Kyrgyzstan News Online — Latest Events in Bishkek and the Regions | MTS.kg
The damage to Kyrgyzstan's ecology over the year is estimated at 130 million soms.
Society

The damage to Kyrgyzstan's ecology over the year is estimated at 130 million soms.

In 2025, there were 10,666 recorded violations of environmental legislation in Kyrgyzstan, according to the report from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. As a result of the agency's work, 1,981 directives were issued, which allowed for the elimination of 7,777 violations. The total damage caused to the state amounted to 130 million 961 thousand soms.

26.02.2026, 11:21
Over 10,000 violations of environmental legislation identified in 2025 in Kyrgyzstan
Society

Over 10,000 violations of environmental legislation identified in 2025 in Kyrgyzstan

According to the report from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, 3,619 inspections in the field of environmental and technical safety were conducted in 2025. As a result of these inspections, 3,619 acts were drawn up, which revealed 10,666 violations of environmental legislation. To eliminate the identified violations, 1,981 directives were issued, which allowed for the rectification of 7,777 violations. A total of 4,879 instances of

26.02.2026, 11:20
In Bishkek, police returned a lost wallet containing 1 million soms to its owner
Society

In Bishkek, police returned a lost wallet containing 1 million soms to its owner

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, officers from the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs returned a lost wallet to its owner. Inside were not only important documents but also nearly one million soms. The press service of the department reported that all the money and papers were returned in impeccable condition. According to information, on February 14, the assistant on duty of the Special Operations Unit of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate No. 1, Bolotbek uulu Elaman, and

26.02.2026, 11:19
A resident of the Andijan region was sentenced to three years in a penal colony for participating in the special military operation on Russia's side.
World

A resident of the Andijan region was sentenced to three years in a penal colony for participating in the special military operation on Russia's side.

Illustrative photo According to investigative data, in January 2025, O.K. went to Russia in search of work. At first, he got a job in the Vnukovo airport workshop, but soon encountered problems when he tried to obtain the necessary permits. He was informed about a violation of the law and the possibility of deportation. According to him, the need for money forced him to continue working despite the risks. In April, at the suggestion of an acquaintance, he agreed to a new job at Domodedovo

26.02.2026, 11:15
In London, the strengthening of ties between the parliaments of Central Asian countries and the United Kingdom was discussed.
Politics

In London, the strengthening of ties between the parliaments of Central Asian countries and the United Kingdom was discussed.

On February 25, 2026, a meeting took place in London at the Palace of Westminster, attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev. During the event, he discussed the development of parliamentary ties between Central Asia and the UK with Lindsay Harvey Hoyle, the Speaker of the House of Commons, as well as members of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Central Asia, led by Pamela Margaret Cox, a member of the British Parliament, as reported by the press

26.02.2026, 11:13
Economy

Boneless meat is not subject to state regulation, - Antimonopoly Service

- On the air of the radio, Baktybek uulu Jakshylyq, a representative of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, explained that state price regulation only covers beef and lamb, excluding boneless meat. He added that the order clearly states that the measures apply exclusively to bone-in meat.

26.02.2026, 11:11
Star of the Moroccan national team Achraf Hakimi accused of rape
Sports

Star of the Moroccan national team Achraf Hakimi accused of rape

Achraf Hakimi, defender of the Moroccan national team and player for Paris Saint-Germain, has found himself at the center of a high-profile legal case. A French investigating judge has decided to transfer the case regarding his rape accusation to a criminal court, based on a request from the Nanterre prosecutor's office.

26.02.2026, 11:09
Society

Students will become public assistants to deputies. A Youth Council has been established in the Housing Committee.

Today, February 26, Deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov announced the establishment of a Youth Affairs Council under the Jogorku Kenesh. This decision was made during a parliamentary session. He emphasized that the Kyrgyz people have a rich history and roots, which makes them happy. Muratbekov, who has experience studying in China, recalled how he dreamed of traveling to other countries, but many Kyrgyz students abroad dream of seeing their homeland at least once and getting to know their ancestors.

26.02.2026, 11:09
The Foreign Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic met with members of the British royal family
Politics

The Foreign Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic met with members of the British royal family

In the capital of the United Kingdom, London, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, participated in an important meeting with members of the royal family, during which issues of international cooperation were discussed. Among the participants was Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, with whom the minister had a constructive conversation.

26.02.2026, 11:08
Politics

Sadyr Japarov Appointed Two Ministers

According to the latest news, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a decree appointing Erlis Akunbekov as the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. This was reported by the press service of the head of state. In accordance with the decree, Akunbekov is also relieved of his previous duties.

26.02.2026, 11:05
Incidents

Man killed under the wheels of a "Toyota Camry": A girl was behind the wheel

In the Sokuluk district, near the racetrack, a tragic incident occurred, resulting in a pedestrian dying under the wheels of a car, according to eyewitness accounts. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, a report of the accident was received at the duty station of the Sokuluk District Department of Internal Affairs on February 23 at approximately 07:46, regarding an incident on the 17th kilometer of the Bishkek—Kara-Balta highway, near Frunze

26.02.2026, 11:03
Society

Kanibek Tumanbaev announced how long the campaign to replace old driver's licenses will last

The deadline for replacing old indefinite driver's licenses expires at the end of 2026. This was announced during Tumanbaev's visit to the branch of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing in Osh. He noted that drivers should not worry: "Come when it's convenient for you — in a month, three months, or even try to do it online. There's no need to stand in line; there is enough time for everyone," he added.

26.02.2026, 11:02
The Bishkek City Hall checked the quality of bread supplied to kindergartens
Society

The Bishkek City Hall checked the quality of bread supplied to kindergartens

The visit of the Deputy Mayor of Bishkek, Victoria Mozgacheva, to the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Bakery" was aimed at checking the quality of bakery products supplied daily to the city's kindergartens. This was reported by the press service of the city hall. During the inspection, Victoria Mozgacheva examined the production areas, paying attention to compliance with sanitary requirements. The Deputy Mayor checked not only the quality of the finished products but also

26.02.2026, 10:58
Politics

Deputy: In Russia, counterfeit passports and driver's licenses from Kyrgyzstan are being sold

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Aigul Akhmedova raised the issue of the sale of fake passports and driver's licenses from Kyrgyzstan in Russia. She insists that it is necessary to identify the criminals involved in this type of fraud. According to her, foreign nationals acquire fake documents, which then leads them to become participants in traffic accidents and violate laws by posing as citizens of Kyrgyzstan.

26.02.2026, 10:58
Economy

From Flour to Fuel: What Price Measures Were Implemented in Kyrgyzstan in 2025?

- In 2025, Kyrgyzstan focused its efforts on controlling prices for essential goods, combating unjustified price increases, and protecting consumer rights, as announced by the Ministry of Economy. To control prices, the Cabinet of Ministers approved an action plan for 2025 on February 13 (Order No. 72-r), which included measures to limit price growth and improve the saturation of the domestic market.

26.02.2026, 10:54
Society

Life in the Regions: From 50 to 7000 Som — Malika Sattarova from the Kadamjai District Explained the Sharp Demand for Certain Flowers

Malika Sattarova, residing in the Kadamjay district, successfully cultivates flowers with her family. In her garden, you can find over a hundred different species of plants, and orders come not only from the local region but from all corners of Kyrgyzstan. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, Malika shared that every day she and her husband send flower orders to Osh, Bishkek, and Batken. Their assortment includes both perennial flowers with an open root system and potted houseplants.

26.02.2026, 10:51
In Brazil, the number of flood victims has risen to 46
World

In Brazil, the number of flood victims has risen to 46

According to Reuters, citing the state fire service, more than 3,600 people from the cities of Juiz de Fora and Ubá have been forced to leave their homes. The Juiz de Fora administration has urged residents of flood-prone areas to evacuate. Citizens are advised to go to temporary shelters set up by local authorities. In response to the situation, the federal government of Brazil has expedited aid to the region, sending medical specialists and national defense personnel.

26.02.2026, 10:49
Tax Calendar for Citizens of Kyrgyzstan: Simple Explanation of the Main Points
Exclusive

Tax Calendar for Citizens of Kyrgyzstan: Simple Explanation of the Main Points

How to Use the Tax Calendar? This calendar uses visual navigation, where each category of citizens is marked with a unique color. For example, budget sector employees are highlighted in green. To find out their tax obligations, citizens need to locate their color and pay attention to the checkmarks that indicate the taxes that need to be paid. Remember that property taxes are paid only if there is corresponding property, such as a garage, apartment, land plot, or house.

26.02.2026, 10:49
Incidents

A woman died by self-immolation at Issyk-Kul

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Ak-Suu, a tragedy occurred — a woman committed self-immolation and subsequently passed away. This was reported by the regional department of internal affairs. According to the provided information, on February 25, it became known that a minor girl, born in 2009, was in her sixth month of pregnancy.

26.02.2026, 10:48
Society

Comedian Saburov performed in Thailand and joked about "patriotism"

[img]""[/img] "Stand-up performances will be so patriotic that people will wonder if Vladimir Solovyov is a foreign agent" Kazakh comedian Nurlan Saburov, who faced a ban on entering Russia and scrutiny of his activities by local security services, performed in Phuket. This became known thanks to a message from Russian journalist Ksenia Sobchak on her Telegram channel.

26.02.2026, 10:48
The working commission is reviewing the operations of the Bishkek Funeral Services Agency
Exclusive

The working commission is reviewing the operations of the Bishkek Funeral Services Agency

The first inspection focused on the Southwest cemetery. Since January 1, 2021, this cemetery has been closed for burials based on documents issued by the State Inspectorate for Environmental and Technical Safety, the Central State Sanitary and Epidemiological Service of Bishkek, and the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek Main Architecture". During the inspection of the area, the commission identified a number of violations related to the maintenance of the cemetery, the accounting of

26.02.2026, 10:46
Trump told Zelensky in a conversation that he wants to end the war in Ukraine within a month.
Exclusive

Trump told Zelensky in a conversation that he wants to end the war in Ukraine within a month.

According to Trump, he is ready to assist in organizing a trilateral meeting if the results of the upcoming negotiations in early March are promising. Zelensky, in response to Trump's proposal, expressed gratitude for the support provided and noted that only Trump is capable of convincing Putin to stop the conflict. The President of Ukraine added that he hopes for the war to end this year, to which Trump remarked that the protracted war requires a solution and he would like it to end

26.02.2026, 10:45
Zelensky spoke on the phone with Trump. According to the President of Ukraine, the new round of negotiations with Russia and the USA has been postponed to March.
World

Zelensky spoke on the phone with Trump. According to the President of Ukraine, the new round of negotiations with Russia and the USA has been postponed to March.

In the conversation, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner also participated, representing the interests of the US President in peace negotiations with Russia, Zelensky reported. “We discussed the issues that our representatives will work on at the bilateral meeting in Geneva, as well as the preparation for the next meeting of the negotiating teams in full composition, scheduled for early March. We hope it will lead to negotiations at the level of heads of state. President Trump supports this

26.02.2026, 10:45
In Tajikistan, road infrastructure is being built for nearly $1.2 billion
World

In Tajikistan, road infrastructure is being built for nearly $1.2 billion

Currently, five projects are being implemented with a total investment of $570.9 million, while six completed projects worth $602.2 million are under warranty. According to the Ministry of Transport, in 2025, the construction of several highways began, including the section from Dushanbe to Guliston (49 km) and Guliston to Farhor (29.6 km), as well as the reconstruction of the third section of the Obigarm-Nurobod road.

26.02.2026, 10:45
Incidents

On the Osh-Kara-Suu Highway, a car overturned

On the Osh—Kara-Suu highway, a car overturned, as confirmed by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Osh region. This incident was recorded near the village of Kashkar-Kyshtak. According to official information, the vehicle left the roadway and overturned.

26.02.2026, 10:36
"Even Zelensky doesn't have such a ban. 50 years. Am I Dracula?" Nurlan Saburov gave his first concert after the entry ban to Russia.
World

"Even Zelensky doesn't have such a ban. 50 years. Am I Dracula?" Nurlan Saburov gave his first concert after the entry ban to Russia.

At the concert, Saburov did not shy away from discussing his entry ban to Russia. “I understand that many came here not only for the jokes but also to see a criminal. Even Zelensky doesn't have such a ban, 50 years. Am I Dracula?” — the comedian's words were quoted by Sobchak. He also added that his future performances would be so patriotic that there might be suspicions that he is a foreign agent, similar to Vladimir Solovyov. According to Baza, the venue, which accommodates two

26.02.2026, 10:32
In Bazar-Korgon, a plot worth over 7.7 million soms was returned to the state
Society

In Bazar-Korgon, a plot worth over 7.7 million soms was returned to the state

The Prosecutor's Office of the Bazar-Korgon District conducted an investigation, during which it was established that a plot of agricultural land had been illegally transferred to private ownership. This information was announced by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. As a result of the investigation, it was revealed that in 2006, a plot of 9.2 hectares, located in the village of 1 Maya of the Kenesh Ayil Okmotu, was removed from state ownership in violation of land

26.02.2026, 10:30
The President appointed Erlis Akunbekov and Damirbek Osmonov as ministers
Politics

The President appointed Erlis Akunbekov and Damirbek Osmonov as ministers

Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, signed decrees on appointments in the government. Erlis Akunbekov has taken the position of Deputy Prime Minister, where he will be responsible for water resources, agriculture, and the processing industry. Damirbek Osmonov has been appointed Minister of Health.

26.02.2026, 10:29
Nine New Parks Will Be Established in Tashkent, and the Area of Green Spaces Will Be Tripled
World

Nine New Parks Will Be Established in Tashkent, and the Area of Green Spaces Will Be Tripled

In Tashkent, it is planned to create new public parks in nine locations, covering an area of 134 hectares. With this, the area of green spaces in the city and its surroundings will be tripled, reaching 25,000 hectares. This will increase the provision of green spaces to 6 square meters per person, which is double the current level of 3 square meters. These initiatives were presented to the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, during a meeting dedicated to the development of the urban

26.02.2026, 10:28
Man attempted to bribe a State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic employee with gold.
Incidents

Man attempted to bribe a State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic employee with gold.

Employees of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic detained a man born in 1978, known as D.R.E. He was caught red-handed while handing over two gold bars, weighing a total of 200 grams. According to preliminary data, these bars were intended as a bribe to obtain a favorable decision regarding a criminal case currently under investigation. At the moment, the suspect is in the temporary detention facility of the GKNB KR.

26.02.2026, 10:28
Society

In Almaty, there are demands to introduce biometrics for couriers and ban the hiring of foreigners.

In Almaty, the police have proposed tightening the requirements for couriers and delivery aggregators. This statement was made during a meeting involving representatives from major services, the city prosecutor's office, and the public, as reported by Informburo.kz. The reason for this meeting was the detention of a courier that occurred on February 14, 2024. The man, who delivered flowers, began to harass a girl and was ultimately arrested for seven days.

26.02.2026, 10:25
At what stage is the construction of the new terminal complex of Osh Airport?
Society

At what stage is the construction of the new terminal complex of Osh Airport?

During his working trip to Osh, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, checked on the progress of the construction of the new terminal complex at the international airport "Osh." This information was provided by the ministry's press service. According to their data, the area of the new terminal is 26,000 square meters and includes six blocks. Construction work started on April 25, 2025.

26.02.2026, 10:24
Education

A meeting with parents and school directors on adolescent safety issues took place in Bishkek.

The meeting held on February 25 was organized by the Bishkek City Hall as part of traditional meetings with the parent community. It took place at the Main Department of Internal Affairs and gathered parents and school directors from the Lenin and Oktyabrsky districts. Vice Mayor of the capital, Victoria Mozgacheva, the Director of the Department of Education, Rakhmat Musaev, as well as representatives from the prosecutor's office and the Drug Control Service participated in the event.

26.02.2026, 10:24
Ecology

Strong winds are expected in Bishkek and the Chui region in the next 3 hours

According to information from the Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, strong winds are forecasted in Bishkek and the Chui region on February 26 for the next three hours. According to the press service of the agency, the wind will blow from the west at a speed of 15–20 meters per second.

26.02.2026, 10:21
Economy

A Tax Calendar Presented to Kyrgyz Citizens: How to Use It

The state institution "Salyk Service" has developed a tax calendar for the residents of Kyrgyzstan, aimed at simplifying the understanding of tax obligations. This tool will help citizens know which taxes they need to pay and by when, as well as under what circumstances they may be exempt from payment. As noted by the institution's press service, "even with general information, it is not always easy to determine which specific tax obligations apply to a particular

26.02.2026, 10:17