Mass protests are erupting in Iran, during which demonstrators set fire to the building of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. In response, the authorities deployed ground troops to support local police. Due to the protests, the internet in the country has been completely shut down, as reported by analysts from the NetBlocks service.
During a conversation with representatives of The New York Times, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he does not see the need for international law. When asked if there are any limits to his powers on the global stage, Trump replied, "Yes, there is one limitation. My own morality and reason. That is the only thing that can stop me. I don't need international law because I don't want to harm people." He emphasized that his administration is obligated to adhere to
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, at the corner of Kurmanjan Datka and Frunze streets, a new traffic light equipped with laser backlighting for the pedestrian crossing has been installed. This was reported by the local city hall. According to the information, the traffic light was created and assembled using the resources of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure".
Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, has reported a decrease in income in 2024 compared to the previous year. This became known thanks to the published declaration data from the tax service of Kyrgyzstan.
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in Bishkek has announced a tender for a cleaning company that will carry out regular cleaning in the Office building.
Recently, an unscheduled inspection was conducted at the phytosanitary control points "Ak-Tilek" and "Kant," located on the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border. The inspection was carried out by Maksat Kocherov, the director of the department of chemicalization, plant protection, and quarantine at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the ministry's press service. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture
The judicial authorities sentenced a man to 7 years of imprisonment, who is serving his sentence in correctional colony No. 27 (located in the village of Moldovanovka), for publishing criticism of the authorities on social media. According to the press service of the GKNB from June 2025, a user named "A.K.S.K." was found on Facebook, who called for disobedience to the authorities and mass riots.
On January 6, employees of the Osh Regional Administration and the Biodiversity Department of the Ecological Supervision Service, as well as representatives of the "Bars-2" NABU group, conducted raids in the Kara-Suu, Alay, and Uzgen districts. According to information provided by the Ecological Supervision Service, during the inspections, fines were imposed on three men for illegal fishing, with a total penalty amounting to 3,000 soms in accordance with Article 266 of the Code of
Every two minutes, a woman dies from cervical cancer worldwide, as reminded by the World Health Organization (WHO). January has been declared Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. "To achieve success, it is necessary for 90% of girls to be vaccinated, 70% of women to undergo screening, and most patients to receive adequate treatment," noted the WHO.
According to a statement from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, a suspect in the distribution of narcotic substances was detained on January 8. Information about drug trafficking was received by the capital's police on January 7, concerning the Pervomaisky district.
Protest sentiments in Iran are becoming increasingly pronounced. Experts believe that there is a high likelihood that Israel and the USA may attempt to exploit interethnic conflicts in the country for intervention. Their intention is to create conditions under which the Iranian authorities will be forced to suppress protests harshly, paving the way for external influence. From January 6 to 7, the escalation of the situation shifted from central provinces to the outskirts, where ethnic
On the night of January 8 to 9, sharp changes in weather conditions occurred in the Talas region: thick fog appeared, significantly reducing visibility on the roads. In this regard, the regional traffic safety management (UTSBD) strongly recommends that drivers exercise caution: reduce speed, avoid crossing into oncoming traffic, and strictly adhere to traffic rules.
The protests in Iran have not subsided since December 28, starting at the main city bazaar in Tehran, where shop owners closed their stores due to hyperinflation and sharp price fluctuations. On December 29, the exchange rate of the rial reached a record low of approximately 0.00002 euros. According to the World Bank, food inflation in the country was 64.2% in October, placing Iran second in the anti-rating after South Sudan. According to the dpa agency, security forces are using tear gas
As of 11:00 on January 8, 2026, the air quality index in Bishkek is 137 AQI. This level is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
On Wednesday, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, mocked French leader Emmanuel Macron, claiming that he allegedly agreed to a threefold increase in drug prices under pressure from Trump. Meanwhile, on Thursday, Macron expressed his concern, stating that the USA is "moving away from international norms" and gradually "turning away" from its allies, as reported by Euronews. He noted that "multilateral institutions are functioning worse and worse,"
An incident involving the theft of a car, in which a minor was involved, occurred in Bishkek. The press service of the Patrol Police Department reported that on January 5, a signal was received at the "102" duty station about the theft of a BYD car in the Sverdlovsk district.
According to Deutsche Welle, Iran has experienced almost a complete internet shutdown due to protests related to the sharp decline in the value of the rial. The British organization NetBlocks confirmed that the country is undergoing an "almost complete nationwide internet blackout." Cloudflare services report that on January 8, internet traffic in Iran decreased by approximately 90%. Preliminary data indicates that only officials and security forces have access to the internet,
Last night, an earthquake was recorded in Tajikistan, which was also felt in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. This information was provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the institute, the strength of the tremors was 6.5 on the Richter scale and was registered at 3:14 AM.
In Bishkek, the employees of the UPSM reported that a case was recorded involving a vehicle that had unauthorized light signals installed. The patrol police stopped a "Changan" car with the license plate 01KG 102GVD, in which prohibited devices were found. During the conversation with the driver, it was revealed that he is not a law enforcement officer.
Starting from 8:00 AM, traffic is restricted on the section of Alymbek Datka Street in Osh. This information was provided by the city hall. The closed section covers the area from Aitieva Street to Asylkan.
The UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed regret over the United States' withdrawal from several UN organizations, adding that the system will continue to perform its functions. This was reported by the UN news service. In a statement from the UN press service, it is emphasized that contributions to the regular budget and the peacekeeping operations budget, approved by the General Assembly, are legally binding for all member states, including the US.
Some government officials in Kyrgyzstan often cite the situation with street congestion and the fullness of cafes in Bishkek, questioning: if the economy is such, why are restaurants full? The answer to this question may lie in the "lipstick effect" hypothesis developed by American sociologist Juliet Schor. What is the "Lipstick Effect"?
The press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs sent a message to the residents of Bishkek regarding the search for 24-year-old Aimeirim Akisheva. On January 6, Aimeirim's sister contacted the police for help in finding her sister. She reported that around 5:50 PM that day, Akisheva left to meet her boyfriend Bakyt Asakeev and went missing. When the information about this spread on social media, the couple got in touch and stated that they would only contact their
According to information provided by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, a criminal investigation has been initiated in the Uzgen district against police officers. On January 3, 2026, employees of the Kurshab rural police department, taking advantage of their official position, unlawfully detained two citizens, using physical force without ensuring the necessary procedural documents. As a result, one of the detainees, citizen A.B., suffered serious health injuries.
On January 8, the national football team of the Kyrgyz Republic (U-23) held its official training session in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, ahead of an important match in the second round of the Asian Cup. The team is preparing to play against the Vietnamese footballers, which will take place on January 9. The kickoff time in Bishkek is scheduled for 20:00.
In the Chuy region, a man suspected of committing acts of domestic violence has been detained. According to information provided by the regional Department of Internal Affairs, A. Z., born in 1995, reported to the police in the Issyk-Ata district. She stated that on January 7, her husband A. E., born in 1993, inflicted bodily harm on her during a conflict in their home in the village of Ivanovka.
In the decisive match for the Spanish Super Cup in football, "Barcelona" and "Real" will meet again. The semifinals of the tournament took place on January 8 and 9 in Saudi Arabia.
In Bishkek, the police identified another driver who was operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, as reported by the press service of the Traffic Police. During an operational raid, patrol police officers stopped a car and suspected that the driver behind the wheel was intoxicated. Moreover, he did not have a driver's license with him.
The key findings of the study challenge the existence of a universal model of four seasons. The map created during the work demonstrated that even neighboring regions can have significantly different timings for important seasonal events, including the start and end of the growing season. For example, in mountainous areas in the tropics or Mediterranean zones, seasonality often shows asynchrony over short distances. Main conclusions: absence of universal seasons
On January 9, 1956, the lowest temperature was recorded in Bishkek — minus 25.1 degrees. This data is provided by the resource "Weather and Climate." On that day, the temperature in the capital reached a record level of −25.1 °C.
On December 30, 2025, a court in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region issued a verdict against Rinat [name changed, K.R.D.], a 50-year-old man who became a subject of a case for a brawl involving physical force at his acquaintance's place. According to information received by the police, at half past seven in the morning on December 29, 2025, law enforcement received a report from a woman living in the village of Nizhne-Chuyskoye. She reported that Rinat was knocking on her
- In 2025, the Rosselkhoznadzor took steps to confiscate three unused land plots in the Amur region and Yakutia, with a total area of 33 hectares. These plots are intended for agricultural use. This information was disseminated by the Rosselkhoznadzor. In the Amur region, fines were imposed as part of administrative cases against landowners, with a total amount exceeding 635 thousand rubles. Additionally, 2.1 million rubles were collected voluntarily and by court decisions as damages.
Recent words from Elon Musk have sparked active discussions on the topic of technological singularity. The founder of Tesla and SpaceX expressed the opinion that humanity has already entered this new stage of development, predicting that 2026 will be the "year of singularity," when artificial intelligence will begin to significantly surpass human capabilities. This viewpoint sharply contrasts with the more conservative predictions of many experts, who suggest that such a leap will
At the intersection of Frunze and Kurmanjan Datka streets in Bishkek, a new traffic light equipped with laser backlighting for pedestrian crossings has appeared. This traffic light is the result of the work of the municipal enterprise "City Road Transport Infrastructure," which developed and manufactured it independently for the first time, as reported by the city administration. The laser backlighting improves the visibility of pedestrians for drivers in difficult weather
According to reports from the Seismology Institute of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the epicenter of the earthquake is located 223 kilometers southeast of the city of Osh in Kyrgyzstan. The intensity of the earthquake in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan was assessed at 3 points.
Recently, a declaration on security guarantees for Ukraine was signed in Paris; however, its content turned out to be shortened compared to the initial draft, according to information from the European publication Politico. The latest version removed certain provisions concerning the United States, as noted by RBC.
In 2025, the Office of the Rosselkhoznadzor for the Orenburg Region focused its efforts on several key areas. The main tasks included protecting citizens from unsafe products, combating illegal imports, maintaining the epizootic and phytosanitary well-being of the region, as well as developing the export of agricultural products and increasing the overall volume of production. According to monitoring conducted using the FGIS "Saturn," 76 cases of violations of pesticide application
As part of the new documentary project "President," Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), opened up about his relationship with President Sadyr Japarov, clearly outlining the stability of their cooperation. According to him, all attempts by detractors to sow discord in their alliance always fail, as there exists a "stone wall" of trust between them. Tashiev emphasized that while some weave intrigues in hopes of benefiting from a
Today, January 9, the second match of the Kyrgyzstan U-23 national football team will take place in Saudi Arabia as part of the Asian Cup. In the second round of the group stage, the Kyrgyz team will face their Vietnamese counterparts. The game will be held in Jeddah and will start at 20:00 Bishkek time. In the first match, which took place on January 6, the Kyrgyzstan team lost to Saudi Arabia with a score of 0:1, while Vietnam secured a victory over Jordan (0:1). At the youth level,
Two-time world champion in Greco-Roman wrestling Akzhol Makhmudov held a meeting with members of the Kyrgyzstan futsal team. The Kyrgyzstan team is currently in Bishkek, preparing for the decisive matches of the Asian Cup.
The flight transporting Kyrgyz citizens from Osh to Kuwait City for the purpose of performing Umrah finally departed from Namangan Airport in Uzbekistan after several delays. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. Social media was actively discussing the long wait that Kyrgyz citizens faced in Namangan while awaiting their departure.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has presented the full video of the match between the youth teams of Kyrgyzstan and Saudi Arabia. This match of the first round of the group stage of the Asian Cup (U-23) took place on January 6 in the city of Jeddah.
In Tashkent, a call was received by the "102" service that will likely be remembered for a long time. A local resident, who took his request very seriously, demanded that law enforcement free Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, claiming that he had become a victim of kidnapping by Donald Trump. Dispatchers tried to explain to him that such a situation was beyond their competence. The recording of this conversation soon appeared on social media and instantly went viral.
Recent studies conducted by scientists at Newcastle University have shown that even a brief, just 10-minute, intense workout contributes to changes in blood composition, which in turn reduces the risk of developing bowel cancer and aids in the repair of damaged DNA. During physical activity, specific molecules enter the bloodstream that reduce inflammatory processes, improve vascular function, and normalize metabolism.
On the night of January 7 to 8, a collision between two cars occurred on the Bishkek - Osh highway. According to information from eyewitnesses, the incident took place in the Toktogul district. Preliminary data indicates that there are no casualties.
Today, January 8, at 19:36, an unusual event occurred in the sky over the village of Kara-Too, located in the Kochkor district. Local residents observed a group of 7-8 lights moving in a chain. The emotions and astonishment of the villagers were captured on video by one of them — Emil Monkoev.
In the southern part of Germany, in Bavaria, an unusual event occurred: about 50 sheep unexpectedly entered a Penny supermarket, causing mild chaos for 20 minutes. According to The Telegraph, the animals roamed freely around the store while employees tried to herd them out by banging on the counters. Captured on video, the event shows how the flock entered the sales area and then, seemingly frightened, left it. The German TV channel ZDF noted that "the sheep caused complete chaos" and
