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US lawmakers urge Trump to convene leaders’ summit with Central Asian countries
Members of the US Congress have sent a letter to President Donald Trump recommending the organization of a summit in the “Central Asia–US” (C5+1) format. The letter highlights that the forum presents a unique opportunity to strengthen cooperation with Central Asia and advance US strategic interests in the region.
POLITICS
Religious scholar Mubasshir Ahmad decides not to appeal court ruling – lawyer
“I believe Mubasshir Ahmad has surrendered to ‘fate’ and no longer wishes to engage in further disputes,” said his lawyer in a comment to Kun.uz. On 8 October, Judge Bobur Rahimov found the scholar guilty on all three charges brought by the investigative authorities and sentenced him to 2.5 years in prison.
SOCIETY
“Don’t fly Wizness class” – Canadian musician releases song about Wizz Air incident involving Uzbek student
Canadian musician Dave Carroll has released a new song dedicated to Suhrob Ubaydullaev, an Uzbek student who was denied boarding by Wizz Air in 2023. The song, titled Don’t fly Wizness class, is accompanied by a music video. Carroll’s previous song once forced major airlines to rethink their approach to customer service. Earlier, Suhrob told Kun.uz how the incident had left him stranded abroad.
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State Tax Committee clarifies turnover tax rules for self-employed taxi drivers
BUSINESS | 15:16
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Uzhydromet warns of avalanche risk in mountain areas of six regions
SOCIETY | 15:08
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Uzbekistan targets 20 percent cut in energy use by 2030
BUSINESS | 15:04
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Uzbekistan U23 to face China in AFC U23 Asian Cup quarterfinals
SPORT | 14:48
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Foreign business presence in Uzbekistan nearly doubles over five years
BUSINESS | 13:54
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Iran’s airspace closure disrupts several flights to and from Uzbekistan
POLITICS | 13:31
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Palestine appoints new ambassador to Uzbekistan
POLITICS | 12:31
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U.S. freezes immigrant visa processing for 75 countries, including Uzbekistan
POLITICS | 11:56
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Traffic deaths remain high across Uzbekistan despite prevention efforts
SOCIETY | 19:10 / 14.01.2026
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Health Ministry defines conditions exempting drivers from seat belt use
SOCIETY | 18:13 / 14.01.2026
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South Korean company to deliver 100 emergency vehicles to Uzbekistan
BUSINESS | 18:11 / 14.01.2026
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Israel killed at least 100 children in Gaza since ceasefire — UNICEF
SOCIETY | 14:37 / 14.01.2026