Russia-Ukraine war ripples through Kazakhstan's energy network
The Russia-Ukraine war is increasingly reshaping the Caspian region. From threats to energy infrastructure to renewed diplomatic efforts, countries ac...
Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan are stepping up efforts to expand cooperation across key sectors, with leaders from both countries meeting on the sidelines of the Tashkent International Investment Forum.
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with Turkmenistan’s deputy cabinet chair Nokerguly Ataguliyev on Tuesday to discuss ways to strengthen ties in trade, energy, transport, and water resource management.
Both sides agreed to shape a new agenda aimed at boosting economic integration and regional connectivity. Industrial cooperation and joint projects were high on the list, along with plans for a forum of regions and a series of upcoming business and cultural events.
The talks signal growing momentum in Uzbek-Turkmen relations, which both leaders described as rooted in friendship, being good neighbours, and having a strong strategic partnership.
According to official figures, bilateral trade hit $1.14 billion in 2024, continuing a steady upward trend between the two Central Asian neighbours.
Iran will halt its own attacks as long as the United States maintains its pause on strikes, but Tehran remains sceptical of U.S. intentions, a senior Iranian source told on Sunday.
Ship traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait fell to its lowest level in months on Sunday after Yemen's Houthi movement attacked Saudi oil facilities along the Red Sea coast, while vessel movements through the Strait of Hormuz also remained subdued despite a pause in U.S.-Iran tensions.
A New York school district has put plans to introduce a humanoid robot into classrooms on hold after fierce criticism from teachers, Indigenous community members and state education officials over the use of artificial intelligence in schools.
Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called on Saturday for Russia and Ukraine to freeze the conflict and return to peace talks, saying a negotiated settlement remained possible despite the entrenched positions of both sides.
A known Islamist suspected of driving a minivan into a crowd near a major LGBTQ Pride gathering in Berlin was shot dead during a police operation at an allotment garden complex, broadcaster RBB reported on Sunday.
The Russia-Ukraine war is increasingly reshaping the Caspian region. From threats to energy infrastructure to renewed diplomatic efforts, countries across the region are adapting to the wider consequences of a conflict that continues to disrupt trade, transport and security.
The chief executive of a Turkish defence company has said the United States has approved the export of GE F110 engines for Türkiye’s KAAN fighter jet, although Washington has yet to confirm the move.
Azerbaijan’s Media Development Agency has expressed concern over Iran’s decision to include several foreign media organisations, including Azerbaijan’s state television channel AzTV, on a list of "hostile media organisations".
Kazakhstan has resumed oil exports through the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) after drone attacks disrupted operations at its Black Sea terminal, restoring the route that carries most of the country’s crude exports.
Uzbekistan has pledged to buy 100,000 tonnes of Afghan cotton and expand trade, transport and investment cooperation during a high-level visit to Kabul led by Deputy Prime Minister Jamshid Khojaev on Sunday.
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