Rustam Abduazizov

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Brief.uz author covering events in Uzbekistan and around the world.

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Shavkat Mirziyoyev orders 20% cut in business reporting burden

The National Data Platform is scheduled to launch by July 1, 2027.

3,505

Transport Ministry to reroute 41 Tashkent bus services for half marathon

The temporary operating plan will be in effect from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. on September 6.

4,945

Uzbekneftegaz and SOCAR to assess new fuel station network in Uzbekistan

The companies will identify potential sites, business models and implementation mechanisms for the project.

1,253

Tashkent plans to expand its economy 2.1-fold by 2030

The metro is planned to reach 79 stations, while annual housing completions are targeted at 54,574 apartments.

759

Uzbekistan moves freight permits with Georgia online

The electronic system covers bilateral and transit transport as well as journeys to and from third countries.

3,513

Uzbekistan exported $2.4 billion in goods to Russia in six months

The country’s exports reached $15.9 billion in January–June, with the top 10 markets accounting for 52.8%.

703

Tashkent city administration names four new heads of municipal bodies

The appointments cover the culture department, a power-network branch and an agency reporting to the president.

1,630

Bank cards in circulation in Uzbekistan rise to 75.7 million

The payment-terminal network expanded to 453,500 devices, while ATMs and information kiosks reached 47,000.

878

Tashkent to turn Blue Domes into a public reading space

The complex’s historic appearance will be restored, with readers and residents invited to discuss the project.

1,458

Central Bank: 29% of Uzbek borrowers have multiple loans

Borrowers have an average of 1.7 active loans each.

1,271

Uzbekistan limits EV charger placement in enclosed car parks

The rules also set new requirements for evacuation routes, barriers and runoff treatment.

3,730

Uzbek Interior Ministry discusses cybercrime cooperation with Azerbaijani ambassador

The talks also covered terrorism, extremism, organised crime and drug trafficking.

5,170

Donald Trump’s approval rating falls to a term-low 33%

Sixty-four percent of surveyed Americans disapproved of the US president’s performance.

4,042

Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe sells for record $42.9m

Chassis CSX2300 had been estimated at more than $25 million and became the most expensive American car sold at auction.

967

Shavkat Mirziyoyev orders simpler rules for micro hydropower plants up to 100 kW

Facilities up to 50 kW will be exempt from document review and state construction supervision.

3,197

Competition Committee to check school uniform and stationery prices

Unjustified price increases can be reported through the unified hotline 1159.

1,800

Shavkat Mirziyoyev orders annual IPO preparation for 50 companies

The state will cover half the cost of listing shares and aligning financial reports with international standards.

4,014

Central Bank sets August 19 US dollar rate at 11,820.40 soum

The euro fell to 13,684.48 soum, while the Russian ruble declined to 139.05 soum.

1,552

Uzbekistan to open Poti port logistics centre in 2027

The centre will handle 500,000 tonnes of cargo, while another project will begin at Anaklia port.

5,370

Shavkat Mirziyoyev travels on new Khiva–Urgench road that will cut journey time threefold

The four-lane toll road is designed for more than 30,000 vehicles a day, with payments collected without stopping traffic.

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Shavkat Mirziyoyev allows businesses to buy 2,500 bank properties with no down payment

The UZS 9 trillion portfolio will be sold at a discount with interest-free instalments, while buyers receive a one-year tax exemption.

3,516

Tillo Domor dairy plant in Khorezm plans 100 more jobs

The plant makes more than 70 products and buys milk from over 100 farms and local households.

5,763

Uzbek Central Bank lowers dollar rate to UZS 11,857.35

The euro fell to UZS 13,746.23, while the Russian rouble declined to UZS 139.32.

1,275

Uzbekistan’s Knowledge Assessment Agency accepts applicant appeals until August 24

Appeal reviews begin on August 19, with the date and time of each visit specified in a notice.

2,461

RTINGS finds newer OLED TVs no more resistant to burn-in

At maximum brightness, 2020–2023 models produced results similar to the 2017 LG C7 after 10,500 hours.

713

Flores earthquake kills at least 51 people

About 5,000 people were evacuated as landslides and communications outages hampered rescue work.

2,247

Islam Makhachev beats Ian Machado Garry to retain UFC title

The UFC 330 bout in Philadelphia went the full five rounds and ended in a unanimous decision.

3,636

Two crashes kill five people in Jizzakh region within 24 hours

The crashes occurred in Paxtakor and G‘allaorol districts on 14 and 15 August.

3,429

Cameras to track attendance automatically in Tashkent schools

The pilot has installed 177 of 345 cameras in classrooms for grades 9–11.

960

Uzbekistan’s parks recorded 27 million visits in 2025

Visits rose by 3.2 million, while the number of parks reached 161.

1,574

Shakhtar could play Champions League home games at Stamford Bridge

The plan still requires approval from UEFA and the local council, with a venue decision expected next week.

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Sadyr Japarov plans to seek a second term in 2027

Kyrgyzstan’s next presidential election is scheduled for 27 January 2027.

4,196

South Korea reviews employer-switch penalties for Uzbek shipyard workers

E-9 workers face a $2,000 penalty for each month spent with another employer without written approval.

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Uzbekistan urges regional states to jointly protect the Caspian Sea

Tashkent proposed pooling resources as Central Asia faces faster warming, water shortages and land degradation.

3,666

Manchester City reject Barcelona’s £55m bid for Rodri

City want more than £60 million for the midfielder, with talks continuing.

713

Uzbek cyclists win three medals at Budapest track event

Sergey Rostovtsev won the points race and finished second in the scratch, while Nikita Svetkov earned another gold.

2,706

Uzhydromet forecasts temperatures of up to 42°C in Uzbekistan on August 14

Most regions will remain dry, while brief rain and thunderstorms are possible only in mountainous areas.

5,614

Nikita Tsvetkov wins Budapest GP omnium with 146 points

The Uzbekistan cyclist finished first in the Scratch, Tempo Race and Elimination before scoring 26 points in the Point Race.

2,696

FAA hires more than 2,000 controllers after campaign aimed at gamers

More than 2,000 additional candidates remain in the agency’s hiring pipeline.

710

Uber sells entire Serve Robotics stake after year-long reduction

The companies’ partnership agreement expires in early 2027, and the robotics startup does not plan to renew it.

3,876

Uzbekistan Interior Ministry prevents illegal outflow of UZS29 trillion

The system also helped block 18,838 cards and solve 9,282 cybercrimes.

2,163

Tariff commission raises electricity and gas prices for energy companies

The new rates apply only between companies, while household and business retail prices remain unchanged.

5,938

Uzbekistan rescuers save eight lost in Tashkent region mountains

Seven hikers became lost on Mount Polvonak and another person in the Oq Tosh area. No one was injured.

1,258

WHO estimates 64% of adults in Uzbekistan are overweight

The rate was the highest among the 11 CIS countries represented in the 2024 dataset.

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Road Safety Service warns drivers of rain at Kamchik Pass

Road patrol officers are monitoring traffic safety on the mountain road.

1,103

UzHydromet forecasts temperatures up to 42°C in Uzbekistan on August 12–13

Tashkent will reach 41°C, while winds may strengthen to 13–18 metres per second in some areas.

2,749

Typhoon Dolphin forces China to evacuate more than one million people

About 1,500 flights were cancelled in Shanghai as heavy rain raised the threat of flooding and landslides.

5,636

School supplies in Tashkent will cost parents about 580,000 soum

The estimate excludes school uniforms, shoes and sportswear.

2,074

Uzbekistan’s lower house backs pausing cases for Constitutional Court review

Court rulings could be reconsidered if the law applied in a case is later found unconstitutional.

4,441

Uzbekistan grid operator warns farmers that fires near power lines risk outages

Burning crop residue, blocking access roads and storing fuel are prohibited in protected zones.

1,826

Apple’s first Mac Pro turns 20: what set it apart

The 2006 model completed Apple’s professional-computer transition to Intel and offered up to two Xeon 5160 processors.

5,580

Uzbekistan’s Senate approves law defining Presidential Administration

The legislation sets out the office’s structure, operating procedures and cooperation with state bodies.

4,373

Man detained in Bukhara region over 26 million soum medical university admission promise

He allegedly planned to use forged documents claiming the applicant had completed three years of study in Kazakhstan.

4,107

Shavkat Mirziyoyev invites Donald Trump to visit Uzbekistan

The leaders discussed a three-year economic programme, joint projects and international security.

2,054

UzHydromet forecasts temperatures up to 42°C this weekend

Brief rain, thunderstorms and mudflows are possible in the mountains, while desert areas may see dust storms.

3,648

Statistics Committee: wives were older in 11,040 Uzbekistan marriages

Tashkent ranked first with 1,809 such marriages, followed by the Khorezm and Kashkadarya regions.

1,123

Uzbekneftegaz to launch two compressor stations by end of September

Facilities at the North Berdak and East Berdak fields are intended to help stabilise natural gas production.

2,215

Uzbekistan healthcare services reach UZS 11.3 trillion in six months

The figure rose 16.8%, with Tashkent accounting for nearly half of the nationwide total.

2,289

Uzbek families may receive up to 61.8 million soum for home repairs

The aid is available under set conditions to households affected by fires and natural disasters.

4,948

Uzbekistan’s natural gas output falls 16.4%

Oil, gas condensate and coal production also declined, while electricity generation increased.

5,271

Nearly 350 environmental violations found in Uzbekistan

Most cases involved waste, while illegal tree cutting and damage were also recorded.

2,733

Uzbekistan first-graders to receive 12 types of school supplies

Deliveries to all schools are due by 25 August, including supplies for pupils at non-state institutions.

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Report: Taliban tightens restrictions on Hamid Karzai

Sources say the former president faces limits on domestic travel and meetings held without permission.

5,793

Transfers to Uzbekistan reached $9.284bn in six months

Inflows rose 13% year on year, while the positive balance was about $8 billion.

6,000

Meta leaves renewable electricity initiative RE100

The company did not disclose when or why it left, but said it remains committed to clean electricity for its data centres.

5,870

Illegal dumping fines totalled UZS 316.3 million

Environmental Police filed 48 reports across seven districts in Tashkent and the surrounding region, with inspections set to continue nationwide.

5,000

Uzbekistan allows government securities to back stablecoins

Cash and blocked securities must fully cover the nominal value of tokens in circulation.

2,858

Uzbekistan averages 18 résumés for every vacancy

The average salary offered in the second quarter reached 6.5 million Uzbek soum.

2,523

David Beckham earned about $25m from 2026 World Cup ads

The former England captain appeared in campaigns for at least 11 brands.

5,541

Saab 340B climbs above 9.1 km on hybrid-electric power

The megawatt-class system combines a gas turbine, electric motors and energy storage.

3,629

Bogdan Guskov calls Magomed Ankalaev fight a career-changing opportunity

The Uzbekistan light heavyweight will headline a UFC event for the first time and compete over five rounds.

4,096

Mobileye founder Amnon Shashua to step down as CEO after successor is appointed

The board has started a search for a new chief executive, while Shashua plans to remain a director.

5,532

Iran-linked hackers disrupted industrial controllers in the US

The updated warning covers devices made by Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric and Siemens.

1,644

The State Duma adopted restrictions for those evading punishment abroad

Fourteen temporary measures will take effect from the moment the law is officially published.

5,714

Petition to replay 2026 World Cup final passes 80,000 signatures

The initiative is non-binding, and its author has provided no evidence for allegations that the referee was bribed.

3,830

Sollers S9 cleared for serial production in Russia

Production of the body-on-frame SUV is due to begin at UAZ in September, with five- and seven-seat versions planned.

2,184

Emirates rejects first ten Boeing 777-9 aircraft

The early aircraft would require costly upgrades; the airline expects the current configuration in 2027.

1,841

Intel begins layoffs in data center and AI group

The company did not disclose how many jobs are affected and said customer commitments and product roadmaps should remain intact.

5,908

GCAP engine demonstrator moves toward ground testing

More than 100 sub-scale component tests have been completed, while final design approval is still pending.

2,671

Google Cloud revenue jumps 82% to $24.8 billion

Alphabet posted $119.8 billion in quarterly revenue, while the Gemini app reached 950 million monthly users.

5,945

Teenager drops Meta lawsuit before bellwether trial

The court did not consider the merits; the plaintiff’s settlements with YouTube, TikTok and Snap remain confidential.

6,000

US officials raise prospect of sanctions against Moonshot AI

No action has been decided: Scott Bessent said measures could follow if covert distillation crossed into intellectual-property theft.

1,926

Tesla drops 2026 volume-production pledge for three products

Cybercab is now described as being in production, but the company gave no new timetable for reaching large-scale output.

5,997

Pentagon raises NSSL contract ceiling to $17 billion

Seven agreements gained $11.4 billion in additional capacity, but no funds were obligated with the changes.

5,758

Abdukodir Khusanov agrees Manchester City deal through 2031

The club has prepared an equivalent long-term agreement for winger Jeremy Doku.

2,832

Inter Miami sign Casemiro as MLS reviews the deal

LA Galaxy alleged that their discovery priority to negotiate for the midfielder had been breached.

3,043

Two Uzbekistan boxers to fight in Yerevan on July 23

Shahzod Muzaffarov and Ikboljon Kholdorov will face Armenian opponents at 2:00 and 2:45 p.m. Tashkent time.

4,732

Two Uzbekistan players enter the US Open main draw

Polina Kudermetova is first on the alternate list and could become the country’s third entrant.

5,434

Data centers could use 20% of US electricity

Their capacity could approach 200 GW by 2035, with nearly half devoted to artificial-intelligence workloads.

2,604

OpenAI models accessed Hugging Face infrastructure

The platform advised users to rotate tokens, while possible access to customer data remains under investigation.

1,465

Fans select Messi, Haaland and Mbappé in FIFA Dream XI

The fan-selected line-up contains 11 players from six national teams; individual voting results were not disclosed.

3,287

PRIMA retinal implant receives CE marking in Europe

The system may become available in 30 countries, although clinic onboarding and reimbursement will be decided separately.

6,000

Talon-A completes more than ten hypersonic missions

The autonomous vehicle flies above Mach 5, returns to a conventional runway and can be reused.

5,380

Uzbekistan electricity demand hits record 301.9 million kWh

Six outages in Tashkent on 20–21 July affected a combined 3,060 consumers.

6,000

Shavkat Mirziyoyev sets 9–10% economic growth target

The economy has grown by 8.5% since January, while the government must submit further proposals by 15 August.

3,371

Samsung unveils 4.1mm-thick Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra

The 215-gram foldable has an 8-inch inner display and a 5,000mAh battery.

6,000

monday.com to cut about 20% of workforce in AI restructuring

The company will keep hiring in strategic areas and estimates restructuring charges at $45–55 million.

3,374

Transfermarkt raises Elliot Anderson estimate by €35m

The platform reviewed 99 players and considered transfers and concrete rumours as well as performances.

5,711

Android 17 transfers iPhone passwords and eSIM without an app

The native wireless flow is rolling out to selected Pixel phones, the Galaxy Z Flip8 and Galaxy Z Fold8.

4,938

Tesla gives Grok control of climate and music

The summer update will also add routine-based navigation and parked-only Caraoke scoring.

2,765

Uzbekistan seeks more wagons and $200m for railways

Additional rolling stock is intended to ease wagon shortages, while operational teams will help exporters resolve logistics problems.

2,668

OpenAI plans $750bn in infrastructure spending through 2030

A new $20 billion Georgia campus is due to receive 3.2 GW of capacity in stages from 2028 to 2032.

5,083

Pete Hegseth puts US cost of Iran war at $37.5bn

The estimate includes projections through 30 September, while the Pentagon is seeking about $67 billion to replenish weapons.

3,949

Microsoft considers Kimi K3 for Copilot to save up to $600m

The model could supplement OpenAI and Anthropic systems for selected tasks, but no migration has been announced.

3,605

Substack begins estimating the likelihood of AI use in text

The Pangram tool shows AI, AI-assisted and Human shares but is not treated as proof of authorship.

781

Arcee says Chinese open-weight models are not inherently riskier

The view concerns local deployment without remote access, but does not remove the need for security reviews.

1,088

Two $1bn data-centre projects linked to Google

Each Texas-registered facility is valued at $500 million and covers nearly 92,000 square metres.

2,243

Ten-hectare special-equipment plant planned in Yangihayot

The new site is expected to localise annual production worth $15–18 million.

4,778

Apple may launch Klarna device leasing on 28 July

US terms would run up to 24 months for iPhones and Apple Watches and up to 36 months for Macs and iPads.

1,924

Traffic on Sug‘diyona Street to be restricted for four days

The section between Yangi Sergeli and Jaloyir streets will close from 23 to 26 July.

1,503

37% of ransomware payers received a second demand

Proofpoint surveyed 953 specialists in 12 countries; 54% of affected organisations paid.

2,478

Shavkat Mirziyoyev launches digital projects worth about $965m

The Future Technologies Centre will create more than 5,000 skilled jobs, with nine additional projects expected to add the same number.

4,713

Developer runs RTX 4060 on Windows 11 ARM

The experimental setup has no video output, some games are incompatible and x64 translation cuts performance.

983

Al-Ahli linked with Manu Kone and Marc Casado

Roma reportedly value Kone at €120 million, but the clubs have not confirmed talks or offers.

5,656

MMZ develops engines producing up to 3,500 horsepower

The plant also plans to build and test a 450–600 hp unit in 2026.

6,000

Alexander Lukashenko outlines terms for hiring Uzbek workers

Pay in Belarus would depend on agricultural output, while workers have been promised social guarantees.

6,000

Nurafshan social centre to serve 10,000 people a year

Five institutions have been brought under one roof, while the number of territorial centres is set to triple.

5,439

WhatsApp adds standalone account registration on iPad

The update also expands message and call controls through CarPlay and Android Auto.

5,577

Samsung unveils 201-gram Galaxy Z Fold8

The foldable is 9.7 mm thick when closed and has two 50MP rear cameras and a 4,800mAh battery.

6,000

Private house fire extinguished in Tashkent’s Yangihayot district

Crews arrived within nine minutes; no one was injured, and the cause and damage are being assessed.

2,674

Uzbekistan counts 17,763 libraries and information centres

Their collections hold 89.2 million books and periodicals, with Samarkand region recording the most facilities.

3,188

OpenAI models reached Hugging Face database during cyber test

The systems were seeking benchmark solutions; the companies are investigating the scope of access and tightening safeguards.

2,471

Pratt & Whitney begins ground tests of hybrid propulsion system

The modified Dash 8-100 is expected to fly in 2027, with a target of up to 30% better fuel efficiency.

5,614

Big Sister programme helps girls stay engaged in sport

The project runs at more than 80 sites, and 60% of participants said they enjoyed sport more afterward.

3,709

Roberto De Zerbi says Tottenham transfer work is unfinished

The club have completed six signings, but the coach expects more incoming and outgoing business.

3,316

Nine kilometres of Karasu embankment to be improved for 32bn soum

The first section is open, and the overall project is expected to create 150 jobs.

6,000

Nvidia shows three image-processing modes for DLSS 5

Developers will be able to control the generative layer’s intensity and individual objects.

2,410

Phil Foden extends Manchester City contract to 2030

The four-year deal will keep the academy graduate at City until he is 30.

1,178

Uzbekistan and China to restore degraded land together

Joint projects will cover forests, pastures, seedlings and environmental technologies.

5,498

Turkey extradites three wanted Uzbek citizens

The men face charges involving a sexual offence and two separate fraud cases.

5,632

Shavkat Mirziyoyev orders cuts to business fines and fees

Ministers and industry chiefs must submit proposals to the presidential administration within one week.

2,091

Minnesota United part ways with James Rodriguez

The Colombian made eight appearances in six months, recording no goals and two assists.

5,072

Ferran Torres mural painted over in Barcelona

Messages calling for recognition of Catalan sports teams were left where the artwork had stood.

5,362

Skyworth launches 27.9mm-thick Q9H television in China

The 4K/170Hz model is offered in China in screen sizes ranging from 75 to 100 inches.

6,000

Uzbekistan to import 100,000 cattle and 150,000 sheep and goats

Preferential loans will carry a 10% annual rate and a 10-year term with a four-year grace period.

5,632

Two rescued from ledge of burning apartment building in Antalya

They climbed through a window and waited outside the building for several minutes before evacuation.

5,770

Leopard injures three at shop in Rajasthan

A salesman escaped and locked the animal inside until a rescue team arrived.

4,983

Russia to restrict imports from five Uzbek exporters

The measure takes effect on July 23 after 132 detections of quarantine pests and pathogens this year.

6,000

Woman recovers property from former spouse’s home in Kitab district

Bailiffs handed over furniture, household appliances and other belongings after enforcing a court order.

1,052

Costco shopper buys gaming PC for $1,140

The iBuyPower display unit with a Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RTX 5070 was originally priced at $1,899.99.

5,323

Uzbekistan may require banks to compensate fraud losses

Liability would apply when cybersecurity rules are breached or suspicious transactions are not stopped.

2,776

NASA estimates nuclear Mars mission will cost at least $2.1 billion

The demonstration spacecraft is planned for launch in late 2028 to deliver three research helicopters.

2,713

Tashkent attracts $4.3 billion in six months

The capital launched 249 projects and created nearly 9,800 jobs during the first half of the year.

1,791

US dollar rises to 12,048.84 soum for 23 July

The euro climbed to 13,741.70 soum, while the Russian rouble reached 152.88 soum.

1,690

Pakistan’s new ambassador begins work in Uzbekistan

The two countries plan to expand trade, investment cooperation and links between their regions.

4,048

Construction starts on Tashkent–Samarkand highway

The six-lane road is expected to cut travel time between the cities to 2–2.5 hours.

1,469

Unitree founder predicts humanoid robot breakthrough

Wang Xingxing expects machines to handle tasks in unfamiliar environments within two to three years.

2,407

Lotus unveils lighter Emira 420 Sport

The model gains revised aerodynamics, improved cooling and an estimated £105,000 price.

3,386

Moscow lawmaker proposes ending migrant welfare support

The proposal covers benefits, healthcare and education but has not been adopted as law.

5,813

Tashkent suspect detained while receiving $30,000

The man is suspected of demanding $360,000 to influence Chilanzar residents who opposed a construction project.

4,236

Members of two groups detained near Charvak

Investigators are examining violence and the suspects’ alleged influence over beach operations.

5,667

Shomurodov urges more Uzbek players to move to Europe

The national team captain says overseas experience is important for the development of players and the squad.

5,678

Gravity-1 launches nine satellites from sea platform

Orienspace completed the solid-fuel rocket’s third flight from the East China Sea.

4,045

Uzbekistan’s additional taxes meet 40% of plan

Tax revenue has risen 27% since the start of the year to UZS 130 trillion.

3,625

Glow raises $180m for endpoint cybersecurity

The company was valued at $1.2bn and is building a platform to protect corporate devices from AI-enabled threats.

6,000

New Malaysian ambassador submits credential copies

The sides discussed trade, investment and prospects for new joint projects.

5,840

Uzbekistan explains proposed outbound tourism fund

Tour operators would set aside $50,000 to assist citizens during emergencies abroad.

864

Venezuela confirms three hantavirus deaths

Two health worker deaths remain under investigation; no human-to-human transmission has been found in the country.

4,464

World Bank directs $20 million to Central Asia water projects

Up to six joint cross-border infrastructure initiatives are due to be prepared by 2031.

1,834

Synthesia launches AI avatar training platform

The system scores workplace conversations against company criteria and produces performance analytics.

3,690

Quva district governor receives reprimand

The disciplinary action followed a review of an audio recording from a meeting with farmers.

6,000

Patrol vehicle fatally strikes pedestrian in Samarkand

City prosecutors are conducting a preliminary inquiry into the crash on Shabbod Street.

1,131

Fire breaks out at private home in Tashkent

Fire crews contained the blaze 22 minutes after the call, with no injuries reported.

4,057

Uzbekistan sets uniform laboratory testing rules for roads

Clients may not use a contractor’s laboratory when accepting completed road works.

5,182

Illegal hunting of Siberian ibex detected in Ahangaran

Wildlife damage was assessed at UZS 6.18 million, and the case materials are being prepared for court.

3,295

Alisher Qodirov comments on limits of state support

The politician says assistance should be paired with employment and individual effort.

3,411

MAZ discusses hiring specialists from Uzbekistan

More than 120 Uzbek citizens already work at the plant, earning $800–1,000.

3,817

Bournemouth reject Chelsea’s £64m bid for Alex Scott

The south coast club have told Chelsea they do not intend to sell the 22-year-old midfielder.

3,705

Mykhailo Drapatyi to lead Ukraine’s armed forces

Zelenskyy announced a change of commander-in-chief and a General Staff overhaul. The decisions were due to be formalised on July 22.

6,000

Tashkent misses deadline for 120 bus stops

The contractor is due to complete upgrades across all sites by the end of 2026.

1,046

Tashkent economy grows 13.3% in first half

Foreign investment and loans reached $4.3 billion, 1.5 times the level recorded a year earlier.

5,050

Two workers killed in crash at Muruntau mine

Law enforcement and regulatory agencies are investigating the circumstances and cause of the accident.

684

Uzbekistan establishes national cultural projects operator

The new state body will receive customs relief for major-event equipment until 2030.

1,316

Yeraly Tugzhanov appointed Kazakhstan’s ambassador to Uzbekistan

The appointment was formalised by a decree from Kazakhstan’s president dated July 22.

5,847

Almaz Rahmatullayev takes silver at Denizli tournament

The player scored seven points in nine rounds and received $2,800 in prize money.

3,969

Body recovered from Yuqori Bozsuv canal

The search operation ended in Tashkent’s Yunusabad district in the evening.

1,267

Teenagers suspected of robbing man in Kokand

Two of the suspects were remanded in custody after a police search.

718

Gas temporarily cut in two Tashkent districts

Work is due to finish by 17:00 in Mirzo Ulugbek district and by 19:00 in Yunusabad.

2,344

Anthropic held talks to acquire Physical Intelligence

The discussions took place in the spring, but neither company has announced a deal.

1,421

Uzbekistan plans to import 250,000 livestock

Additional funding will support livestock farming, while 340 cold-storage facilities are due to open by year-end.

685

Japan Airlines joined the development of the JetZero Z4 aircraft

The mixed-wing airliner is designed for approximately 250 passengers.

3,903

Przemyslaw Frankowski called Osimhen one of the best forwards

A former teammate compared the Nigerian to Erling Haaland and Harry Kane.

3,752

Uzbekistan's budget revenues may exceed the plan by 19%

The new forecast assumes revenues in the amount of 439.7 trillion soums by the end of 2026.

1,922

Sourav Ganguly urges Messi not to be judged by the final

The former cricketer believes that one bad match should not define a footballer's legacy.

6,000

Nico Williams gave his championship medal to his mother

The footballer published a photo of his mother with a championship medal after Spain's victory.

2,797

Argentina welcomed to Buenos Aires without Lionel Messi

The captain of the national team after the World Cup final went to Miami and then to Rosario.

801

Gary Neville criticized Argentina for World Cup final

The former defender praised the team's resilience but pointed out their dependence on Lionel Messi.

743

Green bottles hung on a roadside wall in Cornwall

The number of bottles decreases, and the author of the changing composition remains unknown.

1,239

Uzbekistan will attract another $1.3 billion for water supply and sewerage

Additional investments will be used to expand water supply and sewerage networks. They plan to increase water supply coverage to 90 percent.

3,151

Production and supply of drinking water will be divided in Uzbekistan

The country will create a main water supply operator and a new tariff commission. Water losses are planned to be reduced to 25 percent.

4,100

Forbes estimates Elon Musk's net worth below $800 billion after Starship launch canceled

Elon Musk's fortune fell to $792.8 billion after SpaceX's valuation was cut and another Starship test was canceled.

5,442

Mirziyoyev discussed trade and cooperation in nuclear energy with the delegation of Belarus

The President of Uzbekistan received the delegation of Belarus led by Deputy Prime Minister Viktor Karankevich. The parties discussed trade turnover and the construction of nuclear power plants.

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Spain won the 2026 World Cup: main figures of the tournament and Uzbekistan’s debut

Spain won their second World Cup, conceding one goal in the entire tournament. The Uzbekistan national team played at the World Championships for the first time.

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