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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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Uzbekistan’s water reserves fall by 6.5 billion cubic meters year on year
POLITICS | 21:01
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Uzbekneftegaz signs five-year lobbying deal with Trump-linked U.S. firm Ballard Partners
BUSINESS | 19:36
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Uzbekistan ranks among world’s fastest-growing tourism destinations
TOURISM | 19:12
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FIFA guarantees Uzbekistan at least $10.5 million at the 2026 World Cup
SPORT | 18:32
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Supreme Court reports sharp toll of drug convictions nationwide
SOCIETY | 16:44
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Uzbekistan Airways warns of possible schedule changes due to snowfall
SOCIETY | 14:50
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Senate approves 2026 state budget
POLITICS | 14:48
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Solward Announces Launch in Uzbekistan and Strategic Alliance in Central Asia
SOCIETY | 11:59
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev departs for Japan
POLITICS | 11:56
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Abdugani Sanginov appointed chairman of Uzbekneftegaz
POLITICS | 11:05
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South Korean consortium finalizes feasibility study for Tashkent–Samarkand rail project
SOCIETY | 10:28
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Uzbekistan holds talks with the European Union on simplifying visa procedures
POLITICS | 10:21