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Aziz Karimov

Aziz Karimov — tafs uz coverage of world. News, key facts and context in English, Uzbek and Russian.

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Aziza Kurbanova and Khushnud Khudayberdiev appointed deputies at the Communications Department of the Presidential Administration

On October 15, presidential press secretary Sherzod Asadov announced a series of personnel appointments at the Presidential Administration of Uzbekistan. Aziza Kurbanova became first deputy head of the Communications Department, and Khushnud Khudayberdiev became deputy head. Previously they worked at the Media Content Preparation Center and the National Information Agency UzA respectively. Akramjon Fozilov was transferred to the post of first deputy to the president's adviser, and Farrukh Omonov was relieved of his post as deputy head of the department.

Aziz Karimov
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Three men detained in Samarkand while attempting to sell 7,400 fake dollars for 44 million soums

Officers of the State Security Service, customs and internal affairs bodies of Uzbekistan detained three residents of the Taylak district in Samarkand who were attempting to sell fake 100-dollar banknotes totaling 7,400 dollars for 44 million soums. According to law enforcement agencies, the banknotes were brought from Turkey. Two of the detainees had previously been convicted. Pre-trial verification activities are underway, and other possible participants in the scheme are being identified.

Aziz Karimov
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Dual Education Introduced at the Center of Islamic Civilization of Uzbekistan in Cooperation with the University of Journalism

The Center of Islamic Civilization and the University of Journalism and Mass Communications of Uzbekistan have launched dual education for students within the working process. The initiative is implemented under the 'enterprise — university — target personnel' principle voiced by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on September 30, 2026. Special attention is given to training journalist-guides and covering the Center's heritage in modern media.

Aziz Karimov
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Piskent district hokim issued a reprimand after conflict with farmers

Tashkent region hokim Zoir Mirzaev issued a reprimand to Piskent district hokim Muzaffar Aripov for violating state civil servants' ethics. The reason was an audio recording in which the hokim, as claimed, insulted farmers and threatened to take away their land for not planting potatoes. Earlier, the Farmers' Council of Uzbekistan had petitioned the prosecutor's office.

Aziz Karimov
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev met with Ilham Aliyev in Baku: trade turnover grew by 30%

During a working visit to Baku, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a meeting with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev. The parties discussed the implementation of the agreements from Aliyev's August state visit to Uzbekistan, noted the 30% growth in mutual trade since the beginning of 2026, and the active phase of projects in geology, energy, transport, tourism and other sectors.

Aziz Karimov
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Uzbekistan launches national program to prevent pressure, violence and discrimination in the workplace

An event was held in Tashkent with about 70 representatives of government agencies, the diplomatic corps and international organizations, dedicated to implementing the national program for protecting workers' rights. Speeches were delivered by Supreme Court Chairwoman Robakhon Makhmudova, adviser to the presidential administration Nozimakhon Davletova, and representatives of UNFPA and the UN.

Aziz Karimov
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President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev concluded his working visit to Baku

Shavkat Mirziyoyev concluded his working visit to Azerbaijan. He met with President Ilham Aliyev, took part on October 15 in the seventh summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia, where he proposed a trust infrastructure concept and an AI initiative, held meetings with the leaders of Qatar, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam, and departed for Tashkent.

Aziz Karimov
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SpaceX throttles Starlink used by Ukrainian military at the front

Advisor to the President of Ukraine Serhiy Beskrestnov and former advisor to the Defense Minister Serhiy Sternenko reported that SpaceX has throttled the speed of Starlink terminals used by Ukrainian military personnel. According to Ukrainska Pravda, the restrictions affected the military version, Starshield, which is essential for drone operators. Beskrestnov said no warning was given about the measures and this led to the failure of a number of missions.

Aziz Karimov
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Uzbekistan Tightens Fines for Early Marriage and Religious Ceremony Without Marriage Registration

On October 14, the President of Uzbekistan signed a law increasing administrative fines for violations of legislation on marriage age and the procedure for concluding marriage. Amendments to Article 47.3 of the Administrative Liability Code took effect on the date of signing. Fines increased for three offenses: actual marital relations with a minor, parents marrying off a minor, and performing a religious marriage ceremony without state registration.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
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Report: Israel has detained more than 2,000 Palestinian children since October 2023

The Palestinian Prisoners' Society published a report stating that since October 2023 Israeli forces have detained more than 2,000 Palestinian children, with at least 350 of them currently held in Israeli prisons. The organization reports torture, starvation and denial of medical care, cites cases of death and severe injury, and also provides data on American teenagers held in prisons.

Aziz Karimov
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Uzbekistan Increases Fines for Begging

The President of Uzbekistan signed a law on October 14 increasing fines for begging and for involving others in it under Article 188−3 of the Administrative Liability Code. The fine for begging was raised from 1−3 to 3−5 BRV, and for involving vulnerable persons — from 5−10 to 10−15 BRV; arrest of up to 15 days is also possible. Liability was introduced in 2019.

Aziz Karimov
2 min read
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Ukrainian military couldn't use Starlink for a day: who is to blame, opinions differ

On October 14, the Ukrainian military reported restrictions in the operation of Starshield — the military version of Starlink needed for communication with high-speed drones. On October 15, Ukraine's Defense Ministry said the system was working again. No one in the US took responsibility: Elon Musk pointed to control by the US government, the Oval Office denies involvement, and Senator Thom Tillis announced a Congressional investigation.

Aziz Karimov
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US Court Orders State Department to Hold DV-2027 Green Card Lottery

A federal court for the Southern District of California granted a lawsuit by the law firm Red Eagle Law and ordered the US State Department to announce registration dates, begin accepting applications for the DV-2027 lottery no later than November 1, and notify selected participants by December 3. Registration had been postponed in November 2025.

Aziz Karimov
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