Hungary has blocked the European Union decision to provide Ukraine with a €90 billion loan aimed at stabilizing the country’s financial system during the ongoing conflict.

No cases of the Nipah virus have been detected in Uzbekistan. Amid reports of the virus spreading in India, national health authorities have strengthened preventive and border control measures, emphasizing that the epidemiological situation remains stable.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has stated that Japan remains committed to concluding a peace treaty with Russia despite what she described as the “difficult state” of bilateral relations.

Uzbekistan’s women’s national cycling team has topped the Asian rankings of the International Cycling Union (UCI), strengthening its position among the continent’s strongest teams and climbing the global list.

Continuing the business program of his visit to Washington D.C., President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received President and Chairman of the Eximbank John Jovanovic and Chief Executive Officer of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Ben Black.

Peru’s National Congress has removed acting President Jose Heri just two months ahead of the general elections. The decision comes amid criminal investigations and political scandals.

In Dushanbe, Uzbekistan’s Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov and Tajik President Emomali Rahmon met to discuss strengthening economic ties and launching new areas of joint projects.

The 41st General Assembly of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD) was held in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. A delegation from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan, led by First Deputy Chairman Davronbek Kurbanov, took part in the meeting.

Zoir Mirzaev, governor of the Tashkent region, has been awarded the Order of Friendship of Peoples of the Republic of Bashkortostan. The award was presented by the head of the Russian region, Radiy Khabirov, for his contribution to strengthening interregional cooperation.

Three years after two devastating earthquakes that struck southern Turkey and northern Syria, the city of Hatay shows signs of recovery.

The Kazakh skater claimed the title with a clean program as top favorites faltered.

Scientists in Uzbekistan have developed an innovative film made from local plants that looks and feels like polyethylene but is completely safe for the environment, breaking down easily in soil and water. This breakthrough could be a major step in reducing plastic waste and promoting a green economy.

Uzbekistan’s Merited Artist Lola Eltoyeva received the international award for “Best Theatre Actress” at the prestigious TURKSOY ceremony in Istanbul, bringing together theatre professionals from across the Turkic world.

On February 11, as part of his visit to the Akhangaran district of the Tashkent region, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed the operations of “Enco Group”, an enterprise specializing in the manufacture of high-voltage cable products.

Starting February 1, Interhouse Lyceum, a private lyceum in Uzbekistan, has begun enrolling new students. The institution offers a modern educational program based on international standards, including advanced language studies, IT courses, sports activities, and interest clubs, along with organized meals and a full school day.

The “Days of Uzbek Culture” festival has opened in Omsk, Russia, offering visitors an immersive experience of Uzbekistan’s rich cultural heritage. The program features traditional Uzbek costumes, embroidery with national patterns, Uzbek dances, music, and tastings of national cuisine.

One of the largest asteroids observed over the past year will make a close approach to Earth this Saturday. Despite its impressive size, the object poses no threat to the planet.

The United Kingdom will increase its troop numbers in Norway from about 1,000 to 2,000 as part of NATO’s “Arctic Guardian” operation amid rising tensions in the Arctic.

An underground drug laboratory organized by a 22-year-old chemistry student and his 18-year-old girlfriend has been dismantled in Tashkent. Authorities say the operation was run from an ordinary rented apartment.

A scandal has erupted at the 2026 Olympics in Italy over the quality of medals: athletes report that ribbons are detaching, and parts of medals break when dropped, overshadowing their victories.