Azerbaijan Signals New Phase of Cooperation with Central Asia
Experts say Baku’s participation in the C6 format could deepen integration across the Caspian region and strengthen strategic dialogue
Archive for February 2026
Uzbek Tourist Flow to Egypt Surges Amid Growing Travel Demand
Rising flights, easier visas, and interest in historic landmarks and Red Sea resorts drive growing travel between Uzbekistan and Egypt
Ramadan Begins in Saudi Arabia, Several Countries as Pakistan Awaits Moon Sighting
Muslims in several regions start fasting while others await official moon announcements due to varying lunar observations
Hillary Clinton Denies Epstein Links, Accuses Trump Administration of Cover-Up
Former US secretary of state rejects claims tying her and Bill Clinton to Epstein files and calls for full transparency amid renewed political tensions
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Plan to Boost Rail Freight Volumes to 60 Mln Tons
Transport ministers agree on infrastructure upgrades and expanded train traffic to strengthen trade and transit links across Central Asia
Uzbekistan to Launch First National 6U Scientific Satellite by 2028
Tashkent prepares engineering teams and astronaut training while exploring hosting the International Astronautical Congress in Samarkand
US-Iran Nuclear Talks in Geneva End without Breakthrough
Second round of Oman-mediated negotiations closes with no agreement, but Iran signals readiness for prolonged talks while the US seeks wider commitments
Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson Dies Aged 84
Baptist minister and two-time presidential candidate who worked alongside Martin Luther King Jr leaves lasting legacy in civil rights movement
Uzbekistan’s Lazgi Ballet to be Staged at Salzburg’s Großes Festspielhaus
The National Ballet of Uzbekistan brings UNESCO-listed Lazgi dance to Austria, showcasing a blend of folk heritage and contemporary ballet
Unverified Video Claims Mark Ruffalo Went Live after Alleged Threat
Unconfirmed reports about a late-night livestream by actor Mark Ruffalo spark debate online, with no official statement from his team
Australia Refuses Repatriation of Women and Children from Syria’s Al Roj Camp
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese rules out bringing home Australian nationals linked to ISIS after a failed repatriation attempt
Oscar-Winning Actor Robert Duvall Dies aged 95
Most Epstein Files Still Unreleased Despite Transparency Law, Report Says
Channel 4 News says only a fraction of Department of Justice records on Jeffrey Epstein have been made public, despite legal requirements for full disclosure
Seven-Year Attack on Freedom Holding and Timur Turlov Could Cost More Than $20 Mln
Uzbekistan’s Economy in 2025: Ten Insights for Investors from Freedom Broker
Strong growth, lower inflation and record bank profits highlight resilience, but structural challenges remain
Central Asia Banks to Remain Resilient in 2026 Despite Risks, S&P
Strong lending growth and solid profitability expected to support regional banking sector, with rising competition and digital risks ahead
Calls Grow to Investigate Former Royal’s Trade Envoy Role over Epstein Links
Pressure mounts for police review after reports of confidential briefings shared with Jeffrey Epstein
Richard Hammond’s Daughter Unharmed after Formula E Crash
Izzy Hammond unharmed after high-speed impact during influencer event in Saudi Arabia
Hamilton Impresses in Ferrari Debut as F1 Testing Delivers Mixed Signals
Strong Bahrain showing boosts Ferrari hopes while Mercedes pace remains uncertain and rivals assess early form
Ultra-Orthodox Jews Protest Military Draft Near Jerusalem
Haredi demonstrators block roads as tensions rise over mandatory conscription following court ruling
ByteDance to Tighten Controls on AI Video Tool after Hollywood Backlash
TikTok owner pledges stronger protections for Seedance 2.0 following Hollywood backlash over AI-generated characters
UK Faces Compensation Payouts after Court Rules Migrant Phone Seizures Unlawful
Dozens of Channel migrants receive payouts after High Court finds Home Office policy breached privacy rights
Poland Should Consider Nuclear Weapons to Counter Russia, President Says
Karol Nawrocki says Poland should consider joining a “nuclear project” as Europe weighs stronger deterrence strategies
Uzbekistan, Taliban Delegations Discuss Strategic Objectives in Kabul
Delegations discuss research collaboration and future initiatives as Tashkent maintains engagement with Afghanistan’s de facto authorities