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Iran and Russia Accuse Starlink of Violating International Law

The Russian delegation pointed to a potential violation of the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, which requires consideration of the interests of all participants in space activities. According to representatives from Moscow, the presence of an extensive satellite network controlled by a private company does not align with the principles of long-term sustainability in space activities. In this regard, Russia called for international discussions aimed at limiting the number of new satellites and

11.02.2026, 10:43

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Humanitarian Aid from Tajikistan Delivered to the Population of Gaza

It is reported that on the evening of February 8, a convoy consisting of six trucks with Tajik aid, including food, warm clothing, tents, and waterproof film, crossed the Rafah checkpoint on the border of Egypt and Palestine. The event was attended by the Tajik ambassador to Egypt and representatives of Tajik charitable organizations, as stated in the report from the Tajik Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Tajikistan has been actively providing humanitarian and financial assistance to the residents

11.02.2026, 10:36

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The elder son of Kadyrov appointed as the curator of the educational system of Chechnya

During a working meeting with the Minister of Education and Science of Chechnya, Khozh-Baudi Daaev, Akhmat Kadyrov outlined priority areas of work, including the modernization of educational infrastructure, reducing the second shift in educational institutions, improving the quality of education, and increasing federal support. Previously, starting from February 2024, he held the position of Minister for Youth Affairs, and before that, he was the First Deputy Minister of Physical Culture and

11.02.2026, 10:28

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Startup Hypersonica announced the successful test of a hypersonic rocket prototype

The German-British startup in aerospace technology, Hypersonica, announced the successful testing of its first prototype hypersonic missile called HS1. The missile was launched on February 3 at the Annoy spaceport located in northern Norway. According to information provided by TASS, the missile reached a speed of 6 Mach, which is equivalent to over 7400 km/h, and flew a distance of about 300 kilometers. The company plans to start serial production of HS1 by 2029. The dimensions of the missile

11.02.2026, 10:15

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At least ten people killed in shooting at Canadian school

The tragedy occurred in the northeastern part of British Columbia, in the city of Tumbler Ridge. According to police information, among the deceased is the suspected shooter, as well as nine other victims. According to Reuters, at least 25 people were injured. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police reported that six victims were found in a school building, while two others were found in a nearby residential building believed to be connected to the incident. One of the injured died en route to a

11.02.2026, 09:43

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Saakashvili did not admit guilt in the case of calling for a coup in Georgia

Mikhail Saakashvili claimed during the court hearing that he is actually being persecuted not for attempting to overthrow the government, but for "insulting the shark from Bidzina Ivanishvili's home aquarium," who is the founder of the ruling party "Georgian Dream." The session began with a conflict between the former president and Judge Bugianishvili. The judge demanded that Saakashvili take his place in the defendant's dock, to which he responded that he did not

11.02.2026, 09:39

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Airplane-sized asteroids will fly close to Earth

According to information from NASA, the first of them will be a 110-meter asteroid named 2026 BJ8, which will pass at a distance of 2,370,000 km from Earth on February 12. On the same day, three more asteroids will approach the planet. On the following day, February 13, a large asteroid 2026 CA1 will come closer to us, reaching a distance of 1,520,000 km.

11.02.2026, 09:25

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Trump threatened Iran with very "tough measures" and another aircraft carrier

Trump noted that "the armada is heading," and another U.S. Navy aircraft carrier group may be sent towards Iran. He expressed hope that the United States would be able to reach an agreement with Iran soon. If this does not happen, he stated that the White House would be forced to take "very harsh measures." Trump also remarked that Iran is showing greater flexibility in negotiations compared to the situation observed before the 12-day military escalation between the U.S.,

11.02.2026, 08:55

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In Russia, restrictions on the operation of Telegram have been tightened.

The agency also reported that it plans to continue implementing restrictions to ensure "compliance with Russian legislation and protection of citizens' rights." As RBC reports, information about partial restrictions on Telegram's operation emerged earlier. Since February 10, the messenger's operation has been slowed down, while the number of complaints about technical failures, registered since February 9, has increased to more than 11,000, according to Downdetector

11.02.2026, 08:52

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The Taliban Introduced a Criminal Code Legalizing Slavery, Class Inequality, and the Murder of Dissenters

The new code lacks rights to defense and compensation The human rights organization Rawadari has published information about the new "Criminal Code of the Taliban Courts," signed by Mullah Hibatullah and sent to the provinces for implementation. This was reported by The Insider.

11.02.2026, 08:41

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Mongolian Cyclists Won Gold and Bronze in Al-Qassim, Saudi Arabia. Photo

left: Visut Kasiya-phat, Shinebayar Dangaasuren, and Tumedemberel Surenkhorloo Mongolians once again delight with medals at the Asian Road Cycling Championship. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. At the Asian Road Cycling Championship taking place in Al-Qassim, Saudi Arabia, athletes from Mongolia continue to show outstanding results. After a successful start, where international master Temuulen Khadbaatar won a silver medal in the 24.6 km distance among juniors under 23 years old, the

11.02.2026, 05:14

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Americans Helped Mongolians Digitize Over 9,900 Rare Manuscripts at the National Library

The project "Cataloging and Digitization of Texts in Tibetan Language" has been completed as part of a seven-year agreement between the National Library of Mongolia (NLM) and the American non-governmental organization Asian Legacy Library (ALL). This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. From 2018 to 2025, during this initiative, 11,359 manuscripts were registered, with 199,986 entries added to the catalog. In the process of digitization, 9,930 manuscripts, which contain 3,026,668 pages,

11.02.2026, 05:02

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The XVIII Annual Conference on Mongolian Studies was held in the USA

The Embassy of Mongolia in the USA and the Mongolian Cultural Center jointly organized the XVIII Annual Conference, which took place on February 6-7, 2026, at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History and the Library of Congress. About 30 specialists gathered for the event, including scholars and researchers from institutions such as the University of Montana, Columbia University, the University of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania State University, North Carolina State University, the

11.02.2026, 04:56

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The Speaker of the Parliament of Mongolia Congratulated Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae

Currently, Uchral Nyam-Osor is on an official visit to the Russian Federation. In his congratulatory message, he noted: “Sincere congratulations to Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (@takaichi_sanae) on the historic victory that her party and coalition achieved yesterday. This outstanding mandate is a testament to the trust of the Japanese people and opens new opportunities for cooperation. I hope for further deepening of partnership relations between our countries and joint promotion of our

11.02.2026, 04:48

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Two Mongolian Cashmere Stores Opened in Vancouver

In Vancouver, Canada, two new retail stores offering products made from Mongolian cashmere are now operating. The first, "Apricity Cashmere," began its operations in 2024. It offers a wide range of products, including sweaters, scarves, and hats made from 100% cashmere. The assortment includes both items under the Apricity brand and products from well-known Mongolian brands such as "Gobi" and "Toоnot Cashmere."

11.02.2026, 04:14

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Mongolian Horse: A Small, Enduring Breed with a Rich History. Photos

“The Mongolian horse, originating from the Mongolian plateau, is considered one of the oldest breeds in the world. The height of these horses at the withers ranges from 120 to 135 centimeters, and their weight varies from 267 to 370 kilograms,” reports the author of MiddleAsianNews. Despite its compact size, the Mongolian horse is characterized by a strong build and high endurance, allowing it to successfully adapt to harsh climatic conditions and long periods of pasture-based living. The

11.02.2026, 04:07

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The crisis in Mongolia is an opportunity for the transformation of its system

This article critically examines the corruption rampant in the Mongolian People's Party, as well as the reasons for its decline. The author illustrates in detail the extent of corruption that has engulfed the ruling party. In the past twelve months, Mongolia has faced a political crisis, where the parliament and the president find themselves in sharp confrontation. This situation highlights that the current governance model and economy do not allow the population to benefit from the

11.02.2026, 03:53

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92-year-old Radnaa and veterans of the 55+ women's basketball team of Mongolia won gold medals in Abu Dhabi. Photo

The tournament features over 25,000 athletes from 92 countries, aged 30 and older, competing in 38 disciplines, including 13 sports for people with disabilities. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. The Open Masters Games in Abu Dhabi 2026 are held under the auspices of the Organizing Committee, operating under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Teyab bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. This ten-day event is an important stage in the preparation for the largest multi-sport event in the Middle

11.02.2026, 03:44

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Trump, Europe, Russia: What the Munich Report Surprised Us With

According to the authors, Trump has become a central figure undermining the foundations of international relations, leaving Europe without the necessary protection from the United States. The issue of the course of Russia's war against Ukraine has also not gone unnoticed by the authors of the report, who note: "Destruction is underway." The symbol on the cover—a elephant representing the Republican Party of the USA—highlights Trump's destructive policies. What will be the

10.02.2026, 19:48

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In Kazakhstan, over 3,000 cases of influenza have been registered since the beginning of the epidemic season.

During this period, 3,018 cases of laboratory-confirmed influenza were recorded, of which 2,958 cases were caused by the influenza A (H3N2) virus, 53 cases by the A (H1N1) virus, and seven cases by the influenza B virus. Currently, 2,272,739 people have been vaccinated against influenza, which corresponds to 11.13% of the total population and meets the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO). The Ministry of Health noted that the educational process in educational institutions

10.02.2026, 19:46

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Trump threatened to block the opening of a new bridge between the USA and Canada

According to Trump, the Gordie Howe International Bridge, which connects the province of Ontario and the state of Michigan, will not be opened until the Canadian government begins to treat the US with due respect and fairness. "I will not give permission for the opening of this bridge until the United States receives full compensation for everything we have done for Canada," he commented on his blog on Truth Social. The bridge project is funded by the Canadian government and will be

10.02.2026, 19:31

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Today, warming is expected in most regions of Mongolia.

// photo: ©Batkhüü Idësh According to the meteorological forecast, from 8:00 to 20:00 on February 10, 2026, the weather in the country will be mostly cloudy with no precipitation. In the eastern part of the country, the wind will blow from the northwest, while in other regions it will come from the west at a speed of 4-9 meters per second. According to the forecast, in the area of Lake Uvs and the Darhad Depression, as well as in the upper reaches of the Zavkhan River and in the valley of the

10.02.2026, 19:04

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Snow and Rain Expected in Tajikistan

From February 10 to 14, precipitation is expected in most regions of Tajikistan. In the valley and foothill areas, it will be mainly rain, in the mountainous areas — rain mixed with snow, and in the high-altitude areas — snow, reports the Agency for Hydrometeorology of the Republic. Changes in the weather are associated with the movement of a western cyclone and frontal atmospheric divisions. Snow is forecasted in the passes, sometimes heavy, as well as an increase in wind speed up to 15-20

10.02.2026, 19:04

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Tokayev: Kazakhstan is Finally Parting Ways with the Super-Presidential Form of Governance

Tokayev At an expanded government meeting, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced Kazakhstan's transition to a presidential republic, definitively abandoning the "super-presidential" form of governance. He emphasized that the new Constitution lays the foundation for the consistent development of the political system based on the concept of "Strong president – influential parliament – accountable government." Speaking about political reforms, Tokayev noted that Kazakhstan is

10.02.2026, 18:58