Uzbekistan

The Embassy of Uzbekistan in Israel has issued emergency recommendations for its citizens amid escalating tensions in the region.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was killed in strikes by the US and Israel. Iran retaliated with strikes on Israel and US military bases in Arab monarchies. Experts Nikita Smagin and Ruslan Suleymanov discussed the resilience of Iran's political system, societal consolidation or protest waves, Reza Pahlavi's role, and instability risks.

Amid recent events in the Middle East, there are no casualties among approximately 600 Uzbek citizens in Qatar, according to the embassy in Doha.

The Hydrometeorological Service of the Republic of Uzbekistan (Uzhydromet) has identified an increase in dust and particulate matter as the primary cause of the sharp deterioration in air quality in Tashkent. Experts noted that this phenomenon is linked to climatic conditions and aridity.

Starting January 1, 2026, Uzbekistan began issuing eco-stickers for vehicles. Tashkent frequently ranks among the most polluted cities, with over 4.7 million vehicles in the country being a primary source of emissions.

Child Food Safety Crisis in Fergana: In February 2026, over 70 children from kindergartens No. 2, 58, and 61 were hospitalized with acute food poisoning linked to meals supplied by "Garden Catering Trade," which obtained contracts without tender. In 2025, 44 food poisoning cases were recorded, including 6 in kindergartens.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that there are no Uzbek citizens among the victims in Iran.

Uzbek judokas performed successfully on the second day of the Grand Slam tournament in Tashkent. The Uzbekistan team secured a total of three medals: one gold, one silver, and one bronze. These results help strengthen Uzbekistan's position in international judo competitions.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan has expressed serious concern over the sharp escalation of the situation in the Middle East and the emergence of a new conflict situation in the broader region.

Ismoil Jahongirov, a prisoner convicted for the attempted assassination of Komil Allamjonov, has died in prison. According to relatives who informed Kun.uz, they were told that Jahongirov committed suicide.

Uzbek Foreign Minister Baxtiyor Saidov held phone conversations with his counterparts from Afghanistan and Pakistan.

Uzbekistan, Tashkent – AN Podrobno.uz. Today, February 28, the semifinal bouts are taking place at the international Strandja tournament in Bulgaria. Sixteen representatives from the Uzbek national team have advanced to this stage of the competition.