Kazakhstan
Starting July 1, 2027, Russians and citizens of about 60 other countries will have to submit entry applications 72 hours in advance. The permit will be free of charge.
Following the FP-1 attacks, three of Yandex’s supercomputers stopped working, causing disruptions to services and risks for thousands of companies. Experts predict mounting pressure on Russia’s economy and digital infrastructure.
CSTO exercises involving more than 1,500 military personnel from five countries have begun in Belarus. The troops are practicing peacekeeping operations and countering biological threats.
Lyubov Rozhanska was released after the detention period expired and is returning to Odesa. The Russian Federation accuses her of attempting to kidnap her grandson.
OPEC+ has agreed in principle not to change its November production targets. Due to the war, exports from the Persian Gulf countries have fallen to 60–80% of normal levels.
Spanish law enforcement is investigating Shariy’s ties to Russia’s intelligence services. During the search, they seized gold, a Glock 19, and cryptocurrency.
Lyubov Rozhanska was detained in Astana in connection with a Russian case when she was traveling to Ukraine to pick up her grandson. Lubinets urged that she not be extradited.
Russia and its allies conducted exercises involving the seizure of territories and the creation of a security zone outside the country. 47,000 military personnel took part.
During Putin’s trip to Chelyabinsk Oblast, his motorcade was accompanied by a military helicopter. Earlier, security had been reinforced with electronic warfare systems and anti-aircraft machine guns.
A Ukrainian woman was detained in Astana when she came to pick up her grandson. The embassy asks that she not be extradited and is seeking consular access.
The President of Kazakhstan supported good relations with Putin and called for a freeze in hostilities in Ukraine. Merz confirmed support for Kyiv.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev dismissed Dauren Kosanov and appointed Aidos Myrzakhmetov as defense minister. The decision was made after the deaths of 14 servicemen during the exercises.
Twelve military personnel were killed in Kazakhstan during exercises in the Caspian Sea due to deteriorating weather conditions. Three were rescued, and the search for two others is ongoing.
Trump's family and allies are developing real estate, mining and transportation projects in the Caucasus and Central Asia. A 280-meter-tall Trump Tower is planned in Tbilisi.
Twenty countries and the EU called for coordinating AI standards and oversight. The United States and China did not sign the declaration.
After three rounds of voting, no favorite has emerged in the UN secretary-general election. New contenders mentioned include Nusseibeh, Kaag, Tokayev and Orbán.
Czech archaeologists discovered bottles dating from 1959–1960 at the site of the Steplag in Kazakhstan. This may indicate that the camp continued operating after its closure in 1956.
Finnish Customs is investigating the circumvention of EU sanctions through the shipment of pumps and engines to russia disguised as exports to Kazakhstan and Turkey. Two people are suspected.
Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina will meet in the US Open final on September 13. The winner will receive $5.5 million.
Kazakhstan will not make its debut at the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 because its broadcaster does not meet the requirements for full EBU membership. Khabar remains an associate member.
Starting November 30, 2026, Russians will need a paid electronic permit to enter Kazakhstan. In the absence of the document, deportation is possible.
Law enforcement officers detained seven members of “Khimprom” who recruited drug dealers in Kazakhstan. Two organizers are hiding abroad.
SCO leaders will meet in Kyrgyzstan amid US pressure on Iran. The organization is expected to provide Tehran with political, but not military, support.
In 2025, beer consumption in Georgia rose to a record 141 million liters, while imports accounted for 16% of the market. Producers' revenue reached 636 million lari.
Flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 359 people, while more than 1,400 are missing. They include citizens of more than 30 countries.
Brent fell to $89. 10, while WTI fell to $82.08 per barrel. Traders see economic pressure as less of a threat to supplies than escalation.
A methanol processing unit exploded at the Amur Gas Chemical Complex, starting a fire covering an area of 2,000 m². 133 people were injured.
Oil sludge caught fire in a settling basin at the Atyrau Refinery; there were no casualties. The fire was completely extinguished, and the plant is operating normally.
Seven parties are competing for 145 seats in Kazakhstan's new parliament. The elections have become a stage in Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's constitutional reforms.
CPC Head Andrii Kovalenko said that people are being detained in Russia and forced to sign contracts. Russians are leaving en masse for neighboring countries.