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In Osh, fake police conducted searches in a massage parlor and extorted money for "protection"

In the city of Osh, a man posing as a police officer has been detained, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement data, three men entered one of the local massage parlors, introducing themselves as police officers. Without any identification, they conducted illegal searches and displayed aggression towards the owner of the establishment.

14.02.2026, 15:48
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In Tone, a banned cell was "cleaned up": two were released, 33 punished

In the Issyk-Kul region, specifically in the Ton district, two local residents decided to leave the banned religious extremist organization "Yakin-Inkar." This was reported by the district internal affairs department. According to law enforcement agencies, on February 12, during preventive work carried out by employees of the service for combating extremism and illegal migration of the Ton District Department of Internal Affairs, two suspected members of the organization — I.B. and

14.02.2026, 15:34
The Bishkek City Hall Warns About Fraudsters Acting on Behalf of Officials
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The Bishkek City Hall Warns About Fraudsters Acting on Behalf of Officials

The Bishkek City Hall reported an increase in cases of fraud where criminals pose as municipal employees. In particular, it has been established that unknown individuals impersonated Chyngyz Kemelbekov, the deputy director of the Department of Individual Housing Construction and Urban Planning, and demanded money from citizens. They referred to allegedly submitted applications for the legalization of land plots.

14.02.2026, 15:31
The USA will deliver $15 billion worth of Europe-paid weapons to Ukraine in 2026
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The USA will deliver $15 billion worth of Europe-paid weapons to Ukraine in 2026

Illustrative photo NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized that the USA plays a key role in providing Ukraine with weapons. In 2026, Ukrainian forces will receive both lethal and non-lethal armaments, including interceptor missiles, he added in an interview with PBS. "The total volume of supplies is about one billion euros per month," Rutte noted. Funding for American arms supplies to Ukraine is provided by European countries through a NATO mechanism known as PURL (Prioritised

14.02.2026, 15:31
In Suusamyr, 55 people are searching for a man missing under an avalanche
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In Suusamyr, 55 people are searching for a man missing under an avalanche

In the Suusamyr Valley of the Chuy region, active searches continue for a man who went missing under a snow avalanche. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 55 people are participating in the operation, including 24 rescuers, 28 members of the local government, one police officer, and two relatives of the missing person. Search efforts are being conducted in the Boroondy pasture in the Jayil district.

14.02.2026, 15:13
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In the Bakai-Ata District, 7 pistols were seized

In the Talas region, a large-scale operation called "Arsenal" is being conducted, initiated by the Internal Affairs Department of the Talas region from February 12 to 20, 2026. During the inspections, officers from the Internal Affairs Department of the Bakai-Ata district are checking firearm owners for compliance with storage regulations.

14.02.2026, 15:12
Society

In Bishkek, the bridge on Kalinina Street will be closed for reconstruction starting February 15.

In Bishkek, starting from February 15, repair work will be carried out on the bridge on Kalinina Street, according to information provided by the Patrol Police Department. The reconstruction will affect the bridge located on this street and involves widening the roadway to increase capacity for vehicles. Due to these works, traffic over the bridge will be temporarily suspended.

14.02.2026, 15:07
Promised to deliver an iPhone in an hour. A fraudster was caught in Osh.
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Promised to deliver an iPhone in an hour. A fraudster was caught in Osh.

In Osh, as part of the operation "Bandit," law enforcement authorities detained a man suspected of committing fraudulent actions. According to the Osh Department of Internal Affairs, during the investigation, a 26-year-old citizen known as A. uulu A., born in 1999, was identified. He had previous legal issues.

14.02.2026, 15:05
A warning about avalanche danger has been issued in Tajikistan
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A warning about avalanche danger has been issued in Tajikistan

Avalanche threats are noted on sections of the road from 48 to 74 km and from 78 to 81 km, especially in the areas of Maihura and Zideh, located in the Varzob district. According to the Agency for Hydrometeorology of the Republic of Tajikistan, the risk of avalanches is also present in mountainous areas under republican jurisdiction and in the west of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region. Additionally, in some parts of the Khatlon region, mudflow phenomena may occur in the coming days due to

14.02.2026, 14:59
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In Osh, suspects in extortion posing as bloggers have been detained

The detention took place in Osh, where law enforcement officers arrested two men who presented themselves as bloggers and threatened to publish compromising videos. This information was provided by the city's Internal Affairs Department. According to the police, a 22-year-old local resident, A. B., filed a complaint stating that unknown individuals were demanding money from him, threatening to distribute a video recording.

14.02.2026, 14:57
World

Results of the seventh day of the Olympics: a sensation in figure skating

On the seventh day of the Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina, seven sets of medals were awarded. The Norwegian team continued to dominate the medal standings, while a highlight of the day was the triumphant performance of Kazakh figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov. First Gold for Kazakhstan in Figure SkatingAmong the main events of the day was the brilliant performance of 21-year-old Mikhail Shaidorov, who won the gold medal in men's singles skating, scoring 291.58 points (92.94 +

14.02.2026, 14:55
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Three Suspects in Robbery Detained in Alamedun District

Police officers reported the detention of three suspects in a robbery in the Chuy region. This was informed by the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to available information, on February 10, 2026, two young men from Bishkek - K. H., born in 2004, and K. B., born in 2006 - approached the police in the Alamudun district. They stated that on February 7, they were attacked by unknown individuals in a field near the village of Lenin, who inflicted bodily harm and seized their

14.02.2026, 14:54
Stars of the Kyrgyz stage will gift Bishkek a grand evening of love
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Stars of the Kyrgyz stage will gift Bishkek a grand evening of love

The National Center for Children and Youth "Seitek" in Bishkek will host a unique concert "Stars Sing of Love," which will take place this Sunday, February 15, at 5:00 PM. This event promises to unite outstanding representatives of Kyrgyz music who have shaped its modern image on one stage.

14.02.2026, 14:53
In 2026, 3 million tree seedlings will be planted across Turkmenistan.
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In 2026, 3 million tree seedlings will be planted across Turkmenistan.

The resolution was adopted on February 13 during an extended meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, where the results of 2025 were also summarized. This was reported by the state news agency TDH. According to the resolution, the responsibility for implementing the plan will be divided between central and local authorities. The khyakimliks of Ashgabat and Arkadag, as well as various ministries and departments, will be required to ensure the planting of 1.5 million seedlings, while the remaining

14.02.2026, 14:46
World

Macron stated the need to prepare for coexistence with Russia

Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Macron noted that the end of the conflict will not change Moscow's actions. "We need to establish rules of coexistence to minimize the risk of escalation. Our geography will remain the same," he emphasized. Macron also pointed out that the war in Ukraine represents a "major challenge" for Europe and has become a "military failure" for the Russian authorities. He added that to end the conflict, it is necessary not to

14.02.2026, 14:43
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a parking lot robbery at "Globus" has been detained.

In Bishkek, according to police reports, a suspect has been detained in connection with a robbery that occurred in the parking lot of the "Globus" store. The information was provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk district of the capital. According to a statement filed by Ы. К. on January 4, 2026, on the same day around 05:30, he became a victim of an attack in the parking lot. Unknown individuals inflicted bodily harm on him and stole 10,000 soms, as well as a

14.02.2026, 14:18
The GKNB detained an investigator from the Ministry of Internal Affairs for concealing a gang rape in Kemin
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The GKNB detained an investigator from the Ministry of Internal Affairs for concealing a gang rape in Kemin

The State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the detention of the head of the Investigative Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in the Kemin district, located in the Chuy region. According to information from the special service, the operation was conducted jointly with the Internal Investigations Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as part of efforts to combat corruption in law enforcement agencies.

14.02.2026, 14:13
World

Trump called regime change in Iran the "best option" and sent an aircraft carrier to the region

During his address, Trump noted that the situation in Iran has not changed over the past decades. "47 years of just talk. We've lost many lives during this time," he said. However, the president did not specify whom he envisions as the head of state, only mentioning that "there are people" who could take on this role. Amid rising tensions, the U.S. is increasing its military presence in the region. Trump announced that the new aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford will be

14.02.2026, 14:07
Macron called for direct negotiations with Russia
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Macron called for direct negotiations with Russia

At the Munich Security Conference held on February 13, French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of European countries participating in negotiations with Russia to end the conflict with Ukraine. This was reported by Le Monde. Macron highlighted the need to create a "transparent communication channel" with Russia. He noted that for successful negotiations, Europe must be in a "strong position" and called for the active development of defensive capabilities,

14.02.2026, 14:03
Economy

The Central Bank of the Russian Federation and the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic are working on issues to simplify money transfers.

The issues of simplifying money transfers between Russia and Kyrgyzstan are being developed by the Central Bank of Russia and the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Sergey Vakunov, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Russian Federation in Bishkek. The diplomat noted that creating a reliable financial infrastructure, which will serve as the foundation for developing trade relations between the two countries, is a crucial task within their joint activities. He

14.02.2026, 14:01
Migrants from Tajikistan are allowed to bring medical certificates from home
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Migrants from Tajikistan are allowed to bring medical certificates from home

Illustrative photo According to the explanatory note to the agreement, its implementation will contribute to strengthening bilateral ties between the states. The document emphasizes that fulfilling its conditions will not lead to negative socio-economic consequences and will not affect the achievement of tasks set by state programs in Russia. According to Vladimir Putin, there are currently more than one million citizens of Tajikistan living in the Russian Federation, which accounts for about

14.02.2026, 13:58
Investigator of the GKNB Detained for Concealing Group Rape in Kemin
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Investigator of the GKNB Detained for Concealing Group Rape in Kemin

The detention took place at the initiative of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan, which reported the arrest of the head of the Investigative Department of the Internal Affairs of the Kemin district, located in the Chui region. This operation was conducted jointly with the Internal Investigations Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and aimed at combating corruption within law enforcement agencies.

14.02.2026, 13:52
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The National Bank suspended the license of the exchange office "Forex Plus Ltd"

- The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has suspended the license of the exchange office "Forex Plus Ltd" due to non-compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements. This information was published by the regulator. The license of the exchange office, located at the following addresses: Bishkek city, Ibraimov Street, house 57, apartment 21, and Osh city, Masaliev Avenue, 24/1-110, will be suspended from February 12 to February 26, 2026, inclusive.

14.02.2026, 13:50
Economy

Tracking Cargo with Navigation Seals: What is Under Control

Starting from February 11, mandatory tracking of cargo using navigation seals has begun in Kyrgyzstan and other countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. This initiative was approved by the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission and affects both road and rail transportation of goods passing through two or more EEU countries. In the first stage of control, the following categories of cargo are included:

14.02.2026, 13:49
Society

Nurlan Jarkeev from Kara-Balta received the Order of the Red Star for saving his comrades in Afghanistan — he shared how it happened

Nurlan Jarkeev, a native of Kara-Balta, became one of the few servicemen to receive the "Order of the Red Star" without combat injuries for his actions during his service in Afghanistan. Nurlan was born in 1966 in the village of Kairma, located in the Kalinin district (now it is the Jayil district). He was drafted into the army by the Kalinin military enlistment office in 1985, initially undergoing training in Tajikistan, after which he was sent to Afghanistan, where he served in the

14.02.2026, 13:38
Series of searches in the Ak-Suysky district: drugs seized
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Series of searches in the Ak-Suysky district: drugs seized

A criminal case has been initiated in Ak-Suu under Article 283 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, law enforcement officials reported. According to the investigation, on February 12, 2026, officers of the Ak-Suu Department of Internal Affairs, together with the Drug Control Department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Issyk-Kul region, conducted a series of emergency searches in the territory of the Ak-Suu district.

14.02.2026, 13:38
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On the Issyk-Kul Highway, a bus with 45 passengers collided with a horse

On the night of February 13, an incident involving a passenger bus occurred on the Karakol—Bishkek highway. In the area between the villages of Darkan and Jenish in the Jeti-Oguz district, a horse ran onto the road and was struck by a scheduled bus. According to preliminary data, there were between 40 to 45 passengers on the "Setra" bus. Many eyewitnesses, commenting on the incident on social media, express dissatisfaction with the irresponsibility of animal owners who leave their

14.02.2026, 13:35
The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic recognized Aibek Altynbekov, Talant Mamytov, and Aigul Karabekova as elected deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic for electoral district No. 13.
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The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic recognized Aibek Altynbekov, Talant Mamytov, and Aigul Karabekova as elected deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic for electoral district No. 13.

The Central Election Commission, upon receiving a statement on February 13, 2026, sent an official request to the Ministry of Internal Affairs for a comprehensive and objective examination of the situation. Within the framework of the investigation into the criminal case regarding violations of electoral rights, facts of legislative violations were identified related to the installation of mobile video surveillance devices by supporters of one of the candidates at several polling stations.

14.02.2026, 13:30
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Suspects in Range Rover Fraud Detained in Bishkek

According to representatives of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital, the incident occurred after a citizen named Sh.B. approached the Oktyabr District Prosecutor's Office. He reported that on September 16, 2025, two acquaintances, M.A. and T.A., deceitfully took possession of his 2019 Range Rover under the pretext of a temporary sale. Later, according to the statement, they sold the vehicle and appropriated the proceeds.

14.02.2026, 13:30
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In the Tonsky District, members of a banned organization voluntarily renounced radical views

Members of "Yakyin-Inkar" in the Ton District have renounced radical views. As reported by representatives of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, on February 12, 2026, as a result of consistent preventive work by the staff of the Service for Countering Extremism and Illegal Migration of the Ton District Internal Affairs Department, two activists of this religious extremist group, whose activities are banned in the Kyrgyz Republic, officially left its ranks.

14.02.2026, 13:27
The USA Strikes a Vessel in the Caribbean Sea
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The USA Strikes a Vessel in the Caribbean Sea

The Southern Command of the U.S. Armed Forces reported a strike on a vessel in the Caribbean Sea. Three people were killed. In its statement published on the social network X, the command clarified that "the Joint Task Force 'Southern Spear' carried out this lethal kinetic strike on a vessel that was being used by terrorist organizations."

14.02.2026, 13:13
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The National Bank suspended the license of the exchange office in Bishkek

- The National Bank has suspended the license of the exchange office for non-compliance with legislative norms and regulations. This information was announced by representatives of the regulator. According to the received data, the license of the exchange office "K.M.T Group Plus" LLC, located at: Bishkek, Moscow Street, 100, office No. 6, will be suspended from February 12 to February 14, 2026.

14.02.2026, 13:12
World

Zelensky stated that he would prefer the continuation of war to a "bad peace"

In an interview with The Atlantic, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed the opinion that continuing military actions is preferable to signing an agreement that he considers bad. The publication reports that some close to Zelensky are anxious about the possibility of missing the chance for a peaceful settlement, as the war could drag on for several years if a compromise is not reached in the coming months.

14.02.2026, 13:12
Two Residents of Osh Blackmailed a Man with Compromising Video
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Two Residents of Osh Blackmailed a Man with Compromising Video

In Osh, law enforcement officers detained two men suspected of extortion. This was reported by the press service of the city’s internal affairs department. According to the police, a local resident A.B., born in 2004, filed a complaint with the police about extortion. He stated that certain individuals, who introduced themselves as bloggers, threatened to publish compromising video footage if he did not pay them money.

14.02.2026, 13:11
World

Media: The Semiconductor Industry Panicked Due to Memory Shortage

The management of the Chinese company Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp. (SMIC), one of the key players in chip manufacturing, reported a "slight panic" in the global semiconductor industry. The main reason for this crisis was a sharp increase in demand for memory chips, driven by the active use of artificial intelligence technologies, as noted by Nikkei Asia. According to SMIC representatives, it is the AI systems that require significant volumes of dynamic memory

14.02.2026, 13:09
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More than 3.9 million public services provided in 2025

- During his visit to OJSC "Uchkyn," the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, along with the Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan Kokhir Rasulzoda, learned about the production capabilities of the enterprise, which is engaged in the full cycle of manufacturing state registration license plates, driver's licenses, ID cards, textbooks, diplomas, and other printed products of state significance. In their speech, representatives of the institution

14.02.2026, 13:09
Physical exercises strengthen the brain's neural connections
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Physical exercises strengthen the brain's neural connections

According to the findings, the more physical activity the animals had, the more connections were formed between neurons in their brains, which, in turn, positively influenced their endurance. Researchers focused on how physical training affects the brains of humans. In particular, they studied the hypothalamus and neurons that produce the protein SF1, which is important for metabolism. Previously, while studying mice, scientists found that the removal of the gene responsible for SF1 weakened

14.02.2026, 13:09
Tajikistan's National Debt Decreased by 100 Million Dollars Over the Last Year
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Tajikistan's National Debt Decreased by 100 Million Dollars Over the Last Year

According to the minister, of the total debt amounting to $3.5 billion, about $3 billion (87%) is external debt, while $500 million (13%) is internal debt. As of January 1, 2025, the total national debt of Tajikistan was estimated at $3.6 billion, which is 25.2% of GDP. Of this amount, $3.2 billion (89%) is external debt, while internal debt amounts to $400 million (11%).

14.02.2026, 13:03
In Kyrgyzstan, the Day of Book Giving is celebrated
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In Kyrgyzstan, the Day of Book Giving is celebrated

On February 14, a large-scale celebration of Book Giving Day takes place in Kyrgyzstan. This initiative, according to the Ministry of Culture, aims to stimulate interest in reading and strengthen the spiritual values of society. Events such as Book Swap, quest games, and campaigns titled "A Book is the Most Valuable Gift" have been organized in more than a thousand libraries across the country, where readers actively participate in book exchanges.

14.02.2026, 13:02