Uzbek payment providers Paynet, Payme, and Click report strong but varied Q1 2026 profit growth, with Paynet leading on a 314% surge boosted by a one-time dividend.
Uzbekistan’s divorce rate in urban areas now reaches one in three marriages, with ongoing demographic shifts affecting market and social dynamics.
The UK has withdrawn accreditation from a Russian diplomat in response to Moscow’s expulsion of a British diplomat accused of espionage, escalating diplomatic tensions.
Israeli naval forces detained several ships from a humanitarian flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, enforcing a longstanding maritime blockade amid regional tensions.
Oil prices surged over 7% as U.S. President Trump threatened a long-term blockade of Iran, raising concerns about supply disruptions through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The US will issue special passports featuring President Trump’s portrait for the 250th independence anniversary, alongside commemorative currency and gold coins.
Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day parade will omit military vehicles for the first time in years due to operational security concerns amid heightened regional tensions.
US acting Chargé d’Affaires Julie Davis plans to leave Kyiv amid reported disagreements with Trump’s reduced support for Ukraine, creating a key diplomatic vacancy during rising regional tensions.
Uzbek banks saw credit portfolios grow by 19.3 trillion UZS in Q1 2026, with non-performing loans rising by 1.8 trillion UZS, mainly in state banks.
King Charles III visits the US amid US-UK tensions over Iran conflict and NATO, meeting former President Trump and addressing Congress in a bid to restore ties.
Israel responds to Ukraine's protest over a Russian ship carrying allegedly stolen grain docking at Haifa port, citing lack of evidence and diplomatic protocol breaches.
Moscow court restricts individuals accused of manipulating Moscow Exchange prices via Telegram channels amid probe into illicit trades exceeding 28 million rubles.