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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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Tashkent and Ankara expand cooperation across security, economy, and connectivity
POLITICS | 19:46
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Avalanche risk declared in Uzbekistan’s mountainous regions
SOCIETY | 19:23
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Experts warn land sales to foreign-linked entities may put Uzbekistan’s future at risk
SOCIETY | 18:48
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Foreign tourist arrivals to Uzbekistan jump by nearly 47 percent in 2025
TOURISM | 17:23
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National Bank sells Zomin cable car to private investor
SOCIETY | 17:21
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Uzbekistan extends zero import duty on key raw materials until 2027
BUSINESS | 17:00
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Uzbekistan national team drops in FIFA rankings
SPORT | 15:23
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Uzbekneftegaz to increase gasoline supplies on exchange amid methane station restrictions
SOCIETY | 15:22
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Uzbekistan introduces automatic OneID registration for new ID cards
SOCIETY | 14:42
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Your ticket to the 2026 World Cup: How citizens of Uzbekistan can apply for a U.S. tourist visa on their own
POLITICS | 13:50
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UAE President honors Uzbekistan’s ambassador with top state award
POLITICS | 13:25
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Uzbekistan plans to open three new consulates in the United States
POLITICS | 12:59