Suspect Detained in Kyrgyzstan for Distributing Materials of Extremist Organization
A suspect has been arrested in the Chui region of Kyrgyzstan for distributing materials of the banned extremist organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir" on social media.
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in National Security / Kyrgyzstan,
Coach in Kazakhstan Sentenced to 10 Years for Drug Trafficking
A coach from a youth sports school in the Akmolinsk region was convicted of drug trafficking after authorities found over 39 kg of hashish in his car. The coach was sentenced to 10 years in prison, with mitigating circumstances considered in the verdict.
in Crime / Kazakhstan,
Counterterrorism Exercises Planned in Aktobe Region
Security forces in Kazakhstan to conduct counterterrorism exercises in Aktobe region, aiming to enhance emergency response capabilities and interagency cooperation. Residents are reminded to follow safety protocols and cooperate with the training activities.
in National Security / Kazakhstan,
Coach of Kazakhstan's Champions FC "Ordabasy" Resigns Amid Season Challenges
The coach of Kazakhstan's reigning champions, FC "Ordabasy," Alexander Sednev, expresses his desire to step down, leaving the team's management surprised. The current head coach's sudden departure raises questions about the team's performance and the search for a potential replacement amid the ongoing championship.
in Sport / Kazakhstan,
Trial of Former Minister Accused of Brutal Murder Continues in Astana
The trial of former Minister Kuandyk Bishimbayev, accused of the murder of his wife Saltanat Nukenova, is ongoing in Astana with technical delays and suspensions in the online broadcast.
in Crime / Kazakhstan,
Uzbekistan U-18 Hockey Team Dominates Iran 19-0 in Cup Match
Uzbekistan's U-18 hockey team dominates Iran with a 19-0 victory in the Asia and Oceania Cup, featuring a standout debut by 14-year-old Salokhiddin Azimov.
in Sport / Uzbekistan,
46 Villages Affected by Landslides in Kyrgyzstan, Emergency Response Underway
Heavy rainfall in the Jalal-Abad region caused landslides and flooding, resulting in casualties and significant damage to properties. An emergency response team has been deployed to assist the affected areas.
in News / Kyrgyzstan,
Kazakh Tennis Player Alexander Bublik to Compete in ATP-250 Tournament in Lyon
Kazakhstan's top male singles player, Alexander Bublik, confirms participation in the Lyon ATP-250 tournament in France, alongside other top-ranked players. Bublik will also compete in the Madrid "Masters" series tournament this week, after his compatriot Mikhail Kukushkin failed to qualify.
in Sport / Kazakhstan,
Tragedy Strikes as Indian Citizens Drown in Issyk-Kul
Two Indian men tragically drowned at the "Blue Issyk-Kul" sanatorium in Cholpon-Ata, with one body retrieved by rescuers and the other by local residents.
in News / Kyrgyzstan,
Kasym-Jomart Tokayev Appoints New Deputies to Kazakhstan's Assembly of People
President Tokayev appoints new deputy heads for the Assembly of People, replacing two former officials.
in Politics / Kazakhstan,