On January 31, the second meeting of the foreign ministers of India and Arab states will take place in New Delhi. This event will occur ten years after the first meeting and will focus on deepening and expanding cooperation between India and the Arab world, reports News18.com
On Friday, the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets announced the start of an investigation into the popular American online platform Roblox. This decision was made due to potential security threats to underage users. In its statement, the agency emphasized that "the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is initiating an investigation to identify potential risks for children playing on the Roblox platform in the EU."
Millions of children in Central Asia and Europe fall victim to violence, including both physical and verbal punishments from those who are supposed to care for them. Although such cases are one of the most common forms of violence against children, they often remain outside public discussion, as they occur in closed settings, reports the UN News Service. According to a UNICEF report, about 30% of children aged 1 to 14 in this region experience corporal punishment from parents or guardians.
Sebastien Lecornu, serving as the Prime Minister of France, announced the approval of the budget for 2026 without a parliamentary vote. This was reported by TASS. “A budget is necessary for France. On behalf of the government, I take responsibility for the adoption of the budget bill for 2026 in accordance with part 3 of Article 49 of the Constitution,” he stated at a meeting of the National Assembly. After this, the Vice Chairman of the National Assembly, Sebastien Chenu, announced the
Illustrative photo According to the new regulations, Uzbeks living in Turkey on a permanent basis for at least three years will be able to obtain work permits automatically. This information was provided by the press service of the Migration Agency of Uzbekistan. This initiative was agreed upon during a meeting between Behzod Musaev, the head of the Agency, and Vedat Işıkhan, the Minister of Labor and Social Security of Turkey.
Dmitry Peskov According to Peskov, Trump signed his request to suspend attacks on Kyiv for a week, which should help create a favorable atmosphere for negotiations. "Indeed, President Trump made a personal request to President Putin to refrain from striking Kyiv until February 1," he noted in a conversation with journalists. When Peskov was asked if Putin agreed to this request, he confirmed: "Yes, of course, it was a personal request from Trump."
Illustrative photo Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that no direct agreements had been reached with Russia regarding an energy truce. These words were voiced in an interview published by "Strana.ua". He specified that the team of American leader Donald Trump acted as a mediator.
Researchers from Europe and China have created an innovative artificial intelligence system that can predict the risk of premature death, as well as the development of internal bleeding and ischemia in individuals suffering from both cancer and cardiovascular diseases. The press service of the University of Zurich in Switzerland shared this information. Professor Thomas Lüscher from the University of Zurich explained that the new methodology takes into account the interplay between tumors and
Illustrative photo In 2025, Tajikistan significantly increased its electricity exports, supplying 5.356 billion kWh to neighboring countries. This result exceeds last year's figures by 37.3%, corresponding to an increase of 1.454 billion kWh. This information was announced in the report of the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of the republic, as reported by "Asia-Plus". Among the main countries purchasing Tajik electricity are:
In response to the proposal for a meeting in Moscow, Zelensky stated: "I cannot meet with Putin in Moscow, just as he cannot come to Kyiv. I invite him to Kyiv, and let him come if he decides to do so." He made these remarks during a conversation with journalists. The President of Ukraine noted that he is open to dialogue at the highest level if it helps resolve the conflict.
Due to the worsening weather conditions, hundreds of National Guard soldiers have been deployed in Mississippi and Tennessee to assist with road clearing, as well as to support motorists and residents left without electricity. The National Weather Service has also warned of further cooling, caused by the movement of Arctic air to the southeast of the country. In Nashville, temperatures could drop to -10 °C, and with the wind chill, it could feel like -18 °C on Friday night. Authorities report
The minister emphasized: “We categorically condemn the latest escalation of aggression from the United States... They are proposing to impose a complete blockade on fuel supplies (to Cuba).” In his message on the social network X, he also characterized Washington's attempts to force other countries to join the blockade as blackmail. In his opinion, the American side is using disinformation to present Cuba as a threat. US President Donald Trump issued an order allowing the imposition of
Illustrative photo During the specified days, dry weather is expected in the central and eastern regions of Kazakhstan due to the influence of an anticyclone. However, fog and gusty winds should also be anticipated across the entire country, and icy conditions may occur in the western, southern, and southeastern regions. Nighttime temperatures in the northern part of the country may drop to -12 to -23 degrees, while daytime temperatures will fluctuate between -8 and -18 degrees. In the central
In a recent conversation, rapper Sean Combs, better known as P. Diddy, made a shocking statement about his involvement in the murder of Tupac Shakur, also known as 2Pac. This information was published by the New York Post. Tupac Shakur is mentioned in a lawsuit filed by an alleged rape victim.
In early January, two cases of the disease were reported in the Indian state of West Bengal. Both patients are healthcare workers at a private clinic. Authorities in the country conducted monitoring and tracking of about 200 people who had contact with the infected, but no new cases were identified. Specialists found no signs of human-to-human transmission of the virus. According to WHO, the risk of further spread of the infection at regional and global levels is assessed as low.
Illustrative photo According to a statement from the IDF, they disputed the UN data on the percentage of casualties among the civilian population. According to the calculations of the Israeli army, about 25,000 of the deceased were members of Hamas. At the beginning of 2024, about 13% of the rockets fired by Hamas landed in the Gaza Strip, resulting in casualties among Palestinians, the IDF noted. The Israeli army also stated that Hamas executed a significant number of Palestinians whom they
According to Sheralizoda, each of these phenomena lasts several days. He noted that the main sources of dust storms are the deserts of North Africa and the Middle East, from where dust and sand enter the country along with cyclones. Last year, a similar press conference reported 35 dust storms; however, no data on the number of days was provided at that time.
The Minister of Health of Mongolia, Chinburgen Jigjiduren, is on an official visit to the Republic of Korea from January 28 to 30, 2026. During his trip, he is engaging with the National Health Insurance Service and the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service of South Korea. The minister shared information about his visit on his Facebook page. During his stay in Korea, the minister met with Lee Hyun-hoon, the Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare, where the parties discussed prospects
In his decree signed by Donald Trump, the President of the United States declared a state of emergency, citing a threat to national security posed by Cuba. The document was published by the White House. According to the new decree, the United States will be able to impose additional tariffs on imports from countries that supply oil to Cuba, both directly and indirectly.
Trump noted that the weather conditions in Ukraine are extremely poor: “It’s not just cold there, it’s record cold. This is a serious problem, as people have never faced such frosts,” he said while speaking at a meeting with members of his administration on January 29. According to Trump, Putin agreed to a temporary halt to attacks on Kyiv and other settlements. “That was very nice of him,” added the U.S. president, without specifying when exactly this conversation took place.
At the beginning of February, the weather is expected to be quite humid, with precipitation mainly occurring in the form of rain. Nighttime temperatures will gradually rise to 5-10 degrees Celsius, while during the day the thermometer will reach 13-18 degrees. After the first week of the month, temperature conditions will vary: at night, temperatures will range from 2 to 7 degrees Celsius, with possible drops to 0-5 degrees below freezing. During the day, temperatures will fluctuate between 5
Darganga is a volcanic plateau in southeastern Mongolia On this day, variable cloudiness will be observed over most of the territory, however, snow will only fall in the Darganga steppe, while no precipitation is forecasted for other areas. In the southern regions of the country, the wind will blow from the southwest or northwest, while in other regions, the wind direction will remain northwestern, with a speed of 5-10 meters per second.
Illustrative photo According to the new decree, the United States may impose additional tariffs on imports of goods from countries that directly or indirectly supply oil to Cuba. Trump justified his decision by stating that the actions of the Cuban government constitute "emergency measures" that threaten the United States. The document claims that the Cuban authorities are interacting with countries hostile to the United States, including Russia, China, Iran, as well as terrorist
Illustrative photo On her page on the social network X, Kaja Kallas stated: “The EU foreign ministers have just made an important decision, declaring the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps a terrorist organization.” She also emphasized that “the regime that kills thousands of citizens is heading towards its own downfall.” During the meeting, new sanctions against Iran were approved, affecting 15 high-ranking officials in the fields of security and justice, as well as six legal entities.
In the last 24 hours, international media have covered several significant events related to the conflict in Ukraine. Here is a brief overview of the main news. The aftermath of the missile strike on Zaporizhzhia. Photo by Jose Colon / Anadolu / Getty Images. Donald Trump reported that he reached out to Vladimir Putin, asking him not to shell Kyiv for a week due to the severe cold, to which Putin agreed. Volodymyr Zelensky expressed gratitude to Trump for this. Starting February 2, educational
On Thursday, a tragedy occurred at Praia do Chifre beach, located in the city of Olinda in northeastern Brazil: a 13-year-old boy became a victim of a shark, as reported by Kazinform, citing information from Xinhua. According to the medical services of Pernambuco state, the boy was in the water with friends, ignoring warning signs about frequent shark attacks in the area. Eyewitnesses claim that the shark attacked him from behind and inflicted serious injuries. The child was urgently taken to
According to WWF, recent initiatives aimed at protecting saigas in Mongolia have played a key role in restoring their population. These measures include improving access to water, enforcing legislation, preventing diseases, and actively involving local communities in conservation efforts.
The meeting to discuss the agreement took place on January 27, 2026, in New Delhi. In the photo are the President of the European Council, António Costa, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi. Photo by Reuters / Altaf Hussain. The free trade agreement between India and the European Union is seen as one of the most significant strategic and economic partnerships in the world. Details can be found in the publication
The tournament, which previously took place in Katowice, will be held in Kraków for the first time this year, with matches taking place at the Tauron Arena. The prize pool for the event will be 1.25 million dollars. The tournament format includes two stages, depending on the teams' rankings. The MongolZ will begin their participation from the second stage, skipping the first.
According to the Eastern horoscope, 2026 will be the Year of the Red Fire Horse. “How nice it is to celebrate the Spring Festival in the company of such wonderful friends! On the eve of the Year of the Red Fire Horse, I wish you all courage and confidence on the path to bright prospects. I hope that the relations between China and Mongolia will only strengthen and bring success!” — noted Shen Minjuan. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. Chinese Ambassador Shen Minjuan At the reception
The conference, which will take place in Ulaanbaatar from June 28 to July 2, 2026, will be titled: “Challenges Posed by Permafrost Thawing in Asia to the Global Community.” Participants will have the opportunity to discuss changes and challenges related to permafrost degradation in the Asian region. Currently, more than 360 researchers from 25 countries have already registered, including countries such as the USA, China, India, Japan, Norway, Germany, Canada, and Russia.
Damdiny Gongor, the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, discussed the prospects for long-term cooperation with China in the field of natural resources. During the negotiations, issues of technology transfer, attracting investments, and ensuring the protection of enterprises through an investment insurance mechanism were considered. “A key point of the visit was obtaining a new exploration license for PetroChina, which is the largest investment initiative from China in our country. Oil
A total of 78 foreign citizens from 12 countries were deported from Mongolia. This is reported by MiddleAsianNews. The Mongolian Immigration Agency reports that inspections conducted in January 2026 resulted in the deportation of 78 foreign citizens from 12 countries, each of whom is banned from re-entering Mongolia for a period of 3 to 5 years. The distribution by nationality is as follows: 53 from China, 11 from Russia, 3 from Uzbekistan, 2 from Vietnam, 2 from Kyrgyzstan, and 7 from other
Mongolian pop diva Saraa presented the famous American patriotic composition America the Beautiful. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. Today, on the anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Mongolia and the USA, we are pleased to present to you the full performance of "America the Beautiful" interpreted by the Honored Artist of Mongolia SARANTUUYA Batmunkh. Don't forget to turn up the volume and enjoy the music!
The investigation was initiated because the radar's triggering threshold was set at 0 km/h, meaning that any movement near the device was recorded as "speeding." The device was installed in December but was soon dismantled. Nevertheless, an investigation into violations of data protection laws continues. According to the city administration, the installation of the radar was necessary to monitor access to the Christmas market, as a fine of 50 euros was imposed for violating the
The Ministry of Education informed TASS that leading universities will start the transition to a new system on September 1, with a "mass transition" planned for the 2027-2028 academic year, which will affect all higher educational institutions in the country, regardless of their ownership and departmental affiliation. The ministry assures that the changes will not be abrupt for students. Ksenia Goryacheva, the first deputy chair of the State Duma Committee on Science and Higher
According to the National Weather Service, the snowstorm covered two-thirds of the country's territory over the weekend and continued into Monday. The severe weather affected about 200 million people, and the cold cyclone, moving eastward, continues to bring low temperatures. Meteorologists warned of a possible prolonged cold snap not seen in several decades. The winter storm named "Fern" hit the USA on January 23, causing snowdrifts of up to 30 centimeters. The situation was
According to the statement, as part of this exchange, the Russian side handed over 1,000 bodies of the deceased to Ukraine, while receiving 38 bodies of its own servicemen in return. The Ukrainian Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War confirmed the information about the completed exchange of bodies.
The deputies expressed hope that the law will be passed before summer. Marie-Charlotte Garin, one of the authors of the initiative, noted at the meeting: “Marriage should not be a closed space where consent to sexual relations is accepted as final and indisputable.” Although the French Civil Code does not explicitly state the obligation of spouses to maintain sexual relations, it does indicate that “spouses are obligated to lead a family life together.” Sarah Legrin, a deputy from
Elon Musk stated: “It’s time to end the Model S and X programs,” making this announcement during a conference call with investors. According to him, production of the Model X crossover and Model S sedan will be halted in the next quarter.
According to WHO experts, outbreaks of measles occurred in the listed countries in 2024. According to established norms, if the measles virus begins to circulate continuously for more than one year, the state loses its status. The main reason for the increase in the number of cases is considered to be the insufficient level of vaccination, which leads to a decrease in immunity, especially among children. In the countries that were removed from the list of measles-free nations, the highest
According to CBS News, the death toll from the snowstorm that hit the United States has risen to 73, as reported by RIA Novosti. Previously, there were reports of 51 fatalities related to conditions caused by this natural disaster.
Illustrative photo As of the beginning of 2026, the number of foreign citizens in Russia has decreased to 5.7 million, which is 10% less compared to the previous year when their number was about 6.3 million. This data was announced by Alexander Perezhogin, head of the analytical department of the migration service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as reported by "Vedomosti". Alexander Perezhogin noted that the main factor for the decrease was the reduction in the number of minor
On January 29, the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, will travel to Turkey on an official visit, as reported by the president's press service. During the trip to Ankara, the fourth meeting of the Strategic Cooperation Council is scheduled to take place, which will be chaired by the heads of state. The meeting will discuss strengthening Uzbek-Turkish strategic partnership, with an emphasis on developing political dialogue, increasing trade turnover, as well as implementing joint
Nurmukhanov explained that the updated draft Constitution includes a preamble, 11 sections, and 104 articles, as well as two new sections: "People's Council" and "Amendments and Additions to the Constitution." Four sections have been renamed. These changes cover all sections of the Basic Law and affect 77 articles, which constitutes 84% of the entire text of the Constitution. According to the Deputy Chairman of the Constitutional Court, the proposed innovations change
Illustrative photo The report also predicts that by July 2026, the number of migrants may decrease to 321,000 people. If this trend continues, for the first time in the last 50 years, the number of departing migrants in the U.S. will exceed the number of incoming ones. Additionally, the Bureau noted a slowdown in population growth: from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2025, the increase was only 1.8 million, while in the previous period it was 3.2 million. This data reflects the lowest population
Illustrative photo Kazakhstan may impose prohibitive rates for recycling fees on imported cars from Russia and Belarus, increasing the payment amount by 40 times. A draft of such changes to the order of the Ministry of Ecology, Geology, and Natural Resources of the Republic has been published for discussion. The authors of this document indicate its main goal is to level the playing field for Kazakh cars in the markets of the EAEU countries. Last year, Russian customs authorities began
Reports also note that in middle school, 15% of girls and 12% of boys have become victims of various forms of sexual violence. "These incidents are not exceptional; they affect all students — both girls and boys, regardless of age and type of school, whether public or private," the document emphasizes. Sexual violence begins to manifest in elementary grades and intensifies during adolescence, with girls facing it to a greater extent as they grow older and advance in their education.