July 15, 2026
US Launches New Strikes on Iranian Military Sites
US launches new strikes on Iranian military targets to degrade capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz. 90-minute operation used precision munitions.
July 15, 2026
Chinese Investor's Wife Gets 65 Years for Fraud and Attempted Murder After Nine-Year Hunt
A Chinese investor tracked down his wife for nine years after she tried to kill him and steal his assets. She was arrested in the US and sentenced to 65 years.
July 15, 2026
Updated Zhibek Zholy customs post to open in August
The upgraded Zhibek Zholy customs post on the Kazakhstan-Uzbekistan border is set to open in August, increasing daily capacity to 70,000 passengers and 2,000 vehicles after a reconstruction costing over 11 billion tenge.
July 15, 2026
Europe's population reaches record high of 450.6 million
Europe's population hits record high of 450.6 million, driven by migration. Experts project decline to 398 million by 2100, causing labor shortages and increased strain on healthcare and education.
July 15, 2026
Iran Reports 30 Dead, 260 Wounded After U.S. Strikes
Iran official: 30 civilians dead, 260 wounded after U.S. strikes. 7 soldiers killed. U.S. says Iran attacked 7 vessels. Details on infohub.kz.
July 15, 2026
Kazakhstan to Pilot Chinese Algae-Based Land Restoration Technology
Kazakhstan to test Chinese desert algae biotechnology for land restoration and desertification control, as discussed by ecology minister on Aral Sea bed.
July 15, 2026
Compendium of Best ESG Practices for Central Asia Presented in Astana
Compendium of 13 real-world ESG examples from Central Asia presented in Astana. Event gathered representatives from China, Kazakhstan, and other nations.
July 15, 2026
Dubai seeks alternative to Strait of Hormuz with new port in Fujairah
US-Iran conflict leads Dubai's DP World to plan a Fujairah port bypassing the Strait of Hormuz as Jebel Ali traffic plummets, while regional nations seek routes.
July 15, 2026
Russia's Largest Refinery Complex Halts Processing After Drone Attack
Russia's Gazpromneftekhim Salavat halts processing after drone attack. Damage assessed, recovery may take weeks to months.
July 15, 2026
Only survivor from 242 on board: incredible escape from India plane crash
A plane crash in India left only one survivor out of 242 people on board. 40-year-old Vishwash Kumar Ramesh managed to escape. Full story on infohub.kz.
July 15, 2026
Chechen Activist Movlaev Seeks UN Help as Extradition Arrest Extended
Chechen activist Mansur Movlaev's extradition arrest extended to 20 months. He appealed to UNHCR for refugee resettlement in Kazakhstan. More on infohub.kz.
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
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
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 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
Iran strikes US military bases in Bahrain and Kuwait
Iran launched missile and drone strikes on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait, destroying MQ9 drones and weapons warehouses, the IRGC said. Trump notified Congress.
July 14, 2026
New 'Lord of the Rings' Film Begins Production in New Zealand
Filming has begun in New Zealand for 'The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum,' starring Andy Serkis as director and actor. Release set for late 2027.
July 14, 2026
Turkish Court Orders International Arrest Warrant for Netanyahu on Genocide Charges
A Turkish court ordered an arrest warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on genocide and crimes against humanity charges linked to the 'Sumud' flotilla.
July 14, 2026
Turkey issues international arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu
An Istanbul court issues international arrest warrant via Interpol for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the Gaza aid flotilla interception.
July 14, 2026
Mother-in-law kills daughter-in-law over suspected infidelity in Istanbul
A 58-year-old woman shot her daughter-in-law in Istanbul after suspecting infidelity, in an honor killing that left two children orphaned. Suspect had prior drug conviction.
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