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Man Caught Smuggling 5.2 Billion UZS Worth of Gold Jewelry from Kyrgyzstan into Uzbekistan
An Uzbek citizen has been detained while attempting to smuggle gold jewelry valued at over 5.2 billion UZS (approx. $410,000) into Uzbekistan from Kyrgyzstan, according to a report by the State Security Service.
Uzbekistan
18.07.2025, 10:07

Are the Taliban's actions in Badakhshan part of their foreign policy tactics?
In August 2025, it will be four years since the Taliban came to power in Kabul. The initial focus of the Taliban after coming to power was on establishing centralized authority in the country, halting poppy bean cultivation, and attempting to govern the country based on Sharia law. The new government also aims to improve the socio-economic situation in the country, pursue stable and pragmatic policies with neighboring states, and achieve international recognition.
World
15.07.2025, 10:57

Iran and Afghanistan: A New Wave of Deportations
According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM), more than 256,000 people returned from Iran to Afghanistan in June alone. Moreover, this number is expected to increase further in July. Large-scale deportations could severely damage Afghanistan’s economy and social structure.
Politics
11.07.2025, 12:20

Afghanistan on the Geopolitical Chessboard of the Middle East
Against the backdrop of this dangerous crisis, with the international community’s attention focused on the direct participants in the conflict, Gaza, Libya, and Syria, it is appropriate to turn attention to Afghanistan, which, despite its peripheral position relative to the region, is also becoming involved in these processes. Israel and Iran seek to expand their spheres of influence both ideologically and strategically. In this context, South and Central Asia, including Afghanistan, are becoming key zones of geopolitical rivalry, especially for Iran.
World
01.07.2025, 13:07

The Impact of India’s Nationalist Policy on Domestic Political Stability and Territorial Integrity
In the modern era, nationalist sentiment in India has significantly intensified. In particular, representatives of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which retained power in the April–May 2024 elections, are actively contributing to the further strengthening of this nationalist mood. On one hand, the rise of this nationalist policy is bringing India closer to states that are implementing similar systems — such as the United States, many European countries, and Israel — thereby fostering stronger alliances.
Politics
30.06.2025, 11:38

Embassy Statement: The U.S. and Israel Bear Full Responsibility for All Such Conflicts
On June 13 of this year, Israel launched a military operation called "Rising Lion" against Iran, marking the beginning of escalated tensions between the two nations in the Middle East. The subsequent involvement of the United States further exacerbated the already complex situation.
Politics
25.06.2025, 13:18

Trump Calls for Iran’s Unconditional Surrender – NYT
U.S. President Donald Trump, in social media posts, hinted at the possible killing of Iran’s supreme leader and called for Iran’s "unconditional surrender." This signals that the United States may join the war alongside Israel. The New York Times reported the developments.
World
18.06.2025, 00:53

G7 Fully Supports Israel – Media Reports
On June 16, the Group of Seven (G7) countries jointly announced their full support for Israel and labeled Iran as a source of instability in the Middle East. The G7 leaders also called for de-escalation between the two nations. This was reported by Reuters news agency.
World
17.06.2025, 14:44

In Afghanistan, Abandoned by NATO and the U.S., Uzbekistan Implements a New Strategy
After the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan, NATO and U.S. forces withdrew from the country. Following their departure, Central Asian neighbors, as well as Iran, China, and Russia, began seeking closer engagement with Afghanistan. Uzbekistan’s former ambassador to the U.S. and head of the International Institute for Central Asia in Tashkent, Javlon Vakhabov, described Uzbekistan's rapprochement with Afghanistan as “stability.” This analysis was published by Oilprice.com.
Politics
09.06.2025, 15:47

Eric Meyer, Senior Official of the U.S. Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, to Visit Uzbekista
On June 9–10, Eric Meyer, a senior official from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, will be in Uzbekistan. This was reported by the press service of the U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan.
Politics
09.06.2025, 13:53

Do Human Rights in Uzbekistan No Longer Matter to Europe?
Since the start of the Russia–Ukraine war, several European Union countries have shown a significantly increased interest in Central Asia, particularly Uzbekistan. This shift signals a change in the region’s geopolitical balance as well as a new direction in the EU’s foreign policy strategy.
Politics
05.06.2025, 16:22

World Bank Allocates Another Concessional Loan to Uzbekistan
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a concessional loan of $35 million to improve the use of geospatial data in Uzbekistan.
Economy
21.05.2025, 09:51
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