Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov and Uzbek Defense Minister Shukhrat Kholmukhamedov signed a plan for the implementation of a program of strategic partnership between the countries in the military sphere for 2026-2030. At the same time, Kholmukhamedov expressed gratitude to his Russian counterpart for the conditions created for the preparation of the Uzbek military contingent that participated in the military parade in Moscow.

The meeting discussed issues of further strengthening Uzbek-Russian allied relations and implementing the agreements reached during Putin's visit to Uzbekistan last year.

Every year, Moscow's Red Square becomes the stage for one of Russia's most celebrated traditions, Victory Day, which celebrates the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. But as tanks roll down the cobblestone streets and military bands play beneath the Kremlin walls, it's safe to say that the event is taking on more geopolitical significance than historical memory. Amid ongoing conflicts and shifting alliances, the presence of Central Asian leaders at this year's event reflects the region's fragile relationship with the Russian Federation. But the question is: Will Vladimir Putin find enough reason to celebrate beneath the pomp and show?

At the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, several heads of state and government officials will travel to Moscow to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Victory in World War II. The presidents of Azerbaijan and Laos, Ilham Aliyev and Thongloun Sisoulith, have announced that they will not participate in the parade. Thus, the Victory Parade is expected to feature 27 heads of state, not 29 as previously reported.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev will pay a working visit to Moscow on May 8-9 at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. According to the program of the visit, the head of state will participate in the ceremonial events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in World War II.

The British government is preparing for a possible Russian military attack and is working on a new plan for actions in a state of war. It is reported that the document is called the "National Defense Plan" and sets out the order of actions that should be taken in the first days of the conflict. In particular, the document describes what measures the government should take if war is declared, how to manage the country in a state of war.

Interest in these products has increased by 26 percent in one year, with more than 362,000 customers purchasing. Demand is driven not by religious beliefs, but by confidence in safe and quality ingredients.

As of January 1, 2025, there are more than 30,000 foreign prisoners in Russian colonies, 69.5% of whom are citizens of Central Asian countries.

In the city of Balashikha, near Moscow, a drunken man beat 11-year-old Egor with derogatory language that many Russians use to describe Central Asians.

Representatives of the United States, Ukraine, and Russia have arrived in Saudi Arabia for talks on resolving the situation in Ukraine. Some media outlets are reporting that the meeting will take place without the participation of the Ukrainian delegation.