Trump Says Talks With Hamas in Egypt Could End Gaza War and Free Hostages
The focus is on securing the release of 48 remaining hostages
Safety & Security
Trump Orders Israel to Halt Gaza Bombing After Hamas Agrees to Hostage Deal
Netanyahu’s office said Israel would continue to cooperate with Trump
Israel Condemned After Detaining Greta Thunberg and 450 Activists from Gaza Aid Flotilla
More than 450 volunteers were detained
Regional Workshop in Tashkent Advances Biological Weapons Convention in Central Asia
The workshop aimed to expand understanding of the Convention
Four Dead and Eight Injured in Armed Assault on Michigan Church
Sanford served as a Marine between 2004 and 2008
Uzbekistan Emerges as Central Asia’s New Cultural Capital
With its Silk Road heritage and a wave of major art events, Uzbekistan is set to become one of the world’s most exciting destinations for culture and travel in 2025
Dallas ICE Shooting Linked to Anti-ICE Motive Amid Rising US Political Violence
President Trump condemned the Dallas shooting
Saudi Arabia and Nuclear-Armed Pakistan Seal Defence Agreement
The agreement reflects mounting unease among Gulf Arab states
Israel Intensifies Gaza Offensive Amid Civilian Exodus and Genocide Allegations
Overnight bombardments killed at least 40 people
UN Commission Says Israel Committed Genocide in Gaza
“Genocide is occurring in Gaza,” said Navi Pillay
Criminal Case Opened After Attack on Uzbek Migrants in Vladivostok
Investigators identified the attackers as three 15-year-olds
Uzbekistan Among 142 Nations Backing UN Declaration on Palestinian Statehood
Ten states opposed the declaration
Israel Airstrike in Qatar Targets Hamas Leaders, Triggers Global Condemnation
One member of Qatar’s internal security forces was killed
Uzbek Special Forces to Join Endless Brotherhood Drills in Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan's military ranks 60th in the world
Zelenskiy: U.S. Security Pledge is “a Major Step Forward”
“When it comes to security, there's going to be a lot of help,” Trump told reporters
US 2024 Report Highlights Ongoing Human Rights Issues in Uzbekistan
The Ombudsperson’s Office recorded 147 complaints of torture
22 Industrial Sites Shut Down in Navoi over Environmental Violations
One facility alone is estimated to have caused environmental damage worth over 7 bn UZS.
Uzbekistan Receives Radiation Detection Equipment from US
The handover ceremony involved US Ambassador Jonathan Henick
Trafficking Awareness in Uzbekistan Stays High at 61.3%
61.3% of respondents in 2025 said they were well aware of human trafficking
OpenAI CEO: ChatGPT Conversations Do Not Offer Therapist-Level Confidentiality
He called for urgent legislative attention
U.S. Plans to Reduce Military Presence in Europe by 30%
The Pentagon is reviewing its force posture in light of global priorities
France’s Palestine Recognition Plan Met With Sharp US Response
"I have decided that France will recognise the State of Palestine," Macron wrote
Taliban Vows to Recover Military Aircraft Held in Uzbekistan
Taliban officials have repeatedly called the aircraft national assets and demanded their return
Uzbek and Russian Drone Operators Practice Strikes on Military Equipment During Joint Drills
The manoeuvres are held at the Termez training ground