The Blue Colts are currently in Doha, Qatar, where they have played Qatar in two friendly matches (1-1 and 0-0) behind closed doors, and will travel to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on May 3, as per a press release.

India have been drawn in Gr]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024410/head-coach-bibiano-fernandes-announces-india-squad-for-afc-u17-asian-cup-saudi-arabia-2026 279024410 Fri, 01 May 2026 18:17:21 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024410/head-coach-bibiano-fernandes-announces-india-squad-for-afc-u17-asian-cup-saudi-arabia-2026 (260501) -- ASTANA, May 1, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People wearing traditional costumes take part in celebrations marking the Day of Unity of the People of Kazakhstan in Astana, Kazakhstan, May 1, 2026. (Photo by Kalizhan Ospanov/Xinhua)

The update takes into account all matches played since May 2025 at full weightage, while results from the previous two years are counted at 50 per cent, as per the ICC website. http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024068/australia-continues-dominance-in-icc-annual-rankings-update 279024068 Fri, 01 May 2026 15:10:37 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024068/australia-continues-dominance-in-icc-annual-rankings-update New Delhi [India], May 1 (ANI): A 12-member Indian shotgun squad is all set to take part in the year's second International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shotgun stage in Almaty, Kazakhstan, beginning with team arrivals on Saturday (May 02, 2026).

A total of 284 athletes representing 42 national Olympic committees are in the fray for the five Olympic events on the 10-day roster. Eight members of the ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279023735/12-member-indian-shotgun-squad-set-for-year-second-issf-world-cup-stage 279023735 Fri, 01 May 2026 11:48:13 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279023735/12-member-indian-shotgun-squad-set-for-year-second-issf-world-cup-stage Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], May 1 (ANI): Following Gujarat Titans' win over defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), spinner Rashid Khan spoke about his recovery from a back injury and the team's ongoing middle-order concerns, saying he deliberately gave himself more time to complete rehabilitation and regain full fitness.

The Titans' sensational fielding and containment with the ball, spearheaded ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279023454/rashid-khan-opens-up-on-back-injury-recovery-discusses-gt-middle-order-issues-after-win-over-rcb 279023454 Fri, 01 May 2026 09:31:34 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279023454/rashid-khan-opens-up-on-back-injury-recovery-discusses-gt-middle-order-issues-after-win-over-rcb (260501) -- XI'AN, May 1, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Vasilina Khandoshka of Belarus performs during the women's solo technical final at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup 2026-Stop 3 in Xi'an, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, May 1, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Yibo)

Following Canada's participation in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 and ahead of key upcoming ICC pathway competitions, this appointment is being seen as a strategic step toward building momentum and achieving greater international consist]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279022996/cricket-canada-appoints-monty-desai-as-men-team-head-coach 279022996 Fri, 01 May 2026 06:21:47 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279022996/cricket-canada-appoints-monty-desai-as-men-team-head-coach Newest first

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19:06

Trump 'Not Satisfied' With Iranian Proposal

US President Donald Trump speaks with the media prior to departing from the the White House on May 1.

US President Donald Trump said he is "not satisfied" with a new Iranian proposal delivered by Tehran to Pakistan, which is acting as a mediator in talks with the U]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024284/trump-not-satisfied-with-new-iranian-peace-proposal 279024284 Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024284/trump-not-satisfied-with-new-iranian-peace-proposal New posts

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19:06

Trump 'Not Satisfied' With 'Messed Up' Iranian Leaders' Proposal

US President Donald Trump speaks with the media prior to departing from the the White House on May 1.

US President Donald Trump said he is "not satisfied" with a new Iranian proposal delivered by Tehran to Pakistan, which is acting as a mediator in talks with the United States.

"They wan]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024607/trump-not-satisfied-with-messed-up-iranian-leaders-proposal 279024607 Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024607/trump-not-satisfied-with-messed-up-iranian-leaders-proposal Washington, DC [US], May 1 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has hinted at a potential withdrawal of American military personnel from Italy and Spain, launching a scathing critique of both nations regarding their positions on the persisting conflict with Iran. The move has further exacerbated the widening diplomatic chasm between Washington and its traditional European partners.

Addressing the media at the Oval Of]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279022826/why-shouldnt-i-trump-weighs-troop-cuts-in-italy-spain-amid-iran-conflict 279022826 Fri, 01 May 2026 04:06:08 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279022826/why-shouldnt-i-trump-weighs-troop-cuts-in-italy-spain-amid-iran-conflict BEIJING, May 1 (Xinhua) -- As global geopolitical uncertainties rise and the world accelerates toward multipolarity, neighboring countries increasingly view closer cooperation with China not merely as a strategic choice, but as a vital pathway to shared prosperity, high-level officials and scholars from across Asia said at a forum in Beijing.

Against a backdrop of global turbulence, China has rolled out its 15th ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279022071/closer-cooperation-with-china-set-to-fuel-growth-in-neighboring-countries 279022071 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:15:26 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279022071/closer-cooperation-with-china-set-to-fuel-growth-in-neighboring-countries Police are scouring rooftops in Turkmenistan for Starlink satellite Internet terminals as residents seek to sidestep sluggish and restricted connections, locals say.

In the eastern city of Turkmenabat, residents have described searches by teams of local officials and law enforcement.

They come and go straight to the roof, one Turkmenabat residenttold RFE/RLs Turkmen Serviceon condition of anonymity. They ch]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279021768/rooftop-raids-turkmenistan-cracks-down-on-starlink-users 279021768 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:04:45 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279021768/rooftop-raids-turkmenistan-cracks-down-on-starlink-users Algeria says the group remains central to efforts to stabilize global oil markets

Algeria remains committed to the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and OPEC+ and considers the producer alliances a foundation of stability in the global oil market, the country's Ministry of Hydrocarbons and Mines]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279021692/african-energy-giant-reaffirms-commitment-to-opec 279021692 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:39:24 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279021692/african-energy-giant-reaffirms-commitment-to-opec Islamabad [Pakistan], April 30 (ANI): Pakistan Army on Wednesday intensified operations along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border under Operation Ghazab lil-Haq, targeting positions of Afghan Taliban and offshoot of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) Fitna al-Khawarij in response to what it termed 'unprovoked aggression,' even as Taliban officials called for an end to hostilities amid rising humanitarian concerns.

Acco]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279020346/pakistan-army-launches-strikes-along-afghanistan-border-taliban-urges-end-to-clashes 279020346 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:32:55 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279020346/pakistan-army-launches-strikes-along-afghanistan-border-taliban-urges-end-to-clashes BAKU, 29th April, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Azerbaijan held the second meeting of the Strategic Partnership Cooperation Committee in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, co-chaired by Saeed Al Hajeri, Minister of State, and Yalchin Rafiyev, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan, with the participation of a number of senior officials from both countries.

The convening of the]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279019390/uae-and-azerbaijan-hold-2nd-meeting-of-comprehensive-strategic-partnership-cooperation-committee 279019390 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:36:22 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279019390/uae-and-azerbaijan-hold-2nd-meeting-of-comprehensive-strategic-partnership-cooperation-committee (260429) -- KHIVA, April 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A dancer from the Beijing Dance Academy performs during the third International Lazgi Dance Festival in Khiva, Uzbekistan, on April 26, 2026. TO GO WITH "Feature: Chinese dancers light up Central Asian stage at Lazgi dance festival" (Xinhua/Li Renzi)

The MoU establishes a strategic framework for cooperation between the parties to explore investment opportunities and advance collaboration ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279019126/ad-ports-group-azcon-holding-sign-mou-to-explore-collaboration-in-transport-logistics-infrastructure 279019126 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:22:46 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279019126/ad-ports-group-azcon-holding-sign-mou-to-explore-collaboration-in-transport-logistics-infrastructure (260429) -- SANYA, April 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Gold medalist Amirhossein Kavousi (C) of Iran, silver medalist Muhammad Inam (L) of Pakistan and bronze medalist Turbold Ganbold of Mongolia attend the awarding ceremony for the beach wrestling men's 90kg at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, April 29, 2026. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

The 'landmark governance decision' paves the way for Afghan female football players to compete as the official Afghanistan national team in FIFA competitions, in co]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279018766/fifa-allows-afghan-women-football-team-to-compete-in-international-competitions 279018766 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:43:49 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279018766/fifa-allows-afghan-women-football-team-to-compete-in-international-competitions By By Portia B Conrad

Ladakh [India], April 29 (ANI): The forthcoming exposition of the sacred Piprahwa relics in Ladakh represents far more than a ceremonial religious event; it is a profound civilizational moment capable of strengthening Ladakh's social fabric, revitalising Buddhist cultural identity, and positioning India as a central node in global Buddhist engagement.

Scheduled as a historic public exp]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279018204/sacred-confluence-how-piprahwa-relics-can-strengthen-ladakh-social-fabric 279018204 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:26:11 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279018204/sacred-confluence-how-piprahwa-relics-can-strengthen-ladakh-social-fabric LANZHOU, April 29 (Xinhua) -- From having affordable and nutritious lunches at a "Happiness Canteen" to attending weekly vocal music and dance classes, elderly residents in Zaolinxi Community in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, are enjoying fulfilling lives.

Around 11 a.m., the aroma of food wafted from the canteen in Zaolinxi Community. Yang Yongkui, a 78-year-old resident, slowly walked int]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279018136/china-expands-community-based-elderly-care-as-its-population-ages 279018136 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:15:36 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279018136/china-expands-community-based-elderly-care-as-its-population-ages (Photo credit: Stephanie Scarbrough-Reuters via Imagn Images)

Amid widespread complaints about the cost of tickets and transportation related to World Cup games, FIFA announced Tuesday that it will hike the money received by all 48 teams participating this summer by 15%.

The national teams competing in the event in the United States, Mexico and Canada will see their preparation money rise from $1.5 million ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279018085/fifa-increasing-financial-distribution-to-all-48-world-cup-teams-by-15 279018085 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:55:08 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279018085/fifa-increasing-financial-distribution-to-all-48-world-cup-teams-by-15 Washington DC [US], April 29 (ANI): UK's King Charles III invoked the legacy of 9/11 and called for renewed global unity, asserting that the same transatlantic resolve shown in the fight against terrorism must now be applied to securing peace in Ukraine.

Addressing a Joint Meeting of the United States Congress on Tuesday (local time), the British monarch framed the moment as one of shared history and urgent cont]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279017946/same-unyielding-resolve-needed-king-charles-recalls-911-attack-calls-for-nato-unity-and-stronger-support-for-ukraine 279017946 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:44:16 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279017946/same-unyielding-resolve-needed-king-charles-recalls-911-attack-calls-for-nato-unity-and-stronger-support-for-ukraine The UAE says its decision is driven by national interests as Middle East tensions disrupt energy markets

The United Arab Emirates, one of the world's biggest oil exporters, has announced it will leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the wider OPEC+ on May 1. The move is seen by analysts as a serious setback for the group and its informal leader, Saudi Arabia.

According to an official statement posted on X, the Afghan Foreign Ministry said it handed over a protest letter condemning attacks by Pakistani forces on civilian targets and publ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279017876/afghanistan-summons-pakistani-envoy-lodges-protest-over-cross-border-strikes-along-durand-line 279017876 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:55:21 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279017876/afghanistan-summons-pakistani-envoy-lodges-protest-over-cross-border-strikes-along-durand-line (260428) -- SANYA, April 28, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Li Wanxiang of China competes during the water polo men's round-robin final between China and Kazakhstan at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, April 28, 2026. (Xinhua/Zhu Weixi)

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan of "unforgivable war crimes" over strikes on the eastern province of Kunar on Monday, which officials said left at least seven dead and over 70 wounded, and heav]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279017164/afghanistan-accuses-pakistan-of-war-crimes-over-new-strikes 279017164 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:18:20 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279017164/afghanistan-accuses-pakistan-of-war-crimes-over-new-strikes Bishkek [Kyrgyzstan], April 28 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday announced the completion of a key capacity-building project for the Kyrgyz Armed Forces, involving the provisioning of 12 sets of computer systems each at the IT Centres of the Kyrgyz Military Institute in Bishkek and Military Unit 36806 in Osh.

The announcement was made during the Union Minister's visit to Kyrgyzstan, where he partic]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279017002/rajnath-singh-announces-completion-of-it-infrastructure-project-for-kyrgyz-armed-forces 279017002 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:55:50 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279017002/rajnath-singh-announces-completion-of-it-infrastructure-project-for-kyrgyz-armed-forces Bishkek [Kyrgyzstan], April 28 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting with Kazakhstan's Defence Minister, Lieutenant General Dauren Kosanov, in Bishkek on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting.

The meeting focused on strengthening defence cooperation and enhancing strategic ties between India and Kazakhstan within the broader fra]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016996/rajnath-singh-holds-bilateral-talks-with-kazakhstan-defence-minister-on-sco-sidelines-in-bishkek 279016996 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:50:41 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016996/rajnath-singh-holds-bilateral-talks-with-kazakhstan-defence-minister-on-sco-sidelines-in-bishkek URUMQI/WUHAN, April 28 (Xinhua) -- From the ancient streets of Kashgar to the cutting-edge robotics labs in Wuhan, a delegation of Pakistani media and think tank representatives concluded a visit to China, gaining firsthand insight into the country's regional development, technological prowess and the deepening cooperation between the two nations.

The "Pakistan media and think tank professionals China tour," held]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016921/pakistani-journalists-scholars-explore-cultural-beauty-cutting-edge-tech-during-china-tour 279016921 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:21:59 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016921/pakistani-journalists-scholars-explore-cultural-beauty-cutting-edge-tech-during-china-tour (260428) -- SANYA, April 28, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Xie Mengyu (L) of China competes with Akylai Kutbolsunovna Satybaeva of Kyrgyzstan during their beach wrestling women's 60kg round group C match at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, April 28, 2026. (Xinhua/Hu Jingwen)

The 'Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri' (BHISHM) Cubes were presented during a bilateral meeting between the Defence Minister and]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016610/india-gifts-indigenously-built-bhishm-cube-medical-systems-to-kyrgyzstan 279016610 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:06:37 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016610/india-gifts-indigenously-built-bhishm-cube-medical-systems-to-kyrgyzstan By Sahil Pandey

Bishkek [Kyrgyzstan], April 28 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday advocated for a rule-based international system over the use of force, asserting that the global community must ensure the current age remains 'an era of peace and prosperity' rather than one of violence and war.

Addressing the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting in the Kyrgyz capi]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016489/not-an-era-of-war-defence-minister-rajnath-singh-advocates-for-peace-at-sco-meeting 279016489 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:26:05 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016489/not-an-era-of-war-defence-minister-rajnath-singh-advocates-for-peace-at-sco-meeting New Delhi [India], April 28 (ANI): EaseMyTrip, one of India's leading online travel-tech platforms, has announced its much-awaited 'Great Indian Summer Travel Sale', running from April 28 to May 6, 2026. The campaign offers exciting deals across flights, hotels, and holiday packages for travellers planning their summer getaways.

The 'Great Indian Summer Travel Sale' brings a range of exclusive travel deals across]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016477/easemytrip-announces-great-indian-summer-travel-sale-bringing-exclusive-travel-deals-for-summer-holidays 279016477 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:17:49 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016477/easemytrip-announces-great-indian-summer-travel-sale-bringing-exclusive-travel-deals-for-summer-holidays ASTANA, 28th April, 2026 (WAM) -- Presight on Friday welcomed Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, to the Alem.ai Artificial Intelligence Centre, for an official presentation of the Astana Smart City platform.

Developed in partnership with the Astana city administration, the AI platform powered by advanced algorithms integrates data from transport, infrastructure, and public safety syst]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016454/kazakhstan-president-reviews-astana-smart-city-project 279016454 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:56:47 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016454/kazakhstan-president-reviews-astana-smart-city-project Bishkek [Kyrgyzstan], April 28 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday held a high-level meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Admiral Dong Jun, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' gathering in Bishkek.

The interaction in the Kyrgyz capital comes as part of a series of strategic engagements Singh is conducting with regional leaders to discuss security and st]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016365/defence-minister-rajnath-singh-holds-talks-with-chinese-russian-counterparts-on-sidelines-of-sco-meet-in-bishkek 279016365 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:42:35 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016365/defence-minister-rajnath-singh-holds-talks-with-chinese-russian-counterparts-on-sidelines-of-sco-meet-in-bishkek (260428) -- SANYA, April 28, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Long Jianguo of China competes during the men's individual qualification of sport climbing (speed) at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, south China's Hainan Province, April 28, 2026. (Xinhua/Bei He)

The visit follows Singh's arrival in the Kyrgyz capital on Monday to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) defence ministers' meeting, where regional security and the ongoin]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016204/defence-minister-rajnath-singh-pays-tribute-to-fallen-heroes-at-victory-square-in-bishkek 279016204 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:33:32 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016204/defence-minister-rajnath-singh-pays-tribute-to-fallen-heroes-at-victory-square-in-bishkek New posts

07:17

US Official: Trump Not Happy With Iran's Latest Proposal

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US President Donald Trump has expressed significant dissatisfaction with the latest proposal from Tehran, primarily because the offer fails to tackle the complexities of Iran's nuclear program, a senior US official confirmed to RFE/RL on April 27.

The administration's stan]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016196/trump-not-happy-with-iran-latest-proposal-says-us-official 279016196 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016196/trump-not-happy-with-iran-latest-proposal-says-us-official Friedrich Merz says Washington has no convincing strategy in talks with Tehran

The US lacks a coherent negotiation strategy and is being "humiliated" by Iran, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday.

Merz made the remarks as the vital Strait of Hormuz remains closed to most shipping, driving up global energy prices.

"The Iranians are clearly stronger than expected, and the Ame]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016153/us-humiliated-by-iranian-leadership-german-chancellor 279016153 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:24:49 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016153/us-humiliated-by-iranian-leadership-german-chancellor BEIJING, April 28 (Xinhua) -- In Qingdao, China's eastern port city that is also home to a major shipbuilding base, CSSC Engine Co., Ltd. has recently delivered the country's first ammonia-fueled low-speed marine engine, marking a breakthrough in the zero-carbon marine propulsion field.

CSSC Engine has formed partnerships with over 130 firms from countries and regions, including Japan, the Republic of Korea, Swit]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016019/china-strengthens-role-as-global-supply-chain-hub 279016019 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:47:20 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016019/china-strengthens-role-as-global-supply-chain-hub Kabul [Afghanistan], April 28 (ANI): The Taliban accused Pakistan of launching cross-border mortar and rocket attacks in eastern Afghanistan's Kunar province on Monday, claiming that at least four people were killed and dozens injured, as tensions escalated between the two neighbours amid fragile peace talks.

According to Taliban authorities, the attacks targeted civilian areas in Asadabad, the capital of Kunar p]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015937/taliban-accuses-pakistan-of-cross-border-strikes-killing-4-in-afghanistan-islamabad-denies-claims-as-blatant-lie-amid-peace-talks 279015937 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:04:04 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015937/taliban-accuses-pakistan-of-cross-border-strikes-killing-4-in-afghanistan-islamabad-denies-claims-as-blatant-lie-amid-peace-talks (Photo credit: Andy Abeyta/The Desert Sun / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)

Unseeded Austrian Anastasia Potapova surprised No. 2 seed Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan and won a 7-6 (8), 6-4 battle in the Round of 16 at the Madrid Open on Monday.

Two of the top three seeds were shown the exit door, as Czech 13th seed Linda Noskova defeated No. 3 seed Coco Gauff 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (5). Top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka o]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015800/elena-rybakina-coco-gauff-sent-packing-in-madrid-round-of-16 279015800 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:25:12 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015800/elena-rybakina-coco-gauff-sent-packing-in-madrid-round-of-16 Bishkek [Kyrgyzstan], April 27 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday was warmly welcomed by members of the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Kyrgyzstan's capital of Bishkek, where he will participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting.

Visuals from the Kyrgyz capital showed members of the Indian community greeting the Defence Minister with enthusiasm, offering bo]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015424/rajnath-singh-receives-warm-welcome-from-indian-diaspora-in-bishkek-ahead-of-sco-defence-ministers-meeting 279015424 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:25:12 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015424/rajnath-singh-receives-warm-welcome-from-indian-diaspora-in-bishkek-ahead-of-sco-defence-ministers-meeting Bishkek [Kyrgyzstan], April 27 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Kyrgyzstan's capital of Bishkek on Monday to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting, marking a key multilateral engagement focused on regional security and defence cooperation.

Upon his arrival in the Kyrgyz capital, the Defence Minister was accorded a traditional welcome and offered Borsok, a po]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015087/kyrgyzstan-rajnath-singh-arrives-in-bishkek-to-attend-sco-defence-ministers-meeting 279015087 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:01:39 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015087/kyrgyzstan-rajnath-singh-arrives-in-bishkek-to-attend-sco-defence-ministers-meeting The cathedral of the largest city in Azerbaijan's Nagorno-Karabakh region has been demolished, RFE/RL can confirm through satellite imagery made on April 26.

Reports that the Holy Mother of God Cathedral in Khankendi had been destroyed emerged in Armenian media in mid-April, but no clear recent imagery showing the site was available until now.

A combination image showing The Holy Mother of God Cathedral in ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015019/photo-exclusive-cathedral-church-demolished-in-nagorno-karabakh 279015019 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:37:01 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015019/photo-exclusive-cathedral-church-demolished-in-nagorno-karabakh Baku [Azerbaijan], April 27 (ANI): Ambassador-designate of India to Azerbaijan, Abhay Kumar, participated in a multicultural event organised by the Baku Malayalee Association (BMA) in the country's capital that brought together diverse Indian festivals, highlighting unity and cultural harmony.

In a post on X on Monday, Kumar said, 'Joyous to join Baku Malayalee Association at a special event- Kaniyum Kaineettavu]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015000/indian-envoy-abhay-kumar-joins-multi-faith-cultural-celebration-in-azerbaijan 279015000 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:36:54 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015000/indian-envoy-abhay-kumar-joins-multi-faith-cultural-celebration-in-azerbaijan (260427) -- BUKHARA, April 27, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Tourists visit the ancient city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan on April 25, 2026. (Photo by Zafar Khalilov/Xinhua)

The team will compete in three weight categories: men's lightweight and half-middleweight, and women's heavyweight.

The final squad includes Karim Abdel Latif (under 73 kg), Amr Gad (under ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279014179/uae-judo-team-to-compete-in-three-categories-at-dushanbe-grand-slam 279014179 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:08:31 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279014179/uae-judo-team-to-compete-in-three-categories-at-dushanbe-grand-slam New posts

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White House Confirms Mulling New Iranian Peace Proposal

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt holds a briefing at the White House in Washington.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that US President Donald Trump discussed a new Iranian proposal to resolve the two-month-old war, now under a cease-fire, with his top security aides on April 27.

Whil]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015464/white-house-confirms-mulling-new-iranian-peace-proposal 279015464 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279015464/white-house-confirms-mulling-new-iranian-peace-proposal New Delhi [India], April 27 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to visit Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting tomorrow. The visit highlights India's active engagement with the regional bloc as member states gather to address pressing security concerns and strategic cooperation in Central Asia.

In a post on X, the Defence Minis]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279014009/rajnath-singh-to-attend-sco-defence-ministers-meeting-in-kyrgyzstan-to-pitch-for-zero-tolerance-for-terrorism 279014009 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:44:36 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279014009/rajnath-singh-to-attend-sco-defence-ministers-meeting-in-kyrgyzstan-to-pitch-for-zero-tolerance-for-terrorism PanARMENIAN.Net - Azerbaijan has suspended cooperation with the European Parliament, according to a provision included in a draft decision discussed and adopted at a plenary session of the Milli Majlis.

Under the decision, cooperation between the Milli Majlis and the European Parliament is halted in all areas, Haqqin.az reported.

At the same time, the parliament's ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279023605/azerbaijan-suspends-ties-with-european-parliament 279023605 Fri, 01 May 2026 05:08:13 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279023605/azerbaijan-suspends-ties-with-european-parliament PanARMENIAN.Net - On April 29, a meeting of the commissions on state border delimitation and border security between Armenia and Azerbaijan was held in Aghveran, co-chaired by Armenia's Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan and Azerbaijan's Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Mustafayev.

The sides discussed technical aspects of delimitation and agreed on guidelines for implementi]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279019403/armenia-azerbaijan-agree-border-delimitation-guidelines 279019403 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:07:28 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279019403/armenia-azerbaijan-agree-border-delimitation-guidelines (Vancouver) - The FIFA Council's decision to approve amendments to its Governance Regulations provides a landmark opportunity to ensure gender equity and human rights in sport, the Sport & Rights Alliance<]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279019242/fifa-new-rule-recognizes-afghan-women-team 279019242 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:15:53 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279019242/fifa-new-rule-recognizes-afghan-women-team PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia's Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Arsen Torosyan, commenting on the demolition of churches in Stepanakert by Azerbaijanis, said on Public Television that the issue could be raised by UNESCO, but not by Armenia.

"Let's say we did that-what would it give Armenia and its citizens? Azerbaijan is doing something within its sovereign territory," h]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016775/torosyan-comments-on-stepanakert-church-demolitions 279016775 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:36:52 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016775/torosyan-comments-on-stepanakert-church-demolitions PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia's Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan stated during a panel at the World Policy Conference that the TRIPP initiative carries far broader significance than merely connecting Azerbaijan and Nakhchivan.

"TRIPP is not just a link between mainland Azerbaijan and Nakhichevan; it is a much larger and strategic project aimed at connecting Central Asi]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016487/deputy-fm-says-tripp-is-strategic-project 279016487 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:47:51 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279016487/deputy-fm-says-tripp-is-strategic-project PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia and Azerbaijan ranked among the world's top ten countries with the highest military burden in 2025, according to an April 2026 report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.

According to the analysis, military expenditure as a share of GDP in both countries significantly exceeded the global average of 2.5% in 2025. Azerbaijan ran]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279014845/armenia-azerbaijan-among-top-military-burden-states 279014845 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:18:39 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279014845/armenia-azerbaijan-among-top-military-burden-states On April 22, courts in Kazakhstan delivered guilty verdicts in two unrelated criminal cases. Though the cases are distinct, they share commonalities: both defendants are outspoken advocates for the rights of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) people in Kazakhstan and how the authorities handled each case raises concerns that homophobia and retaliation were factors in the defendants' treatment and prosecutio]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279013862/homophobia-taints-criminal-prosecutions-in-kazakhstan 279013862 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:30:00 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279013862/homophobia-taints-criminal-prosecutions-in-kazakhstan This is not peace. It is a tactical pause in a conflict that has not exhausted its logic.

When the tribe stops attacking, it is not always because it has become wiser. Sometimes it has only understood that the next blow may burn the whole forest.

Iran is not an episode. Iran is a Darwinian pressure point. Every ceasefire around it should be read less as peace and more as ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279021436/iran-and-the-global-systems-narrow-throat 279021436 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:12:22 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279021436/iran-and-the-global-systems-narrow-throat ALMATY, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Russia on Thursday launched its new-generation Soyuz-5 medium-class carrier rocket, marking its maiden launch under the framework of flight development tests, state space corporation Roscosmos said.

According to a statement released on Roscosmos' official website, the Soyuz-5 rocket lifted off from Launch Pad 45 at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan at 9 p.m. Moscow time on Thursday ]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024025/russia-launches-new-generation-soyuz-5-carrier-rocket-for-first-time 279024025 Fri, 01 May 2026 14:45:22 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024025/russia-launches-new-generation-soyuz-5-carrier-rocket-for-first-time BEIJING, May 1 (Xinhua) -- As Chinese travelers eagerly plan for the five-day May Day holiday, less crowded niche attractions are offering visitors a more distinctive and immersive experience.

At the dawn of Friday, the first day of the holiday, the serene expanse of the Hunshandake Sandland in northern China was broken by the thunderous roar of off-road engines, marking the start of the crossing the Hunshandake]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024001/china-focus-niche-tourism-steals-spotlight-in-china-bustling-may-day-holiday-travel-season 279024001 Fri, 01 May 2026 14:17:39 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279024001/china-focus-niche-tourism-steals-spotlight-in-china-bustling-may-day-holiday-travel-season BAKU, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Azerbaijan's parliament voted on Friday to suspend all cooperation with the European Parliament, in what Baku described as a response to "anti-Azerbaijani activities" by the bloc's legislature.

The parliament, known as Milli Majlis, passed a resolution halting cooperation across all tracks with the European Parliament and ending its participation in the EU-Azerbaijan Parliamentary Coopera]]> http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279023729/1st-ld-writethru-azerbaijan-parliament-suspends-ties-with-european-parliament-over-anti-azerbaijani-activities 279023729 Fri, 01 May 2026 11:45:26 GMT http://kyrgyzstannews.net/news/279023729/1st-ld-writethru-azerbaijan-parliament-suspends-ties-with-european-parliament-over-anti-azerbaijani-activities BAKU, May 1 (Xinhua) -- Azerbaijan's parliament voted on Friday to suspend all cooperation with the European Parliament, in what Baku described as a response to "anti-Azerbaijani activities" by the bloc's legislature.