Tajikistan: Is Crypto Keeping Rogun Dam Project Afloat?

What is the role of gold in Russia’s wartime trade relations?

While Western sanctions have successfully disrupted Russia’s ability to trade in gold, the country holds a considerable influence over the production of gold in Central Asia and Africa.

Amazing architecture: Inside the largest mosque in Central Asia

Astana's Grand Mosque boasts an array of record breaking feats. Euronews Culture takes a tour around this architectural masterpiece.

Heavy Israeli airstrikes hit southern suburbs of Beirut

The World Bank estimates the 13-month Israel-Hezbollah conflict has caused over €8 billion in losses, with €3.2 billion in infrastructure damage and €4.8 billion in economic impact.

Starmer thanks president of World Bank for his support

Sir Keir Starmer meets president of the World Bank Ajay Banga on the fringes of the COP29 climate change summit in Azerbaijan – and thanks him for his support as he launches the CIF Capital Market Mechanism. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Earthquake Strikes Jammu & Kashmir: Tremors Felt Across the Valley, No Immediate Damage Reported

A powerful earthquake of 5.8 magnitude struck Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, with tremors felt across the Valley. The earthquake, which occurred at 4:19 pm, had its epicenter located in the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border region. The quake’s depth was recorded at 165 kilometers. While the tremors caused widespread panic, authorities confirmed that there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property. Kashmir's seismic activity remains a concern, as the region is prone to earthquakes. Experts continue to stress the importance of earthquake-resistant infrastructure in this seismically active area. #JammuAndKashmir #Earthquake #Kashmir #SeismicActivity #KashmirTremors #NaturalDisasters #AfghanistanTajikistanBorder #EarthquakeUpdate #KashmirNews #EarthquakeAlert ~PR.274~ED.103~HT.334~

Kazakhstan's eGov revolution: How digital services are transforming the economy and society

In this episode of East-West Connect, we explore Kazakhstan's groundbreaking digital transformation, focusing on the Digital Kazakhstan programme, e-government services and the introduction of the Neo Nomad Visa for digital professionals.

Meet Kazakhstan’s music innovators: From the timeless Dombra to cutting-edge electronic sounds

In this episode of Modern Nomads, we meet kui-pop pioneer Aktoty Bolshova and electronic music trailblazer Nazira Kassenova in Almaty to find out how they are fusing Kazakh heritage with modern sounds to inspire new global audiences.

Meet Alisher Utev, A Kazakh filmmaker who tells local stories through artistic realism

In this episode of Voices From Central Asia, Kazakh filmmaker Alisher Utev discusses his journey to combine artistic realism with national stories to inspire young creators and promote Kazakh cinema on a global scale.

Putin's Dire Warning from Kazakhstan: Oreshnik Missile Ready with Nuclear-Like Power | Full Speech

In his latest speech from Kazakhstan, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a chilling warning, confirming that Russia's advanced Oreshnik missile is ready for deployment. With nuclear-like destructive power, this hypersonic weapon could target key strategic points, intensifying the ongoing conflict. Putin’s remarks signal a dangerous escalation in the war, as he emphasized the readiness of Russia's military assets. This bold declaration raises concerns about the future of the Ukraine conflict and the broader geopolitical landscape. #Putin #OreshnikMissile #KazakhstanSpeech #NuclearThreat #HypersonicMissile #RussiaUkraine #MilitaryEscalation #GlobalPolitics #WarTensions #PutinWarning #NuclearPower #UkraineConflict ~PR.274~ED.155~HT.95~GR.121~

Discovering Abai Qunanbaiuly: The legacy of Kazakhstan's poet, philosopher and musician

In this episode of Modern Nomads, we explore the enduring legacy of Abai Qunanbaiuly, Kazakhstan's greatest poet, philosopher and cultural figure. From literature to opera, his influence continues to shape Kazakhstan's modern identity.