July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan resumes aviation fuel supplies via Georgia after 8-year hiatus
Batumi Oil Terminal resumed aviation kerosene transshipment to Kazakhstan after an 8-year hiatus. The first 10,000-ton batch was delivered via the Black Sea.
July 16, 2026
Meteorologists explain the causes of abnormal heatwave in Kazakhstan
Kazhydromet explains the causes of Kazakhstan's abnormal heatwave, with temperatures reaching +46°C, citing a combination of global warming and an anticyclone. Forecast for July 2026 included.
July 16, 2026
International Arbitration Bars Kazakhstan from Collecting $4.9 Billion Fine from Kashagan Operator
An international arbitration tribunal temporarily blocked Kazakhstan from enforcing a 2.3 trillion tenge environmental fine against Kashagan operator NCOC.
July 16, 2026
Mobile Internet Speed Drops Sharply in Kazakhstan, Global Ranking Slips
Kazakhstan's mobile internet speed dropped 12.1% in early 2026, sliding from 50th to 56th globally. The gap with Central Asian rivals narrows as world average rises.
July 16, 2026
Russia Warns Europe of Real Threat of Massive Nuclear Incident
Russia warns Europe of nuclear incident threat after drone attacks on Zaporizhzhia NPP. Rosatom CEO: chief engineer killed, 13 killed, 48 wounded; IAEA condemns.
July 16, 2026
US to Fully Withdraw Troops from Iraq
The US will fully withdraw all troops from Iraq by September 30. The decision was announced during Iraqi PM Ali az-Zeidi's visit to Washington. Read more at infohub.kz.
July 16, 2026
Iran Targets US Offensive Military Infrastructure, IRGC Spokesman Says
IRGC spokesman Hossein Mohebi said Iran is focused on destroying US offensive military infrastructure, with a second phase to follow. The statement was reported by infohub.kz.
July 16, 2026
Tien Shan brown bear scratches back on tree, caught by camera trap
A Tien Shan brown bear scratching its back on a tree was caught by a camera trap in Zhongar-Alatau National Park. The bear helps spread seeds of the Sievers apple tree, ancestor of cultivated apples.
July 16, 2026
Iran may block new shipping routes
Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatens to close Middle East export corridors, blocking the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which carries Saudi oil and much of global trade.
July 16, 2026
"Vladimir, it's time to stop": Trump says Putin ready for Ukraine deal
President Trump said in Fox News interview Putin is ready for Ukraine deal, urging 'Vladimir, it's time to stop.' He expressed confidence war will end soon.
July 16, 2026
Police in Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Czech Republic Dismantle Two Cyber-Fraud Groups
Police in Kazakhstan, Ukraine, and the Czech Republic dismantled two cyber-fraud groups, arresting 32 suspects and seizing equipment and digital assets worth over $200,000.
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
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
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
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.
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