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Tragic Rescue in Issyk-Kul: Kyrgyz MMA fighter Medet Zheenaliev drowned on May 12 while trying to save underage swimmers in Lake Issyk-Kul near Baktuu-Dolonotu; divers recovered his body the next day and officials confirmed drowning during the rescue attempt. Turkic Summit Push: Turkic leaders kicked off major projects in Turkistan, including the start of the Turkic Civilization Center and new proposals on AI and digital integration, with Uzbekistan urging a “Digital Turkic Corridor” and a cybersecurity alliance. Tourism Rules Tighten: Kyrgyzstan’s Cabinet restricts motorized vehicles in specially protected areas, park/beach zones, and pastures to protect ecosystems; the limits start in 15 days. Health & Infrastructure: The Zhogorku Kenesh speaker visited Bishkek’s National Surgical Center after Kyrgyzstan’s first successful liver transplant, while Issyk-Kul continues cleanup efforts—more than 46 km of illegal fishing nets removed since the start of 2026. Hajj Update: Kyrgyzstan’s 2026 Hajj quota is set at 6,060 pilgrims.

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