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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 to introduce new system simplifying business registration
POLITICS | 13:58
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Criminal case against “Credit House” sent to court as fraud charges mount
SOCIETY | 13:25
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Kamilov: Regional unity strengthens as Azerbaijan becomes permanent CA summit member
POLITICS | 12:58
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SSS detains three suspects in illegal gold sale attempt in Samarkand
SOCIETY | 12:07
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President Mirziyoyev proposes new strategic framework for regional cooperation at Central Asia summit
POLITICS | 12:03
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Air quality in Tashkent deteriorates; conditions expected to persist for several days
SOCIETY | 10:38
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Uzbekistan edge Croatia on penalties to reach U-17 World Cup last 16
SPORT | 23:22 / 15.11.2025
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Mirziyoyev, Aliyev discuss strengthening practical cooperation between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan
POLITICS | 21:40 / 15.11.2025
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev holds talks with Kyrgyz and Tajik leaders ahead of Central Asia summit
POLITICS | 18:13 / 15.11.2025
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Number of joint ventures and foreign-owned firms in Uzbekistan nearly doubles over five years
BUSINESS | 17:09 / 15.11.2025
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Presidents of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan sign key bilateral agreements
POLITICS | 16:49 / 15.11.2025
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SSS detains public officials in three regions for bribery
SOCIETY | 15:51 / 15.11.2025