The Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Uzbekistan have agreed to resume political dialogue. The parties plan to deepen cooperation in mutually important areas.
Political expert Oleh Posternak refuted the CPC's position in the case of top NABU official Ruslan Magamedrasulov, pointing to numerous pieces of evidence of cannabis sales to Dagestan.
The 80th session of the UN General Assembly has begun in New York and will last until September 29. It will bring together about a hundred presidents and over 40 prime ministers to discuss global challenges and strengthen international cooperation.
An international criminal organization has been exposed in Ukraine that, under the guise of "legal assistance," defrauded over 4,500 citizens of Europe and Central Asia. The damages caused exceed UAH 186 million, and nine participants have been notified of suspicion.
The criminals, including citizens of China, Uzbekistan, and Ukraine, involved socially vulnerable individuals, using them in forced labor.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that the final declaration of the SCO summit does not mention Russian aggression against Ukraine, unlike other conflicts. This indicates the failure of Moscow's diplomatic efforts, according to the ministry.
Migrants from Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan in Russia face discrimination, violence, and forced conscription into the Russian army. After the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall, pressure on foreigners increased, despite the labor shortage in the country.
China accused the US of "threatening world peace" ahead of the SCO summit, to which Washington was not invited. Putin, Modi, and Erdogan are expected at the meeting.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed with Putin the latest developments regarding Ukraine and reaffirmed commitment to deepening strategic partnership. Modi expects to meet Putin in India later this year.
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry called reports of Pakistanis' participation in the war in Ukraine baseless. The government will discuss this issue with the Ukrainian authorities and request clarification.
President Zelenskyy recorded the participation of mercenaries from China, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and African countries in the battles in the Vovchansk direction. The information was provided by commanders during the President's visit.
President Zelenskyy met with soldiers of the 57th brigade in the Vovchansk direction, discussed the situation, and presented awards. The soldiers report the participation of mercenaries from Asia and Africa.
As of July 31, watermelon is the sales leader, followed by plum and nectarine. Melon prices are rising, while apples and grapes are getting cheaper.
On the territory of the Volgograd region of the Russian Federation, on August 2, 2025, explosions disabled the main gas pipeline "Central Asia - Center". Gas transportation has been stopped indefinitely, which affects the facilities of the Russian military-industrial complex.
The SBU refutes political motives for the detention of NABU employee Ruslan Magamedrasulov, suspected of aiding Russia. He was arrested for selling technical hemp to Dagestan, not for documenting the businessman.
More than 500 foreigners from 28 countries have died at the front in Russia's war against Ukraine. Among them, the majority are citizens of Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, many of whom ended up at the front from Russian penal colonies.
BRICS countries reacted to Donald Trump's threats to impose 10% tariffs on countries that join "anti-American policies. " South Africa and China deny anti-American sentiments, and Malaysia joins BRICS, emphasizing an independent foreign policy.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed three decrees, synchronizing EU sanctions against Russia and implementing packages of restrictions against Iran. The sanctions apply to individuals and legal entities from various countries, including the Russian Federation, Belarus, and Iran.
Ihor Dyshuk won a bronze medal at the Artistic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup in Tashkent. This is his debut at such a high-level competition, where he scored 13.400 points in the pommel horse exercise.
Russia forcibly recruits Central Asian citizens, using promises of easy money and short-term contracts, to send them to the most dangerous sections of the front. Most of these "volunteers" die, and those who survive face criminal prosecution in their homeland.
An Uzbek citizen received 4 years of restricted freedom for mercenary activities. He fought on the side of the Russian Federation, suffered an eye injury, and returned home, where he was convicted.
The Mejlis stated that the participation of representatives of the occupying authorities of Crimea in events in Uzbekistan will be regarded as recognition of the annexation. The Mejlis called on the Uzbek authorities not to allow their presence.
AFU fighters captured a citizen of Uzbekistan in the Lyman direction. He said that he fought for Russian citizenship and 2 million rubles.
The President of Ukraine signed a decree on sanctions against a number of individuals and companies, including those related to military technologies and citizens of Russia. The sanctions include trade restrictions and other prohibitions.
Russia has forgiven the countries participating in the parade a total of $50 billion in debt and provided preferential loans worth $20 billion. The Kremlin is trying to create an illusion of geopolitical greatness.
The European Commission has sent the draft 17th package of sanctions against Russia to EU countries. It includes restrictions on the export of chemical substances and pressure on the shadow fleet.
Pyongyang will not send its troops to participate in the victory parade in Moscow. According to the aide to the President of the Russian Federation, North Korea will be represented at the level of ambassador.
A foreigner has been sentenced to life imprisonment for 11 murders from 2018 to 2024. He killed homeless people and a flower seller in Kyiv, hoping to mitigate the sentence with details.
The seizure of NAAS lands threatens the destruction of agricultural breeding in Ukraine. This can lead to the loss of many years of scientific work and the need to buy expensive technologies abroad.
Asian cybercrime syndicates are expanding their operations to Africa and South America, according to a UN report. This is happening because operations are being moved to avoid crackdowns in Southeast Asia.
