July 15, 2026
Trump warns Iran: 'Nothing will be left of your country' if attacks continue
Iran struck US military facilities in Kuwait and Bahrain, claiming fourth phase of Operation Nasr-2. Trump warned Iran to stop attacks or face destruction.
July 15, 2026
Farmer Beaten for Cheap Strawberry Sales Transforms His Life
A farmer from Osh who was beaten for selling strawberries cheaply became popular online. With public support, he expanded his business and started charity.
July 15, 2026
Why It's Getting Hotter in Astana: Meteorologists Reveal Alarming Trend
Why Astana is getting hotter: average temperature rises 0.54°C per decade, heat waves more frequent. Kazhydromet forecasts extreme heat up to +45°C in July.
July 15, 2026
Sharp cold snap in northern Kazakhstan: temperatures drop to +25…+30°C
Northern Kazakhstan braces for a sharp cold snap after heatwave: temperatures to fall to +25…+30°C. In the south, heat persists up to +45°C. More at infohub.kz.
July 15, 2026
Astana parks raids target violations, over 700 fined
Astana launches raids in parks; over 700 fined for violations in Botanical Garden. Foreign national arrested. Police and activists inspect public spaces.
July 15, 2026
Kazakh man's murder in Istanbul uncovers organized crime group led by US boss
Murder of a Kazakh citizen in Istanbul leads to major international operation; organized crime group led by a US-based crime boss uncovered; arrests in Kazakhstan, Turkey, and Georgia.
July 15, 2026
Iran says it annulled peace agreement with US
Iran's deputy foreign minister says the 'Islamabad' memorandum with the US is annulled due to violations and resumed hostilities, citing a decisive response from Iranian forces.
July 15, 2026
From Potato Patch to Suburban Home: The Rising Cost of Dachas in Kazakhstan
Dacha market in Kazakhstan evolves: from vegetable patches to suburban homes. Almaty prices tripled since 2020. Analysis across Almaty, Astana, Konayev.
July 15, 2026
The Pursuit of Perfect Sleep Is Robbing You of Rest: Why Eight Hours Is Not a Universal Norm
Why eight hours isn't a universal sleep norm? Orthosomnia, circadian rhythms: tips from Almaz Sharman to stop chasing perfection and sleep well.
July 15, 2026
EEC Tightens Rules for Importing Smartphones and Tablets to Kazakhstan
The Eurasian Economic Commission has tightened rules for importing smartphones and tablets: as of July 14, IMEI codes must be declared for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
July 15, 2026
Confiscated Kaisar Plaza Business Center in Almaty Fails to Sell Again
Confiscated Kaisar Plaza business center in Almaty fails to sell at auction again despite price cut of nearly 14 billion tenge. No bidders. Full story.
July 15, 2026
Iran and US Exchange New Strikes; Tehran Reports 14 Dead
Iran reports 14 dead in new US strikes; IRGC retaliates against bases in Bahrain and Kuwait. Tensions escalate as traffic in the Strait of Hormuz drops sharply.
July 15, 2026
Kazakh man finds old dollars in attic: exchange and reporting rules
A Kazakh man found old dollars in attic. Learn exchange options, commission limits, and legal obligations for reporting the find under Kazakhstan's civil code.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan leads post-Soviet nations in prison population reduction
Kazakhstan ranked 103rd globally but saw the sharpest prison population decline among post-Soviet states, dropping from 184 to 163 per 100,000 in 2025. Full story on infohub.kz
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan Weather: Heat, Storms, and Fire Risk on July 15
Weather forecast for July 15: up to 35°C in Almaty, up to 41°C in Abai and East Kazakhstan regions, thunderstorms, wind, high and extreme fire danger across many regions of Kazakhstan.
July 15, 2026
Eight People, Including Children, Injured in Severe Crash in Northern Kazakhstan
In North Kazakhstan, a crash involving a Mazda and Toyota Estima injured eight people, including six children. Police opened a criminal investigation.
July 15, 2026
Zidane to take over France national team after World Cup semifinal defeat
Zinedine Zidane will become the new head coach of the France national team after their World Cup semifinal defeat to Spain. Didier Deschamps will depart after the third-place match.
July 15, 2026
‘Our position will not change’: Kazakhstan makes law class mandatory after student offenses rise
Kazakhstan makes 'Fundamentals of Law' and 'Fundamentals of the Constitution' mandatory; Education Minister cites rising student offenses since optional change.
July 15, 2026
Kazakh President Receives New Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan
Kazakh President Toqaev received ambassador Skakov, stressing strategic ties. Instructions cover transport, energy, agriculture, digitalization, cultural ties.
July 15, 2026
Dollar plunges after sharp rise in Kazakhstan
The dollar exchange rate in Kazakhstan fell by 7.45 tenge after a sharp rise. Find current quotes on the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange and at exchange offices nationwide.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan Heatwave Continues on July 15, with Storms in North and West
On July 15, Kazakhstan faces intense heat up to 43°C in the south, while northern and western regions experience rain and thunderstorms. Detailed city forecasts.
July 14, 2026
Shymkent heatwave: thermometers near 66°C as residents seek river relief
Shymkent endures extreme heat near 66°C. Health officials urge precautions; forecasters warn of continued heat. Thousands seek relief at Koshkar-Ata river.
July 14, 2026
Soyuz MS-29 launches from Baikonur with international crew
Soyuz MS-29 launched from Baikonur on July 14, 2026, carrying Roscosmos cosmonauts Dubrov and Kikina and NASA astronaut Menon to the ISS for eight months.
July 14, 2026
Akim's Son Involved in Crash; Father Says He Won't Interfere
Son of Arys akim crashes taxi on Astana-Pavlodar highway, leaving 20-year-old passenger without legs. Father vows not to use influence as investigation proceeds.