Shavkat Mirziyoyev awards compatriot for heroic act in Russia

As previously reported, an Uzbek migrant worker, Khayrullo Ibadullayev, rescued achild who had fallen from the window of a multi-storey residential building in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

13:10 24.02.2026
Husband and wife detained in Tashkent for illegal organ trade

Law enforcement officers in Tashkent have detained a husband and wife suspected of engaging in the illegal trade of human organs and tissues, the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) press service reported.

18:05 19.02.2026
Abdusattorov finishes third at FIDE Freestyle World Championship 2026

The final matches of the FIDE Freestyle World Championship 2026 took place on February 15.

17:05 16.02.2026
Youth exhibition “Chinese Art inUzbekistan” opens in Fergana

A youth art exhibition titled “Chinese Art in Uzbekistan” has opened at the Fergana Regional Museum of History and Culture. 

14:40 11.02.2026
Uzbek national on Interpol wanted list extradited from the UAE

A citizen of Uzbekistan who had been placed on an international wanted list via Interpol has been extradited from the United Arab Emirates to Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported.

18:00 05.02.2026
New videos on al-Farghani,al-Khwarizmi, and Ibn Sina broadcast on Euronews and CNN

New video features dedicated to al-Farghani, al-Khwarizmi, and Ibn Sina have aired on leading international television channels Euronews and CNN. The videos were produced as part of the Echo of Enlightenment film series and feature Academy Award-winning British actor Sir...

13:45 02.02.2026
Uzbekistan demands protection of its citizens’ rights during migration raids in Russia

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Olimjon Abdullaev met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Uzbekistan Alexey Yerkhov, the ministry’s press servicere ported. 

18:30 28.01.2026
Nearly $2 million in unpaid wages recovered for Uzbek migrant workers abroad

The Migration Agency of Uzbekistan recovered a total of $1.9 million in unpaid wages and compensation for Uzbek citizens working abroad in 2025.

17:45 27.01.2026
Uzbekistan considers life imprisonment for sexual crimes against children

Uzbekistan is considering introducing penalties of up to life imprisonment for sexual crimes committed against children under the age of 14. The measure is outlined in the draft State Program aimed at implementing the “Uzbekistan - 2030” Strategy and reform...

17:40 26.01.2026
UAE President awards Uzbekistan’s Ambassador Abdulaziz Akkulov with the “Independence” order

President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan awarded Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to the UAE, Abdulaziz Akkulov, the First Class Order of Independence on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission in the country, Dunyo...

13:25 22.01.2026
Two individuals on the international wanted list extradited from Croatia to Uzbekistan

An Uzbeknational who had been placed on the international wanted list for fraud has been successfully extradited from Zagreb to Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported.

18:30 19.01.2026
Qualifying for the World Cup is a major source of pride for Central Asia — Shomurodov

Uzbekistan national team captain Eldor Shomurodov gave inverview to FIFA’s official website about the country’s historic qualification for the FIFA World Cup.

15:25 15.01.2026
Students’ tuition fees may be covered by employers

A regulation titled “On the Procedure for Organizing Cooperation between Higher Education Institution Students and Customers” was approved by Government Resolution No. 8 dated 9 January 2026, the Huquqiy Axborot Telegram channel reported.

14:45 13.01.2026
Khusanov delivered an unbelievable performance — Guardiola

Manchester City were held to a 1–1 draw at home by Brighton in the 21st round of the English Premier League on Tuesday.

15:30 09.01.2026
29 people granted Uzbek citizenship in Surkhandarya

In line with a presidential decree, 29 individuals in Surkhandarya Region have been granted citizenship of the Republic of Uzbekistan, marking an important step toward their full participation in public life and access to constitutional rights and social protection.

11:50 07.01.2026
President of Uzbekistan receives the Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea

On 17 December, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received a delegation led by Woo Won-shik, Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea, who arrived in Uzbekistan to participate in the third meeting of the...

15:50 18.12.2025
Ten enlightened figures essential to understanding the modern world, as interpreted by Euronews and CNN

As part of the Whispers of Wisdom project, produced by international television networks Euronews and CNN, a series of video features dedicated to ten prominent historical figures from Uzbekistan is set to be broadcast. The project is being implemented by...

14:55 17.12.2025
President of Uzbekistan supports plans to expand cooperation with the International Automobile Federation

On  9 December, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received a delegation led by Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the International Automobile Federation (FIA), who is in the country to attend the FIA General Assembly taking place in...

15:56 12.12.2025
President of Uzbekistan pardons 615 convicted individuals ahead of Constitution Day

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has signed a Decree “On pardoning a group of individuals who are serving sentences, have sincerely repented of their actions, and demonstrated a firm commitment to rehabilitation,” on the eve of the 33rd anniversary of the adoption...

13:45 09.12.2025
Number of Super League players valued at over €1 million rises to eight

On 4 December, Transfermarkt - a portal that tracks footballers’ transfer values - released updated market prices for players competing in the Uzbekistan Super League.

18:25 05.12.2025

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