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Teacher of Bishkek school reported that he was brutally beaten by a tenth grader. Both are in the hospital.

According to information received from law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred during a lesson when a verbal altercation arose between the teacher and the student. The teacher, K. B., born in 1957, was hospitalized with various injuries in the trauma department. For unknown reasons, the parents of the student, M. K., born in 2010, also took him to Children's Hospital No. 3 in Bishkek after the incident. As reported by the Pervomaisky District Police Department, at 11:30 on February

19.02.2026, 10:37
From Chats to Explosives: Teenagers Prepared a Terrorist Attack in Kyrgyzstan
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From Chats to Explosives: Teenagers Prepared a Terrorist Attack in Kyrgyzstan

In Kyrgyzstan, there have been recent cases where teenagers have become victims of extremist and terrorist ideas spread through the internet and messaging apps. This information was provided by the press center of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). According to the agency, the radicalization of youth occurs gradually as a result of the influence of online communications. Under the influence of manipulation, false promises, and psychological pressure, teenagers can be led to adopt

19.02.2026, 10:25
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In the center of Bishkek, a bus and a Hyundai Sonata collided

Today, February 19, at around 10:30, a collision occurred at the intersection of Kyivskaya and Togolok Moldо between a bus and a Hyundai Sonata. This was reported by eyewitnesses in a conversation with Kaktus.media. Currently, representatives of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate have not arrived at the scene of the incident. Information about any injuries is still unavailable.

19.02.2026, 10:24
In Chuy Region, nearly 22 thousand packs of counterfeit cigarettes were seized
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In Chuy Region, nearly 22 thousand packs of counterfeit cigarettes were seized

In the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, an attempt to transport a significant batch of cigarettes without excise stamps was stopped. This was reported by the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency's information, during a raid in the village of Birdik, GNS employees discovered a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vehicle that was transferring tobacco products to another vehicle. Upon inspection, it was found that the minibus contained 21,900 packs of cigarettes of the

19.02.2026, 10:23
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A minor patient at the NCODIM had her leg amputated: the doctor is suspected of negligence

An employee of a medical institution is suspected of negligence In Bishkek, police officers detained a doctor from the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCMCH) on suspicion of negligence that led to serious consequences. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs. It became known that on August 28, 2025, Z.S. filed a complaint with law enforcement regarding a possible medical error that occurred in this medical institution. According to the

19.02.2026, 10:03
The State National Security Committee has identified cases of radicalization of teenagers through the internet.
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The State National Security Committee has identified cases of radicalization of teenagers through the internet.

According to information from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), in the past six months, there have been registered cases of radicalization among teenagers occurring through the internet. Some minors were detained at the stage of preparing terrorist acts, studying instructions for creating explosive devices, while others were already in the process of manufacturing them. These incidents pose a serious threat to both public stability and national security. It is noted that the

19.02.2026, 10:02
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Employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District of Bishkek detained a suspect in committing fraud

- In Bishkek, the staff of the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktobersky District detained a woman suspected of committing fraudulent actions. This was reported by the press service of the department. Citizen T.O. filed a complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktobersky District against Z.K.. According to her, Z.K., having gained her trust at the Orto-Sai market, deceitfully promised to bring sportswear from Turkey and ultimately stole 1 million 200 thousand soms, after

19.02.2026, 07:26
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In Chui Region, suspects in illegal arms trafficking have been detained

According to information provided by law enforcement agencies, on October 29, 2025, during a raid in the Jaiyl district, police officers, together with representatives of the hunting society, detained poachers. During the inspection, firearms were found in their possession that lacked the necessary documents. In connection with this incident, on February 2, 2026, a criminal case was initiated under Article 267, concerning "Illegal circulation of weapons and ammunition" of the Criminal

18.02.2026, 21:30
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Two Women Suspected of Fraud Involving 36 Million Som

The detention of the suspects took place in Bishkek, where they were accused of jewelry fraud. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk District. According to law enforcement agencies, on December 13, 2025, T. A. reported to the police that unfamiliar women, introducing themselves as Ch. and N., managed to gain her trust and, between November 18 and December 2, received jewelry worth a total of 36 million soms at one of the shopping malls on Kurmanjan Datka Street.

18.02.2026, 20:21
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Detention of a Nephrologist. The Case of the Patient Was Initially Complicated - Baryktabasova

Bermet Baryktabasova, head of the Independent Medical Union, commented to 24.kg regarding the detention of nephrologist Nasira Beishebaeva. According to her, the situation with the patient was quite complicated. The girl had a genetic predisposition to thrombophilia and had contracted COVID-19. In the fall of 2024, she was admitted to a medical facility with symptoms of anasarca and nephrotic syndrome. This condition is considered serious, and its manifestations were vague, complicating the

18.02.2026, 20:09
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In the east of Issyk-Kul, a snow leopard has died: the predator's carcass has been sent for examination to Bishkek

In the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, a dead snow leopard was found. Initial findings suggest that a possible disease may be the cause of its death; however, the exact circumstances have not yet been determined. According to Turmush, on February 16, 2026, a special commission was established in the village of Ak-Suu to examine the animal's carcass. The commission included: B. Abdybekov, a hunting oversight specialist in the district, ranger M. Sharshiev, veterinary representative

18.02.2026, 19:40
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A Girl's Leg Was Amputated. Why a Nephrologist Was Detained in Bishkek

The detention of nephrologist Nasira Beishebaeva in Bishkek has been commented on by the city's Main Department of Internal Affairs, reports 24.kg. According to information from the press service, on August 28, 2025, a complaint was received by law enforcement from a citizen, Z.S., regarding a possible medical error at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health.

18.02.2026, 19:40
In Bishkek, the second suspect in the hotel robbery has been detained
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In Bishkek, the second suspect in the hotel robbery has been detained

According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, on December 9, 2025, the police received a report from a citizen named K. T. He stated that the day before, on December 8, he had rented a room in a hotel on Krasnaya Street with a friend and two girls. At some point, unknown individuals broke into their room, beat him, and stole his iPhone 11 Pro mobile phone worth 18,000 soms, as well as a wristwatch and 6,700 soms, which he was forced to transfer via

18.02.2026, 19:08
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15-Year-Old Schoolgirl Has Leg Amputated. Nephrologist Detained

On August 28, 2025, a report was received by law enforcement from citizen Z.S., in which she informed about a possible medical error that occurred at the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood. According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, the incident took place in October 2024, when nephrologist N.B. provided medical assistance to the minor K.A., born in 2011. During the treatment, mistakes were made, which led to serious

18.02.2026, 18:47
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In Bishkek, suspects were detained in a case of fraud involving jewelry worth 36 million soms.

- Citizen T.A. appealed to the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk District of Bishkek with a complaint against two acquaintances, "Ch." and "N.", as reported by the press service of the department. The applicant stated that from November 18 to December 2, 2025, in one of the shopping centers located on K. Datka Street, these women gained her trust and deceitfully obtained jewelry worth a total of 36 million soms for subsequent sale.

18.02.2026, 18:32
In Bishkek, women fraudulently obtained jewelry worth 36 million soms
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In Bishkek, women fraudulently obtained jewelry worth 36 million soms

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, suspects in a large-scale fraud have been detained, reports the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk District. According to law enforcement agencies, the incident occurred on December 13, 2025, when a woman named T.A. contacted the police for help. Photo by the Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek's Sverdlovsk District

18.02.2026, 18:25
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In Bishkek, renowned nephrologist and transplant surgeon Nasir Beishebaev was detained

The situation regarding the arrest of candidate of medical sciences and associate professor Nasira Beishebaeva, a renowned nephrologist and transplantologist, raises serious concerns among the staff of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health Protection. In a statement, the NCMPCH mentioned that the detention of the doctor has negatively affected the moral and psychological climate within the team and has caused anxiety among both medical professionals and patients. Nasira Beishebaeva

18.02.2026, 17:23
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Cafes in the city of Uzgen checked: Two entrepreneurs fined

In the Osh region, in the city of Uzgen, inspections of public catering facilities were conducted to assess compliance with sanitary standards. As reported by the Uzgen Interdistrict Center for Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, the inspection evaluated the sanitary conditions in the cafes "Al-Baraka," "Azizulo," "Sultan Kebab," and "Muslim." The establishments received orders to eliminate the identified deficiencies

18.02.2026, 16:15
Nearly 10,000 packs of tobacco products without excise stamps seized in Manas
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Nearly 10,000 packs of tobacco products without excise stamps seized in Manas

An operation was conducted at the central market of the city of Manas, during which tobacco products without excise stamps were seized. This information was provided by the Tax Service. According to the data provided, a total of 9,695 packs of tobacco products worth 1 million 163.4 thousand soms were seized, along with 24 packages of illegal electronic cigarettes and 33 jars of a substance resembling snus.

18.02.2026, 14:57
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A man was hit by a vehicle in Sokuluk opposite the police building.

The incident occurred when a man was trying to run across the road. The incident happened right in front of the Sokuluk District police department, as reported by witnesses to the Kaktus.media editorial team. The injured man was taken to the hospital. The Traffic Safety Department of the Chui Region promised to provide additional information soon.

18.02.2026, 14:36
In Suusamyr, the body of a shepherd who died under a snow avalanche was found
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In Suusamyr, the body of a shepherd who died under a snow avalanche was found

In Suusamyr, the body of a 59-year-old man who became a victim of a snow avalanche has been found. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the directive of Major General Urmatbek Shamyrkanov, the head of the agency, the search operations were conducted in an intensified mode. Today, rescuers retrieved the body of the deceased, known as D.A., from under the snow masses.

18.02.2026, 14:18
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In Suusamyr, the body of a shepherd who was trapped under an avalanche was found

Rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations discovered the body of a shepherd who was trapped under a snow avalanche in the Suusamyr Valley. As reported by the agency, as a result of search operations, rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations found and retrieved the body of a 59-year-old man, D.A., who died during the avalanche on February 18.

18.02.2026, 13:42
Body of shepherd who died in a snow avalanche found in Suusamyr
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Body of shepherd who died in a snow avalanche found in Suusamyr

The rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the discovery of the body of 59-year-old shepherd D.A. on February 18. The man went missing under a snow avalanche on February 12 in the village of Kyzyl-Oy, located in the Suusamyr rural district of the Chui region. After several days of intensive searches, his body was retrieved from under the snow. Seventy personnel participated in the operation to find the shepherd, organized under the direction of

18.02.2026, 13:30
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The deputy called on the GKNB and the Ministry of Internal Affairs to check posts of a destructive nature on social media.

During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 18, Deputy Kamila Talieva emphasized that destructive materials promoting conflicts and revenge are actively spreading on social media. She urged the new head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs to pay attention to this problem.

18.02.2026, 12:25
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In Uzbekistan, drug couriers transporting drugs through Kyrgyzstan have been detained

Employees of the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Uzbekistan conducted a joint operation that led to the dismantling of an international criminal group involved in smuggling significant volumes of Afghan drugs through Kyrgyzstan into Uzbekistan. As a result of the operation carried out in February in the vicinity of Boston in the Andijan region, citizens of Uzbekistan were detained: A.A.R., born in 1996, D.Z.P., born in 1990, D.R.N., born in 1980,

18.02.2026, 12:05
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Former GKNB employee Sydyk Duyshenbiev (Pito) placed in pre-trial detention center-1 until April 15

According to the information from the press service of the Pervomaisky Court, Sydyk Duyshenbiev, known by the nickname Pito and having connections with the previous leadership of the GKNB in the capital, has been sent to pre-trial detention until April 15, 2026. He has been charged under the article on corruption, according to a statement from the court's press service.

18.02.2026, 11:19
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Eldar Zhakypbekov's Trusted Associate (Pito) Sent to Pre-Trial Detention Center. Video

The message about the detention of Eldar Zhakypbekov's representative, known as Pito, was confirmed by the First May District Court. According to the information, on February 17, the court granted the request of the head of the investigative department of the Military Prosecutor's Office, which leads the interagency investigative group. D. S. D., who is accused of corruption under the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, will remain in custody until April 15, 2026, in SIZO-1, located

18.02.2026, 11:17
In Chuy Region, suspects in poaching have been detained
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In Chuy Region, suspects in poaching have been detained

In the Jayil district of the Chui region, law enforcement officers detained two men suspected of poaching and illegal possession of firearms. This was reported by the press service of the regional police department. It is reported that on October 29, 2025, during joint raids conducted by the police of the Jayil district and activists from the public organization "Kalinin Interdistrict Society of Hunters and Fishermen," individuals engaged in poaching were identified. Firearms were

18.02.2026, 10:59
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Poachers with illegal weapons detained in Chuy Region

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region reported the detention of suspects in illegal arms trafficking on February 18. The event took place on October 29, 2025, when officers from the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District, together with representatives of the public organization "Kalinin Interdistrict Society of Hunters and Fishermen," conducted a raid during which poachers possessing weapons without the necessary permits were detained.

18.02.2026, 10:19
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In Bishkek, a guy had his phone taken and was forced to take off his jacket

On February 18, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District reported the detention of suspects in a robbery in Bishkek. The incident occurred on February 7 on Suvanberdieva Street. The victim reported that around 21:30, several young men approached him, took his mobile phone and jacket, valued at 8,000 soms.

18.02.2026, 09:59
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Missing 63-Year-Old Myktybek Semeev Found

In Balakchy, the missing 63-year-old Myktybek Semeev has been found. According to his relative Emir Medetov, the man was found on the evening of February 17, 2026. Although his condition is generally satisfactory, it turned out that he had not eaten, which significantly affected his health.

18.02.2026, 09:42
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Robbers Ruined the Vacation of Guys and Girls at the Hotel. Another Suspect Detained

On February 18, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District reported the detention of a suspect in a robbery. The incident occurred on December 8, 2025, when a young man approached the police. He reported that he was resting in a hotel on Krasnaya Street with a friend and two girls. Suddenly, strangers broke into their room, beat him up, took his mobile phone, and forced him to transfer 6,700 soms to an electronic wallet.

18.02.2026, 09:31
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The police detained a supporter of Kamchybek Tashiev - Nurgazy Anarkulov

According to information received from law enforcement officials, Nurgazy Anarkulov was detained at the border of Kyrgyzstan on February 17. Interestingly, there are alternative reports stating that Anarkulov was arrested in Istanbul, Turkey. After a search of his home, he was placed in the temporary detention facility of the Bishkek City Police Department. We remind you that in January 2021, Nurgazy Anarkulov, who held the position of head of the information policy department of the

18.02.2026, 09:25
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In 24 hours, 7 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan

Over the past 24 hours, 7 fires have been recorded in Kyrgyzstan, with 8 fire brigades involved in their extinguishing, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations on February 18. Of all the incidents, three occurred in the Chui region, one each in the Issyk-Kul and Jalal-Abad regions, as well as in the cities of Bishkek and Osh.

18.02.2026, 09:00
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Patrol officers in Bishkek detained a Lexus driver for swearing, aggression, and a conflict situation

In Bishkek, the driver of a Lexus GX470 was detained for displaying aggression and using foul language after a conflict. This was reported by the press service of the Patrol Police Department (UPSM). It became known that the incident was recorded as a result of monitoring social networks, where a video of the event appeared. It was established that the driver was a 35-year-old citizen named A.A.B.

18.02.2026, 01:22