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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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Drone attacks disrupt flights between Uzbekistan and Russia
SOCIETY | 16:26
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Environmental breaches prompt temporary shutdowns across Tashkent
SOCIETY | 16:23
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Justice Ministry warns public about phishing emails stealing personal data
SOCIETY | 15:56
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What prevents Uzbek startups from growing into large companies?
BUSINESS | 15:06
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev to visit Turkmenistan
POLITICS | 14:56
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Uzbekistan Airways and Uzbekistan Railways announce discounts for students on domestic routes during winter holidays
SOCIETY | 14:38
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Uzbekistan enhances digital tools to detect corruption risks
POLITICS | 14:35
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First batch of Hyundai Rotem high-speed trains shipped to Uzbekistan
BUSINESS | 14:30
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ACWA Power ramps up footprint in Uzbekistan with multibillion-dollar energy and green hydrogen push – interview
BUSINESS | 12:37
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President of Paraguay to pay an official visit to Uzbekistan
POLITICS | 12:07
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Uzbekistan Airways issues advisory for travelers planning a visit to Georgia
TOURISM | 10:02
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Uzbekistan to expand drone use in agriculture with 50 new UAVs from China
SOCIETY | 20:07 / 10.12.2025