According to Sky News, a senior Iranian official stated that any attack would be considered the beginning of a war. This warning came against the backdrop of Trump's decision to send a U.S. aircraft carrier strike group to the region.
According to Politico, a complete ban on oil imports could become part of the White House's strategy to increase pressure on the Cuban authorities. Two out of three sources confirmed that this initiative is supported by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and some critics of the regime in Havana. However, a decision on its implementation has not yet been made. Journalists emphasize that the proposed measure represents a new stage of escalation, especially in light of Trump's recent
The negotiations have concluded, but their continuation is scheduled for Saturday, as reported by the BBC. Rustem Umerov, head of the Ukrainian delegation, noted that the main focus of the meeting was on discussing the conditions for ending Russian aggression and the next steps in the negotiations aimed at achieving a stable and just peace.
The court ruling was issued on January 21, 2026. The incident, in which, according to some sources, two people died, occurred in April 2025 in Dubai. It was previously reported that 15 Uzbeks were detained on suspicion of participating in a knife fight. As a result of the court proceedings, the participants in the conflict received the harshest punishment. Among them was another citizen of Uzbekistan, who was sentenced to 25 years in prison.
Jared Kushner at a speech in Davos // Screenshot from the broadcast Jared Kushner, who is the son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump, presented his ideas for the reconstruction of Gaza after the conflict at the World Economic Forum in Davos, stating: "We have a master plan; there is no alternative plan." This information was reported by CNN. Kushner's speech came immediately after the charter of Trump's Peace Council was signed, which is the next phase of the 20-point
Among the cities where unfavorable conditions are expected are Petropavlovsk, Kokshetau, Pavlodar, Karaganda, Temirtau, Uralsk, Aktobe, and Almaty. In the capital, Astana, such conditions are forecasted during the night.
Heating point in Kyiv // State Emergency Service of Ukraine Timchenko emphasized that it is necessary to cease fire in the energy sector and protect energy assets. According to him, residents of the country have access to electricity for only 3-4 hours, followed by a pause of 10-15 hours, and many apartment buildings remain without heating for several weeks. The CEO of DTEK also reported that the company has lost 60-70% of its generating capacity and incurred losses in the hundreds of millions
During the day, the air temperature will fluctuate from 0 to +5°C. In some areas, fog is possible, and icy conditions are expected on the roads. The wind will blow at a speed of 7-12 m/s, with gusts up to 15-20 m/s, and in some regions, strong gusts of 22-25 m/s may occur. In the capital, Tashkent, no precipitation is forecasted; however, icy conditions are also possible on the roads. The expected wind speed will be 3-8 m/s, and the air temperature will range from +2 to +4°C.
The first day of trilateral negotiations between Russia, the USA, and Ukraine has concluded in Abu Dhabi, with continuation expected on Saturday. This was reported by "Ukrainian Truth," citing a high-ranking representative of the White House and the agency "Suspilne." As noted by the source, the first day of negotiations was "productive," and the participants agreed to continue discussions the next day.
According to the BBC, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer sharply reacted to Trump's words, calling them "offensive and outrageous." In his address from Downing Street, he honored the memory of 457 British soldiers who died in Afghanistan and emphasized that many of them sustained life-changing injuries. When asked about a possible apology from Trump, Starmer noted that in such a situation he would "certainly apologize." Former military member Prince Harry also
Tokayev emphasized the importance of the upcoming XXV Winter Olympic Games and XIV Winter Paralympic Games, which will gather the strongest athletes in the world on Italian soil. About 40 Kazakhstani athletes will participate in the Olympic Games, representing 10 different sports. For most of them, this will be their first experience in such prestigious competitions. On the way to the Winter Olympics, our athletes achieved impressive results on the international stage, winning 17 gold, 31
A meeting took place in Davos between Zandanshatar Gombojav, the Prime Minister of Mongolia, and Tony Blair. Zandanshatar Gombojav, the head of the Mongolian government, discussed various issues with Tony Blair, the founder of the Institute for Global Change. During their conversation, Prime Minister Gombojav presented his government's program, including the strategy for Mongolia's development for 2026-2030. He also shared plans for the implementation of innovative technologies and
In each of the 903 mahallas, small solar power plants with a capacity of 300 kilowatts will be installed and provided to local residents free of charge. These installations will help create an economic asset that will generate income of 400-500 million sums for each mahalla. The funds generated are planned to be directed towards energy-efficient repairs of housing for needy families, as well as to reduce electricity costs and improve the quality of life. Similar measures will also be
The fund added in its statement that among the victims were not only protesters but also random passersby who became victims of attacks by organized terrorist groups. Iran's Attorney General Mohammad Movahed Azad refuted the statement made by U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed to have prevented the execution of more than 800 people in the country. Trump's statement was made last Friday.
We are pleased to officially present the ceremonial and everyday uniforms that the Mongolian team will wear at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan-Cortina, — reports MiddleAsianNews. Designers and tailors from Goyol Cashmere have created the clothing for the athletes. This collection not only combines traditional elements with modern style; it offers a renewed perception of ancient Mongolian clothing, which is an important part of our cultural history, and aims to share it with the world.
The damage incurred by insured property last year amounted to $127 billion. The majority of this damage occurred in the United States, where losses from disasters were estimated at about $100 billion, of which $41 billion was caused by the largest fires in California's history. Aon’s analysis shows that hurricanes, typhoons, and storms caused $61 billion in damage in 2025. The most destructive was Hurricane Melissa, which inflicted $11 billion in losses, of which $9 billion was recorded
As reported by Akorda, Kazakhstan has joined the Council of Peace without the need to make a voluntary contribution of $1 billion, as stated in the organization's charter. This was informed by Kazinform. Akorda emphasized that the decision to join the Council of Peace is made solely based on the sovereign rights of the state.
On board Air Force One, returning from Davos after meeting with world leaders, Trump noted that a "huge fleet" is moving towards Iran. He added that military intervention may not be necessary, but it is wise to be prepared. According to Reuters, the president raised the issue of potential military action against Iran again, where, he said, the authorities have brutally suppressed protests.
According to Reuters, Amazon, one of the leading online retailers in the world, may soon announce a new round of layoffs, presumably next week. Sources familiar with the situation reported that "the second phase of layoffs could affect up to 30,000 corporate employees" of the company, which is part of a larger optimization strategy.
The reasons for the withdrawal from WHO were, according to U.S. representatives, "the organization's inadequate response to the COVID-19 pandemic that began in Wuhan, China, as well as its inability to implement necessary reforms and independence from political pressure from member states." According to Reuters, the U.S. held the position of the largest sponsor of WHO, providing about 18% of the organization's total funding. In response to the U.S. plans, WHO intends to
A group of scientists from Peking University has introduced a new analog chip designed for use in artificial intelligence systems. This chip demonstrates outstanding results, significantly outpacing existing digital solutions, as reported by Kazinform, citing the South China Morning Post. According to the publication, the developed chip operates 12 times faster than its digital predecessors, while its energy consumption is more than 200 times lower. This discovery could change the perception
Illustrative photo U.S. President Donald Trump has decided to withdraw the invitation previously extended to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to join the "Council of Peace." This came after Carney spoke at the World Economic Forum in Davos, criticizing Washington's actions in using economic pressure on other states, Reuters reports. In response, Trump posted on the social media platform Truth Social, stating that Canada would not be able to become part of "the most
The final date for the start of the month of Ramadan will be confirmed at a meeting of the Council of Ulema of Tajikistan in February, where the amounts for zakat al-fitr (charity that believers must pay during fasting), zakat, and fidya will also be announced. This was clarified by the Committee. We remind you that last year Ramadan started on March 1.
As a result of the incident that occurred near the port city of Cartagena in the Murcia region, four people sustained minor injuries, local emergency services reported. According to a representative of the emergency services in southeastern Murcia, "the train remained on the tracks and did not derail."
Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Odile Renaud-Basso In particular, as reported by the president's press service, Mirziyoyev discussed cooperation issues with the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić, and the Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orbán. He also met with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and Tony Blair, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and current Chair of the Institute for
On Saturday, during the daytime, a cold anticyclone will begin to leave the territory of Uzbekistan, leading to a gradual weakening of the cold. It is expected that the temperature on this day will fluctuate between 0 and +3 degrees. A more noticeable increase in temperature is forecasted for Sunday. Night frosts will ease their grip, settling in the range of -3 to +2, while daytime temperatures will rise to +5...+8 degrees. During the weekend, most of Uzbekistan is expected to experience
As of January 2025, the U.S. debt to the WHO amounts to $260 million, which remains unpaid. President Donald Trump signed an order to withdraw from the organization nearly a year ago. According to information from the Department of Health and Human Services, Washington ceased funding the WHO and withdrew its staff from all offices and headquarters. Additionally, the United States exited various governing bodies and working groups supported by the WHO. A representative from the Department of
Illustrative photo At the same time, with the advancement of the cyclone, a slight increase in temperature is expected in most regions. During the night in the central and eastern areas, temperatures may range from -5 to -18°C, in the southeast from -2 to -7°C, and in mountainous areas from -7 to -15°C. In the northern regions, frosty weather will continue with nighttime temperatures ranging from -20 to -35°C. In the western part of the country, on the contrary, the influx of cold air masses
The decision to dissolve the lower house was announced on January 19. The Prime Minister hopes to regain the lost positions of her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) after the elections on October 27, 2024. The next elections, according to the plan, were supposed to take place only in 2028. However, since October 2025, the LDP, which holds a minority in the upper house of parliament, continues to remain in power thanks to the support of its junior coalition partner, the right-wing Japan Innovation
Musk claims that in the coming years we will see AI that can surpass human intelligence. "I believe we can achieve this as early as this year or next year. By 2030 or 2031, that is, in five years, AI will be smarter than all humans," he noted. Additionally, the entrepreneur suggested that in the future, the number of robots on Earth will exceed the number of people. He added that in an optimistic scenario, AI and robots will be able to perform many tasks, making human life easier.
According to the news agency Bloomberg, in the new structure, investors including Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX will own 50% of the shares of American TikTok. The remaining shares will be distributed as follows: 30.1% will remain with the current investors of ByteDance, and 19.9% will be controlled by ByteDance itself. According to the agency's information, the involvement of American investors will improve content moderation on the TikTok platform and ensure the protection of user data
Kazakhstan became a member of the Council of Peace, which was established at the initiative of Donald Trump, without any monetary contributions, as reported by the state agency Kazinform, citing the press service of Akorda. The press service clarified that joining the Council of Peace requires only a sovereign decision of the state. Membership in the council is limited to a three-year term; however, the mention of a voluntary contribution of $1 billion is not a mandatory condition. Each
Illustrative photo The United States has completed the process of leaving the World Health Organization (WHO) with an outstanding debt of $260 million, Bloomberg reports. President Donald Trump signed the order to withdraw from the WHO on the first day of his second presidential term. However, according to the U.S. Constitution, to complete the withdrawal, the organization must be notified a year in advance and all financial obligations must be fully settled, the agency notes.
The Chairman of the Lower House of Parliament in Japan, Fumio Nukaga, announced the dissolution of the house on the first day of the new 220th session, as reported by RIA Novosti. Thus, the decision has become official.
According to information from the IRGC, the detainees are accused of setting fire to mosques and Islamic educational institutions in the southern province of Hormozgan. Their actions also include the destruction of state and private property, disturbing public order, creating an atmosphere of fear, and attacking military facilities. Protests in Tehran began in late December due to a sharp decline in the national currency and rising prices. Iranian authorities announced the suppression of the
During the discussions, the parties noted that the year 2026 will be an important milestone in their relations due to the 55th anniversary of diplomatic ties, which creates new prospects for joint development. Prime Minister of Mongolia, Zandan Shatar Gombojav, presented upcoming events such as the 17th Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (COP17), scheduled to take place in Ulaanbaatar in August, as well as the Mongolia Economic Forum, which will be held in
Famous American billionaire Elon Musk shared his views on the future of artificial intelligence. According to him, by the end of this year, AI could reach an intelligence level that surpasses any human. Moreover, in five years, by 2030-2031, Musk expects that artificial intelligence will be able to outpace the cognitive abilities of all humanity as a whole. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, he noted: "I believe that by the end of this year we may witness the emergence of AI that will
According to a new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), investments directed towards the destruction of nature exceed those used for its protection by 30 times. In 2023, the total volume of financial flows associated with actors harming nature amounted to $7.3 trillion. Of this amount, $4.9 trillion are private investments concentrated in sectors such as utilities, energy, industry, and raw material extraction.
A new regulatory act titled "The Fundamental Law on the Development of Artificial Intelligence and the Formation of a Foundation for Trust" has come into effect, as reported by Kazinform, citing information from Yonhap. This law will establish a legal framework to combat misinformation and other threats arising in the process of AI development. The Ministry of Science of South Korea announced that the government has developed extensive guidelines for the use of AI technologies at the
The forecast for January 2026 regarding drought was prepared by the Institute of Hydrometeorology, Environmental Research, and Information, based on ground observations and satellite data. The forecast includes information on drought, summer drought, winter-spring pasture capacity for 2025-2026, pasture yield, air temperature, deviations of precipitation from average values, snow depth, as well as expected temperatures and precipitation in January. According to the forecast, livestock
Meeting of Vladimir Putin with Steve Whitcoff, Jared Kushner, and Josh Grünbaum As noted by Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov, during the meeting, U.S. representatives shared their views on Trump's meeting with Zelensky in Davos, as well as discussed other events that took place in December and January, including meetings in Florida and several European capitals. Ushakov emphasized that the negotiations focused on jointly determining the next steps after receiving information. He
Nuray Serikbay In Shymkent, a city with a population of one million, a criminal investigation has been initiated against police officers following the murder of Nuray Serikbay, a 21-year-old local resident, as reported by Tengrinews.kz based on information from Sanjar Adilov, the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs. According to Adilov, law enforcement officers are suspected of negligence.
According to information from the National Center for Cultural Heritage, this memorandum opens up opportunities for the implementation of a joint project focused on the ancient monuments of the Turkic Khaganate in the Tuul River valley. The project will pay special attention to aspects such as ethnoarchaeology, climate change, as well as the preservation and protection of historical and cultural heritage. An important element will be risk management. The project, which is planned to be
International media and agencies have provided updated information on events occurring in Ukraine and beyond, in the context of ongoing conflicts. Here are the key points. A frozen power plant in Ukraine. Photo by Roman Baluk / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. In Kyiv, there is still a shortage of heating following attacks on energy infrastructure by Russia. As of January 22, the city's mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that about 3,000 residential high-rise buildings remain without heat. Emergency
The competition, which took place over two days, gathered more than 120 athletes from various sports committees and clubs in Ulaanbaatar, as well as from the provinces of Orkhon, Darkhan-Uul, Khentii, and Arkhangai. The athletes competed in eight weight categories for both men and women. This was the 72nd championship for men and the 22nd for women, starting with the lightest categories. The championship opened with the competition in the women's weight category up to 48 kg, where nine
The event, which will be held for the 14th time, aims to develop specialized tourism, extend the season, increase the flow of tourists during the winter period, and promote active and healthy leisure. The festival also seeks to popularize the unique traditions and cultural heritage of the country, supporting extreme winter sports and adventure tourism. International and national championships in ice archery are planned, as well as city competitions in snowboarding, paragliding, winter rugby,
As part of the program to expand international cooperation, important agreements have been reached with Uzbekistan, and a trilateral agreement has been signed with China and Russia. Simultaneously, negotiations are underway to conclude three quarantine protocols with China. The Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry reported on the visit of Deputy Minister Nyamzhav Baasansuren to the Organization, where a request was made for support in implementing the ePhyto electronic
This statement from Trump was part of an event where it was also announced that Mongolia has joined the Council of Peace, which has already been joined by about 20 countries. The information is reported by MiddleAsianNews. “I congratulate Prime Minister Zandanšatar and express gratitude to Mongolia for becoming a founding member of the Council of Peace. Under President Trump's leadership, this historic initiative will finally lead to peace in Gaza,” wrote the U.S. Ambassador to