Trump announced a ground operation by the U.S. against Mexican drug cartels

Trump noted: “We will begin conducting ground strikes against the cartels that control Mexico.” He also added that the US has already cut off 97% of drug supplies by sea and is now preparing for military actions on land against the cartels. Since the beginning of September, the US armed forces have started attacking vessels located off the coast of Venezuela, which, according to Trump, are involved in drug trafficking. On the night of January 3, the US carried out a strike on Caracas,

Ukraine decided to convene the UN Security Council after the Russian strike with "Oreshnik"

Illustrative photo Ukraine is initiating an urgent meeting of the UN Security Council following a strike in the Lviv region from the 'Oreshnik' missile system. This was announced by the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Andriy Sibiga. According to the minister, this incident, which occurred near the borders of the EU and NATO, poses a serious threat to the security of the entire European continent. He noted that this is a test for the transatlantic community. "We insist

Russia struck Ukraine with "Nutcracker" in response to the attack on Putin's residence, - Russian Defense Ministry

On the night of Friday, January 9, the Russian armed forces conducted a large-scale attack using precision-guided weapons from land and sea bases on key facilities in Ukraine. This strike was a response to a recent attempt by Ukrainian forces to attack the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Novgorod region, as reported by the press service of the Russian Ministry of Defense. In the operation, medium-range "Oreshnik" missiles were used, among other weapons. As a

More than 550,000 residents of the Belgorod region of the Russian Federation were left without electricity and heating after a strike by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

As a result of the strike, the engineering infrastructure was damaged. According to information posted on the Telegram channel "Ashes," the missile strike hit the "Storozheva" substation and the "Luch" CHPP. By the morning of January 9, it became known that 556,000 people in six districts of the region were left without electricity and heating. Gladkov noted that 1,920 apartment buildings lack heating, and nearly 200,000 residents are deprived of access to water

Opposition Members Are Being Released from Venezuelan Prisons

The Venezuelan government has announced the start of a process to release a "significant number" of both local and foreign prisoners, including well-known opposition figures. According to Deutsche Welle, the exact details regarding the number of those released and their names have not yet been disclosed. According to the newspaper El Nacional, among those who will be released are Venezuelan opposition politician Juan Pablo Guanipa and human rights activist Rocío San Miguel. There is

""Tied to the saddle and dragged through the steppe". The husband of the brutally murdered Kazakh woman has been sentenced."

As a result of the court proceedings in the murder case of Aizat Jumanova, the court found her husband, Aibar Zhanbolat, guilty, as reported by a Tengrinews.kz correspondent. The judge sentenced the accused to 14 years of imprisonment, which he will serve in a medium-security colony.

Trump stated that he approved the bill on anti-Russian sanctions

Trump noted that the U.S. is already applying "significant sanctions against Russia." He added: "The Russian economy is currently in a difficult position, however, it is still significantly larger than the Ukrainian economy. It is indeed larger and more powerful," the president said in an interview with Fox News. Earlier, Senator Lindsey Graham announced that the vote on this bill is scheduled for next week. According to him, the new law will give the U.S. president the

A Major Explosion Occurred on the Sun

Illustrative photo According to the laboratory, a powerful explosion was recorded on the Sun in the middle of the day, and the images obtained from coronagraphs show how the material is scattering in different directions. "The epicenter of the explosion was on the far side of the Sun, and currently, it is not being observed by satellites," astronomers reported. Two weeks ago, when the currently invisible side of the Sun was facing the Earth, nothing unusual was noticed there, except

Tashkent Covered by Thick Fog, Dozens of Flights Redirected

// Gazeta.uz The fog that enveloped the capital began to appear on Thursday and significantly worsened visibility at the airport. By evening, visibility dropped to less than 2000 meters, and by 19:30 it fell below 1000 meters (according to METAR data). At 20:30 visibility was 450 meters, at 21:00 it was 200 meters, and by 23:30 it decreased to 50 meters. From 4:30 to 7:30, Tashkent airport managed to accept about 15 flights, but by 8:00 the situation worsened again, and visibility dropped back

Russia attacked Kyiv and Lviv at night, there are casualties

On the night of January 9, the Russian armed forces launched a large-scale strike on Kyiv using drones. According to the mayor of the capital, Vitali Klitschko, four people were killed and 19 were injured as a result of the attack. One of the strikes hit a residential high-rise building, and a fire was reported at a shopping center in the Desnyansky district. In the Pechersk district, a 24-story non-residential building was damaged. Klitschko noted that due to damage to critical infrastructure

WHO Experts: Cervical Cancer Can Be Completely Eliminated

Every two minutes, a woman dies from cervical cancer worldwide, as reminded by the World Health Organization (WHO). January has been declared Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. "To achieve success, it is necessary for 90% of girls to be vaccinated, 70% of women to undergo screening, and most patients to receive adequate treatment," noted the WHO.

In Iran, the Internet has been completely shut down against the backdrop of mass protests.

The protests in Iran have not subsided since December 28, starting at the main city bazaar in Tehran, where shop owners closed their stores due to hyperinflation and sharp price fluctuations. On December 29, the exchange rate of the rial reached a record low of approximately 0.00002 euros. According to the World Bank, food inflation in the country was 64.2% in October, placing Iran second in the anti-rating after South Sudan. According to the dpa agency, security forces are using tear gas

In Iran, Internet Access Cut Amid Protests

According to Deutsche Welle, Iran has experienced almost a complete internet shutdown due to protests related to the sharp decline in the value of the rial. The British organization NetBlocks confirmed that the country is undergoing an "almost complete nationwide internet blackout." Cloudflare services report that on January 8, internet traffic in Iran decreased by approximately 90%. Preliminary data indicates that only officials and security forces have access to the internet,

The UN regrets the US decision to withdraw from dozens of international organizations

The UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed regret over the United States' withdrawal from several UN organizations, adding that the system will continue to perform its functions. This was reported by the UN news service. In a statement from the UN press service, it is emphasized that contributions to the regular budget and the peacekeeping operations budget, approved by the General Assembly, are legally binding for all member states, including the US.

An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 was recorded in eastern Tajikistan at night

According to reports from the Seismology Institute of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the epicenter of the earthquake is located 223 kilometers southeast of the city of Osh in Kyrgyzstan. The intensity of the earthquake in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan was assessed at 3 points.

"Half a hundred hungry sheep 'took over' a supermarket in Bavaria"

In the southern part of Germany, in Bavaria, an unusual event occurred: about 50 sheep unexpectedly entered a Penny supermarket, causing mild chaos for 20 minutes. According to The Telegraph, the animals roamed freely around the store while employees tried to herd them out by banging on the counters. Captured on video, the event shows how the flock entered the sales area and then, seemingly frightened, left it. The German TV channel ZDF noted that "the sheep caused complete chaos" and

Larisa Dolina moved her belongings out of Lurie’s apartment using three trucks.

According to the Telegram channel SHOT, Larisa Dolina moved her belongings using three trucks, including two "Gazelles" and one large minibus, all fully loaded with her property. Not only were racks with outfits taken from the apartment, but also bags, boxes with belongings, and part of the furniture. For the last three days, there has been silence around Lurye's house: workers and trucks have not appeared. According to the channel's information, a meeting between Lurye and

Due to bad weather in Istanbul, the plane was unable to land

According to local news agencies, significant damage occurred in Istanbul on January 8 due to a severe storm. After receiving a "yellow" warning from meteorologists, the southwest wind intensified in the city, leading to damage in various areas: roofs were torn off buildings, trees fell, and coastal facilities in the Sarıyer district were affected.

The Russian Foreign Ministry reminded the USA of the peaceful status of the seized tanker "Marinera"

In its statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry emphasized that the tanker "Marinera," which was seized by the United States, was legally flying the Russian flag and was en route to one of the Russian ports, conducting a peaceful passage through international waters. The Russian side noted that the American side had been informed of the vessel's nationality, and the stopping or inspection of ships on the high seas is permissible only in exceptional cases with the consent of the

In Iran, security forces opened fire on protesters in Karaj

According to information from the Independent Persian website, protests in the country are ongoing. On January 7, opposition representatives reported the capture of the cities of Abdanan and Malekshahi. The next day, January 8, social media reported that Iranian security forces opened fire on protesters in Karaj, located near Tehran. The shooting began after demonstrators blocked roads. Social media also reports that protesters allegedly took control of Karaj, although this information has not

Protests Erupt in the U.S. After Woman Dies During Immigration Service Operation

A tragic incident occurred in Minneapolis when ICE agents shot a woman who had stopped her car in front of their pickup truck. According to Meduza, the situation quickly escalated into protests. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security claims that ICE officers were conducting "targeted operations" in the city when a group of protesters blocked their actions. The agency states that the woman used her vehicle as a weapon, attempting to run over the officers, which forced one officer to

The President of Germany stated that the USA is destroying the world order

In his speech, which apparently addressed the recent attempts to overthrow Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, Steinmeier stated that global democracy is facing unprecedented challenges. He emphasized that despite the largely ceremonial role of the President of Germany, his words still carry significant weight and allow him to speak more candidly than many other politicians. Pointing to the annexation of Crimea and military actions in Ukraine as key events, Steinmeier characterized the

The Times: The UK and France plan to send up to 15,000 troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement

Illustrative photo According to sources, the military leadership of the United Kingdom proposed to send 10,000 soldiers; however, this proposal was deemed "unsustainable" by the Ministry of Defense in light of the current size of the army, which consists of about 71,000 trained personnel, as mentioned by The Times. French military forces will also be part of the contingent, but at the moment, only the UK and France have agreed to send their troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement

Sale of the former Prince Andrew's mansion to Kazakh oligarch Kuliayev for £15 million is linked to a bribery scheme, - BBC investigation

A BBC investigation has revealed that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received significant sums from an oligarch using funds from a company linked to criminal corruption. According to lawyers for Kazakh billionaire Timur Kulibayev, he used a loan from Enviro Pacific Investments to purchase Andrew's former mansion.

Famous Kazakh actor Murat Bisembin passed away at the age of 54

He played the lead role in the film "Racketeer" Information about his death was confirmed by his daughter Diana. She reported that at the end of December, the actor was urgently hospitalized due to a stroke. Notably, his condition remained unstable: periods of improvement alternated with sharp deteriorations. For the past year and a half, Murat Bisembin had practically not left the hospital.

Kazakh actor Murat Bisembin has passed away at the age of 55

The artist was 54 years old and had been battling cancer for a long time. He was also hospitalized on December 22 after a stroke, which worsened his condition. Murad Bisembin became known to audiences for his role as Ruslan in the film "Racketeer" and many other projects in cinema.

The National Cancer Center of Mongolia Conducted Its First Robotic Surgery

The implementation of robotic surgery in Mongolia became possible thanks to three years of preparation and work on this progressive technology, which is already widely used in 69 countries around the world. Robotic surgery, providing surgeons with a "third hand," significantly increases the precision of operations. With the availability of high-speed internet, there will be the possibility of performing surgeries remotely in the future.

The real American Tank, not some Chinese one. The armored Rezvani Tank 2026 has been unveiled.

List of 66 International Organizations from Which the USA is Withdrawing

Illustrative photo The administration of Donald Trump, the President of the United States, announced its decision to withdraw from 66 international organizations. This list includes both structures associated with the United Nations and independent intergovernmental and multilateral initiatives. According to the official document, this decision will affect 35 organizations not part of the UN system and 31 structures subordinate to the UN.

Senator Graham: Trump gave the "green light" to the bill on strengthening sanctions against Russia

Graham also added that after the meeting with Trump, where various issues were discussed, the president expressed support for a bipartisan bill on sanctions against Russia. He announced this in his post on the social network X. In November 2025, Graham indicated that this bill would give the U.S. president the ability to impose secondary sanctions and tariffs on imports from countries that purchase Russian oil and gas. The senator emphasized that this could encourage Vladimir Putin to initiate

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev: Rural Development is a Strategic Task of the State

The President of Kazakhstan presented new powers and responsibilities for the akims of rural districts At a dialogue platform that brought together akims from all levels, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke. This significant event was attended by about 80% of rural akims, marking a new step in the interaction between the government and society.

Olympic 3x3 Basketball Champion Nauris Miezis Joins Ulaanbaatar Energy Team

In the 2025/26 season, Miezis will begin playing for Ulaanbaatar Energy. His achievements include gold medals from the 2020 Olympic Games, silver and bronze medals from World Championships, as well as one gold and three silver medals earned at European Championships. Additionally, he was recognized as the Most Valuable Player at one of the Grand Slam tournaments. At the opening of the 2024 Olympics in Paris, Miezis had the honor of carrying the Latvian flag, alongside volleyball player Tina

Protests Erupt in the U.S. After Woman's Murder in Minneapolis

Protests have engulfed Minneapolis (Minnesota) following an incident in which U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot and killed 37-year-old poetess Rene Good. According to Minnesota Public Radio, thousands of people participated in the demonstration. The tragedy occurred on January 7 during a protest against ICE's actions aimed at enforcing immigration laws. According to law enforcement, Good, while driving a vehicle, attempted to run over an ICE patrol.

Mongolia to Host World Horse Day

Mongolia will host the large-scale celebration of World Horse Day for the first time, which will take place from July 11 to 13, 2026, in Khui Doloon Khudag, located on the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar. The participation of 10,000 riders from 56 countries is expected. The organizers are currently working on creating a diverse program of events that will highlight all the charms of horseback riding. Five thematic zones planned for the event will cover entertainment, equine therapy, traditional

A Visa Deposit is Introduced for Citizens of Kyrgyzstan Traveling to the USA

A pilot project with new requirements will begin on January 21, 2026 With the introduction of new rules, citizens of Kyrgyzstan who plan to obtain tourist or business visas of category B1/B2 for trips to the USA will be required to pay a visa bond. This innovation, reported on the official website of the U.S. Department of State, aims to reduce the number of cases of visa overstays, and Kyrgyzstan has become one of the countries participating in the visa bond pilot program.

Ulaanbaatar to Include Elementary School Students in the "Dairy Program"

This year, the "Milk Program" in Ulaanbaatar will include 189,600 primary school students. Starting in 2024, the Ulaanbaatar governor's administration will provide milk to 19,000 students from selected schools in the city two to three times a week. To expand the program, the budget for 2026 allocates 8.9 billion tugriks. This funding will allow for the provision of milk to 189,000 students in grades 1-5 of public schools once a week.

This year, Mongolia celebrates the 820th anniversary of the founding of the Great Mongol Empire.

The working group will focus on promoting the history of the Great Mongol Empire among the population, organizing events for people of all ages, as well as integrating anniversary ideas into the program of the National Holiday. In addition, the group will promote the achievements and culture of the empire beyond the country's borders through diplomatic channels. The group is led by Khassuuriyin Gankhuyag, Deputy Prime Minister of Mongolia and Chairman of the Organizing Committee for the

Venezuelan authorities reported 100 dead due to a U.S. attack. Maduro and his wife were injured.

As a result of the attack, 100 people lost their lives, according to Reuters, citing a statement from Minister Cabello. He characterized the incident as a "treacherous attack," noting that among the victims were young people with no connection to the conflict.

The USA is withdrawing from 66 international organizations

Donald Trump noted that many of these organizations support radical climate initiatives, global governance, and ideological programs, which contradict the interests of U.S. sovereignty and economic strength, according to an official statement on the White House website. The message emphasizes that American taxpayers have "invested billions" in funding these international structures, yet the "return on investment" has been minimal.

Venezuelan authorities reported 100 dead as a result of the U.S. operation

According to Diosdado Cabello, the Minister of Internal Affairs of Venezuela, at least 100 people have died as a result of the United States' attack on the country. He noted that among the victims are civilians, including women who were in their homes and became victims of the powerful bombs dropped on Venezuela. "At the moment, the death toll stands at 100 people, and the same number have been injured," the minister added, as reported by CNN.

Mongolia to Purchase 710,000 Tons of Gasoline from Russia

The Deputy Minister also noted that this month an agreement was signed with a Russian oil refinery in Angarsk for the supply of 710 thousand tons of AI-92 gasoline. He added that the consumption of petroleum products in Mongolia is increasing by about 30% annually, and the volumes of supplies from Russia continue to remain stable. However, in January, a decision was made to increase supplies by 60%. According to Begzsurena, as of January 5 of this year, the supply of petroleum products in

Zelensky urged the U.S. to detain Kadyrov like Maduro. The Chechen leader responded.

During his speech, Zelensky emphasized that such harsh measures could put pressure on Moscow. "The Americans have various tools, and when they really want to, they can act. The main thing is the understanding of Ukraine's priority for them. It is necessary to find ways to pressure Russia," he noted, citing the example of Maduro. "Here is a clear example with Maduro. An operation was carried out, and the whole world saw its result. Let them do something similar with Kadyrov.

The USA has withdrawn from 66 international organizations

The White House website announced that U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum stating that the United States is withdrawing from 66 international organizations. In a statement from the Trump administration, it is emphasized: "Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an order directing the U.S. to withdraw from 66 international organizations that no longer align with our country's interests."

The USA seized two tankers in the Atlantic Ocean, one of which was under the Russian flag.

The tanker, originally known as Bella 1, was intercepted in the North Atlantic based on a court order issued by a federal court in the USA. The US Coast Guard vessel USCGC Munro tracked it before the seizure, as reported by the US European Command. The US Departments of Justice and Homeland Security, in cooperation with the Department of Defense, announced the seizure of the vessel. "This operation is being conducted under a presidential directive aimed at vessels that violate US

The USA seized two tankers from Russia's "shadow fleet"

According to reports from Reuters and U.S. military officials, operations to detain two tankers involved in transporting Venezuelan oil were successfully conducted. These vessels are suspected of evading sanctions. The first operation began with the pursuit of the tanker Bella 1, also known as Marinera, which lasted over two weeks in the Atlantic Ocean. This vessel is part of the "shadow fleet" and is linked to Russia's efforts to circumvent international sanctions.

In the "Ala-Archa" Park, a man with an injured leg was rescued

The incident occurred in the upper part of the Ala-Archa State Natural Park, where a man who sustained a leg injury was unable to leave the dangerous area on his own. This was reported by representatives of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. Three specialists from the Edelweiss rescue team, who were on duty in the park, were dispatched to the scene. The rescuers successfully evacuated the 45-year-old man (M. N.) and transported him to City Clinical Hospital No. 4 in Bishkek,

The USA demanded that Venezuela sever ties with Russia, China, Iran, and Cuba.

According to information provided by ABC News, Washington is demanding that the interim president of Venezuela, Delcy Rodriguez, sever all economic and political ties with Russia, China, Iran, and Cuba. Sources close to the administration reported this demand. The channel also reports that the U.S. insists that Venezuela conduct oil deals exclusively with them, ensuring priority sales of heavy oil. These conditions, according to sources, are necessary for lifting restrictions on increasing oil

Protests in Iran: Opposition Claims Capture of Two Cities, Authorities Deny It

According to information from Fox News, protesters in Abdanan, located near the border with Iraq, have completely taken control of the city, as claimed by representatives of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI). Similar reports are coming from Malekshahi in Ilam province. Ali Safavi, a member of the NCRI's foreign affairs committee, stated in an interview with Fox News that local residents "are in control of the situation" and are marking this event in the streets.