Security

Society ноябрь 13, 2026

Kazakhstan’s Aviation Administration warns passengers against carrying unknown packages

Kazakhstan’s Aviation Administration has urged air passengers to reject suspicious offers to carry packages or luggage for others. Passengers should report such approaches to airport police or aviation security staff.

Science & Tech ноябрь 13, 2026

Teracom deal to expand SWEN coverage

Sweden’s Agency for Civil Defence has signed an agreement with Teracom AB for specialised coverage for SWEN. The deal marks another step in establishing the country’s shared network for critical communications services.

Science & Tech ноябрь 13, 2026

IIS TSON 2.0 moved to QazTech

The Government for Citizens state corporation is the first quasi-public sector organization to move its IIS TSON 2.0 information system to the unified QazTech platform. The system is operating normally.

Defense ноябрь 13, 2026

L3Harris demonstrates Asia-Pacific defense network

L3Harris and regional industry partners demonstrated connected defense technologies in the Asia-Pacific region. The network combines intelligence and sensor data to help speed up decision-making.

Incidents ноябрь 12, 2026

Two Ukrainians detained in Poland

Poland’s Internal Security Agency detained two Ukrainian citizens suspected of espionage and sabotage on behalf of Russian intelligence services. A court remanded them in custody for three months.

Incidents ноябрь 12, 2026

Tractor hits mine in Azerbaijan

A tractor hit an anti-tank mine in Azerbaijan’s Khojavend district. The driver sustained injuries of varying severity.

Politics ноябрь 11, 2026

Ukraine security guarantees discussed

Representatives of Ukraine, the United States and European partners discussed efforts to end the war and conditions for lasting peace. They said NATO would remain central to Euro-Atlantic collective defence.

Defense ноябрь 11, 2026

Ukraine discusses threats to energy and bridges

Volodymyr Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of Ukraine’s Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s Staff on November 9. Participants discussed Russian actions targeting energy networks and bridges, as well as the situation at the front.

Politics ноябрь 11, 2026

Kazakhstan FM speaks at Moscow forum

Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Mukhtar Tleuberdi took part in an international collective security forum in Moscow. He stressed the importance of international law, trust and cooperation between states.

Politics ноябрь 9, 2026

UK and Finland call for end to media repression

The UK and Finland called on Russian authorities to end repression of independent media and allow journalists to work freely and safely. Both countries co-chair the Media Freedom Coalition.

World ноябрь 9, 2026

UK pledges continued support for Ukraine

UK Permanent Representative to the UN Sarah MacIntosh said Britain would stand by Ukraine through the winter and for as long as necessary. She described Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure as war crimes.

Politics ноябрь 9, 2026

Toman takes over Czech foreign intelligence

Miroslav Toman has become director of the Czech Office for Foreign Relations and Information (ÚZSI). He succeeds Vladimír Posolda, whose term ended on September 30, 2026.

Society ноябрь 9, 2026

Two emergency facilities open in Almaty Region

Two facilities designed to improve emergency response have opened in Almaty Region. Fire Station No. 1 in Konaev has resumed operations after modernization, and a new Aуыл қорғаны post is now operating in Ili District.

Defense ноябрь 9, 2026

Czechia prepares for border checks

Czechia is testing security forces’ readiness for a possible temporary reintroduction of checks along its border with Slovakia. The drills focus on responding to a potential wave of irregular transit migration.

Politics ноябрь 8, 2026

EU Commission notes Moldova’s progress

The European Commission has confirmed significant progress by Moldova in reforms linked to EU accession. Its report highlights advances in police cooperation, the fight against organised crime and border management.

Defense ноябрь 8, 2026

Visegrad group prepares EU battlegroup

The chiefs of staff of Poland, Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary met in Bratislava to review preparations for the Visegrad EU battlegroup, which is scheduled to become operational in 2028.

Politics ноябрь 8, 2026

Warsaw talks focus on support for Ukraine

Foreign ministers of the Council of the Baltic Sea States met informally in Warsaw on November 6. They discussed support for Ukraine, possible peace talks and responses to Russian hybrid pressure.

Society ноябрь 8, 2026

Mountain safety: what hikers should do

Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations has issued a reminder on mountain safety. It advises hikers to plan their route and tell the 112 service where they are going and when they expect to return.

World ноябрь 8, 2026

Dutch Customs calls for more resources

Dutch Customs needs more capacity and resources to counter threats from criminal networks, Director General Nanette van Schelven said. She raised the issue at a round-table discussion hosted by the Ministry of Justice and Security.

Science & Tech ноябрь 7, 2026

Almaty tests AG Tag rescue device

Almaty is testing AG Tag, a personal SOS device that uses satellite navigation to send a person’s coordinates to rescuers even without mobile coverage. A pilot involving tourists is planned by the end of 2026.