Iran closes Strait of Hormuz after striking a vessel – escalation in the Middle East
Iran's IRGC has closed the strategic Strait of Hormuz until further notice. A container ship caught fire near Oman after being struck by a cruise missile.
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UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock reaffirms commitment to One China principle under Resolution 2758
UNGA President Annalena Baerbock reaffirmed commitment to Resolution 2758, confirming the PRC as the sole legitimate representative of China to the UN.
EU member states fail to agree on 21st sanctions package against Russia
EU member states failed to reach a consensus on the 21st sanctions package against Russia. Disputes remain over oil price caps and entry restrictions.
UNICEF's "Generation 2050 in Central Asia" Report Will Be Presented in Brussels
The UNICEF Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia is preparing a large-scale presentation of the "Generation 2050 in Central Asia" report in Brussels. This important international event was the key topic of a meeting between Turkmenistan's Ambassador to Belgium, Sapar Palvanov, and UNICEF Deputy Regional Director, Octavian Bivol
Togrul Yarmamedov Defended His Diploma Thesis with Distinction at the Surikov Institute
On July 10, the Surikov Moscow State Academic Art Institute of the Russian Academy of Arts (RAA) held a graduation defense for sculptor graduates. The examination committee was chaired by Tatyana Kochemasova, Academician and Vice President of the RAA, renowned Russian art historian
A WTO Seminar for Turkmen Civil Servants Is Being Held in Beijing
From July 6 to 20, a specialized seminar for Turkmen civil servants is being held in the People's Republic of China. The main topic of the two-week intensive course is the working mechanisms of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and integration into the global economy
Death toll from earthquakes in Venezuela rises to 4,333
The death toll from two massive earthquakes in Venezuela has reached 4,333. A state of emergency is declared as rescue teams continue operations.
Bumblebees Have Solved an Intelligence Test and Surprised Scientists
It's generally accepted that spontaneous logical thinking is the preserve of creatures with large, complex brains: humans, primates, or, at a pinch, crows. However, a large-scale experiment by biologists from the Finnish Universities of Oulu, Helsinki, and Turku, the results of which were published in the journal Science, has forced the scientific community to reconsider the ambitions of "higher" species
"Ashgabat Mall" is one of the largest and most modern shopping and entertainment destinations (video)
Ashgabat Mall is one of the largest and most modern shopping and entertainment centers in Turkmenistan
Trump says US agrees to continue talks with Iran but declares truce over
Donald Trump says the US-Iran truce is over despite agreeing to continue talks. Tensions rise after US airstrikes on Iranian infrastructure and threats of retaliation.
Turkmenistan's Industrial Performance for the First Half of the Year
The extended meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers demonstrated robust growth not only in macroeconomic indicators but also in specific production sectors. Deputy Prime Ministers from key agencies reported on production results for January–June 2026 and outlined strategic objectives for the second half of the year
Private Sector Lending in Turkmenistan Increased by More than 23%
At an expanded meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan on July 10, Central Bank Chairman Toyly Myalikov presented a report on the performance of the country's banking institutions for the first half of 2026
France crushed Morocco 2:0 and reach World Cup semi-finals – celebrations erupt in Paris
Goals from Mbappe and Dembele seal France's 2-0 win over Morocco. Les Bleus eye an unprecedented third consecutive World Cup final as Paris celebrates.
A Commemorative Medal Has Been Established for Participants in the Military Parade Dedicated to the 35th Anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed the Law of Turkmenistan establishing the commemorative medal "Participant in the Military Parade Dedicated to the 35th Anniversary of Turkmenistan's Independence"
The President Replaced the Minister of Culture and the Head of Turkmengeology, and Made Personnel Changes in the Velayats
During the Cabinet of Ministers meeting held on Friday, July 10, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a number of decrees and documents regulating personnel changes in government agencies, state departments, regional administrations, and the media
