiations held in Abu Dhabi with the participation of delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and the USA. He emphasized that Ukraine will not change its

26.01.2026, 06:54

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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in Mongolia

In honor of the 270th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Mongolian Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra will present his works on January 27, 2026. The concert will be conducted by the renowned Austrian conductor Matthias Fleitzberger. Planned program: Overture "Cosi fan tutte" Concerto for Bassoon and Orchestra in B-flat Major, K. 191/186e Symphony No. 36 in C Major, K. 425 "Linz" Matthias Fleitzberger (born in 1965 in

26.01.2026, 06:32

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The USA has confirmed support for reforms in Mongolia's mining sector

Left: Michael Flores and Dashpurev Buriad The Secretary of State of the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources of Mongolia, Dashpurev Buriad, held a meeting with the Director of the Korean-Mongolian Office of the U.S. Department of State, Michael Flores, and representatives of the U.S. embassy. The main topic of discussion was bilateral agreements on cooperation in the management of mineral resources and labor relations. This information was provided by MiddleAsianNews. At the initial

26.01.2026, 06:29

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Mongolia and Kazakhstan Aim to Increase Trade Turnover to $500 Million

A meeting took place between the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy of Kazakhstan, Serik Jumangarin, and his Mongolian counterpart, Gankhuyag Khassuur. Jumangarin congratulated Khassuur on his new appointment, noting the significance of Mongolia as a key partner in the region. He emphasized that cooperation between the countries is built on the principles of trust and mutual respect, and that trade and economic relations are the foundation of this partnership, as reported

26.01.2026, 06:11

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The Mongolian rock band THE HU has released a new song "The Real You." Video

The Mongolian rock band THE HU, known for their innovations, has once again captured listeners' attention with the release of their new single "The Real You" on January 23, available through the Better Noise Music label. This is reported by MiddleAsianNews. In their latest work, the musicians emphasize Western musical influences, creating a powerful and atmospheric sound accompanied by an energetic rhythm and expressive, even threatening vocals. The track represents a new

26.01.2026, 06:10

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Selenge Became the Champion of the Ice Climbing World Cup in Saas Fee

SÉLENGE Nyamdoo This weekend, the IAA Ice Climbing World Cup stage took place in Switzerland. The competition was held in Saas Fee, a ski resort located at an altitude of about 2000 meters in the Alps, which is famous for its history of hosting UIAA-sanctioned events since 2000. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. This season, 137 athletes from 19 countries participated in the competition, which is 13% more compared to last year, when the number of participants increased by 16%. This

26.01.2026, 06:03

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Due to the celebration of the Mongolian New Year Tsagaan Sar, the automotive border crossings will be temporarily closed.

From February 17 to 20, 2026, Mongolia will suspend the operation of automobile border crossings with Russia and China in honor of the traditional New Year, Tsagaan Sar. The Main Customs Administration reports that railway communication through the Zamyn-Uud crossing will operate as usual, and international trains will continue to run according to the established schedule. Details about the operating schedule and temporary closure of automobile border crossings in February can be found in the

26.01.2026, 05:30

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Kazakhstan Conducts an Open Policy Towards Mongolian Investors

Cooperation between Mongolia and Kazakhstan in the field of free economic zones and special zones is reaching a new strategic level. During a working visit to Kazakhstan, a delegation led by the Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia, Gankhuyag Khassuur, met with Yersain Nagaspaev, the Minister of Industry and Construction of Kazakhstan. Currently, there are 17 special economic zones operating in Kazakhstan, where 532 industrial projects have been implemented. These projects have generated a total

26.01.2026, 05:29

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The Philippine Embassy warns Filipinos about visa scams in Mongolia

Last week, on Thursday, the Philippine Embassy in Beijing issued a warning to its citizens in Mongolia about the presence of illegal recruiters. The message emphasized that converting a tourist visa or using the visa-free regime to obtain a work visa is strictly prohibited. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. In its message, the embassy reminded that the 21-day visa-free regime is intended solely for tourists and that working in Mongolia under this status is illegal. “Do not trust

26.01.2026, 05:09

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The Mongolian Bankhar Debuted at the World Dog Show and Became Champion of the Philippines

The Philippines is hosting the largest event in Asia — the Philippine Circuit Shows 2026, which will take place from January 21 to 25, 2026, at the SMART Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. The exhibition will feature 12 dogs of various breeds and 16 international judges. Among the participants is our Banhar named Myangan naiz Demuul. More details can be found in MiddleAsianNews. PCCI divides all dogs into 10 categories based on their tasks and work.

26.01.2026, 04:48

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In Istanbul, a decapitated body of a citizen of Uzbekistan was found in a garbage container

In the Şişli district of Istanbul, a decapitated body of a woman wrapped in a sheet was found. According to information from Haberler, the corpse was discovered by a local resident who was collecting paper for recycling and immediately reported it to the authorities. According to media reports, the victim's identity was established through fingerprints — she turned out to be a 37-year-old citizen of Uzbekistan. The crime scene was cordoned off, and an investigation has been launched.

25.01.2026, 21:19

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Due to Winter Storm "Fern," over 13,000 flights have been canceled in the U.S.

According to reports from Reuters and the Associated Press, by the evening of January 24, more than 139,000 households were left without electricity, and this number continues to rise. The most affected regions were Texas and Louisiana. In New York, the bodies of three people were found who died as a result of severe weather conditions, including two men — one aged 67 and the other around 30, as well as an elderly woman. In response to the worsening situation, U.S. President Donald Trump signed

25.01.2026, 20:47

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France detained the tanker GRINCH from the Russian "shadow fleet"

According to information published by BFMTV, citing the Marseille prosecutor's office and the Mediterranean maritime prefecture, the captain, a citizen of India, was arrested on the evening of January 24 after the tanker docked in the Gulf of Fos, located near the Marseille-Fos port. The other Indian crew members remain on board for now. A preliminary investigation, initiated on January 22, concerns a possible violation of flag usage regulations. Checks are being conducted by the maritime

25.01.2026, 20:40

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In the USA, a Kyrgyzstani man was sentenced to 3.3 years in prison for exporting weapons to Russia

According to information provided by the U.S. Department of Justice, Zharnovnikov was found guilty of illegally exporting firearms and ammunition of American manufacture to Russia, with a total value exceeding $1.5 million. He does not have permanent resident status in the U.S., which could lead to his deportation after serving his sentence. Eastern District of New York Prosecutor Joseph Nocella Jr., FBI representative Terrence Riley, and Jonathan Carson from the U.S. Department of

25.01.2026, 20:16

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WSJ: A Massive Purge Shakes the Chinese Army

According to reports from The Wall Street Journal, General Zhang Yuxia, who is the senior deputy chairman of the Central Military Commission of the Communist Party of China and one of the key commanders of the army, is under investigation. He has been accused of "serious violations of party discipline and laws." Additionally, General Liu Zhenli, head of the Joint Staff of the Chinese Armed Forces, is also in the spotlight. He faces similar allegations related to his official duties.

25.01.2026, 19:33

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Minnesota Activated State National Guard Due to ICE Actions

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz stated that the National Guard has already been activated and is carrying out its duties in Minneapolis amid protests triggered by the actions of federal immigration authorities and the tragic death of a local resident. According to Walz, the decision to deploy the Guard was made last week: units were placed on standby for rapid response to potential deteriorations in the situation. The deployment is occurring in cooperation with the Hennepin County Sheriff's

25.01.2026, 19:12

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TIME: Sources in the Iranian Ministry of Health reported 30,000 dead in two days

According to sources, the mass killings carried out by Iranian security forces have overloaded the system to such an extent that the authorities have been unable to dispose of the bodies of the deceased: supplies of body bags have been exhausted, and 18-wheeler trucks have been used for transportation instead of ambulances. This estimate is significantly higher than the 3,117 deaths reported by agencies subordinate to Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on January 21. Furthermore, it

25.01.2026, 18:52

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Germany and Italy refused to participate in Trump's "World Council" in its current format

Friedrich Merz explained that the governance mechanisms of the "Council of Peace" contradict the constitution of Germany. He emphasized that he had previously informed Trump of Berlin's readiness to participate in this initiative on the condition that the council would oversee compliance with the peace agreements in the Gaza Strip. However, in the existing format, Germany cannot accept the proposed conditions "for constitutional reasons." Nevertheless, the chancellor

25.01.2026, 17:57

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Meta is accused of violating WhatsApp privacy and accessing users' "private" messages

A lawsuit was filed in the San Francisco district court on January 23. It claims that WhatsApp and its parent company have the ability to store, analyze, and access almost all users' 'private' messages, despite Meta's assertions that messages are protected by end-to-end encryption. Meta claims that when using such encryption, access to messages is only available to the sender and the recipient, and WhatsApp users are notified that only chat participants can read, listen to,

25.01.2026, 17:10