US President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to Iran through Vice President Jay D. Vance. According to Bloomberg, Trump demands that Tehran either agree to a ceasefire deal or face strikes on strategic targets.

More than half a century after the last lunar mission, humanity is heading back to deep space as NASA launches the crewed Artemis II mission.

On April 1, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received the Secretary-General of UN Tourism, Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, who was visiting our country.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev took part in a tree-planting event as part of the nationwide "Yashil Makon" project and launched the creation of the National Arboretum.

Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan have taken another step toward strengthening their strategic partnership, as their foreign ministers agreed on concrete plans for cooperation in the coming years during talks in Tashkent.

The Space Technology Conference 2026 has opened in Tashkent, bringing together representatives from dozens of countries to discuss the future of the space industry and expand cooperation.

The United States saw a third wave of mass protests under the slogan “No Kings,” with more than eight million people taking to the streets against the policies of Donald Trump’s administration.

A vibrant “Evening of Friendship” concert in Samarkand brought together artists from Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, turning the event into a celebration of cultural unity.

G7 countries have expressed readiness to help secure the Strait of Hormuz — a critical global energy route — but only after the military conflict involving Iran comes to an end.

Iranian forces struck a container ship attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz without official permission. The vessel was reportedly flying the flag of Thailand or Pakistan. Casualties and the extent of the damage are still unclear.

Building a seamless digital ecosystem will drive Uzbekistan’s economic growth. Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov announced at the Digital Qazaqstan 2026 forum plans to strengthen digital infrastructure, accelerate AI adoption, support startups, and invest in human capital.

An expanded meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council has opened in Shymkent, with artificial intelligence emerging as a key topic and a joint statement potentially set for May.

At a meeting with media representatives held at the Kuksaroy residence, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon shared their assessments of the first meeting of the Supreme Interstate Council.

Forbes released its annual ranking of the world’s wealthiest individuals. Leading the list is Elon Musk, whose fortune reached a record $839 billion. Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin hold second and third places. The top 20 includes entrepreneurs from the US, China, India, and Europe, with total billionaire wealth reaching $20.1 trillion.

Uzbekistan and Italy have agreed to employ Uzbek citizens in seasonal agricultural jobs, with contracts ranging from three to nine months.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has rejected a US proposal linking security guarantees to a withdrawal from Donbas, calling it dangerous and unacceptable.

On March 24, the ministers of industry from Uzbekistan and Tajikistan met in Tashkent to discuss joint projects in metallurgy, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and other sectors, as well as preparations for new industrial facilities.

Hungary has suspended gas supplies to Ukraine, linking their resumption to the restoration of Russian oil flows via the Druzhba pipeline.

The Great Silk Road project, planned for implementation in New Tashkent, was presented to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

On March 24, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev inspected the construction of a major sports facility in New Tashkent – ​​a modern football stadium.