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France investigates Assad for atrocities in Syria war

Using a dossier of photos allegedly taken during the first two years of the ongoing Syrian war, authorities in France have said they will investigate Syrian President Bashar al-Assad for crimes against humanity. September 30 2015, 17:28 2 853 views

Kazakhstan News

​National Bank denies information on Kelimbetov's resignation

Press service of National Bank of Kazakhstan doesn't confirm information on Kairat Kelimbetov's resignation from the post of the chairman of National Bank. September 30 2015, 16:54 2 874 views

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Iran's leader demands Muslim world probe haj deaths

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani used a major United Nations speech on Saturday to demand an investigation into a crush that killed over 700 people at the haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. September 30 2015, 15:32 2 715 views

Kazakhstan News

​Kelimbetov leaves the post of head of the National Bank

Kairat Kelimbetov will leave the post of head of the National Bank of Kazakhstan, said an informed source in Astana. September 30 2015, 15:13 2 873 views

Kazakhstan News

Eni, KazMunayGaz to explore Caspian Sea

Italian energy company Eni and Kazakhstan's state-owned KazMunayGaz have entered into a 50-50 joint venture to explore and operate in the Isatay offshore block in the central Asian country's Caspian Sea, Eni reported in a Wednesday press release. September 30 2015, 14:47 3 279 views

Kazakhstan News

​U.S. State Secretary John Kerry expected in Kazakhstan

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is expected to visit Kazakhstan this year, President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev said at a briefing on Wednesday on the results of his working trip to the United States. September 30 2015, 12:20 3 030 views

Culture

​How we are going to celebrate the City Day

According to the tradition Atyrau will celebrate the City Day at the beginning of October. The festive program is very rich and varied: September 30 2015, 11:31 12 240 views

World News

Three killed as clashes over mine projects turns violent in Peru

At least three people have been killed and several others injured in violent clashes between Peru's police forces and the farmers protesting a large copper mining project, which they say may lead to pollution in their lands. September 30 2015, 10:45 2 955 views

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Ukraine leader mocks Russia's call for anti-terrorism coalition

Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko on Tuesday derided Russia's call for the creation of an international antiterrorism coalition, saying the Russians inspire terrorism on their own doorstep and back bellicose puppet governments. September 30 2015, 10:40 2 556 views

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U.S. judge dismisses Sept. 11 victims' case against Saudi Arabia

A U.S. judge on Tuesday dismissed claims against Saudi Arabia by families of victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, who accused the country of providing material support to al Qaeda. September 30 2015, 10:32 2 612 views

Kazakhstan News

N.Nazarbayev met with B.Obama in New York

President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev has held a meeting with President of the United States Barack Obama, the press service of Akorda reported. September 30 2015, 10:27 4 007 views

Kazakhstan News

Irtysh River to be used for salvation of dying Aral Sea

Kazakhstan Ministry of Energy suggests using the Irtysh River to save the Aral Sea, one of the worst environmental disasters partly located in Kazakhstan. September 29 2015, 18:11 4 161 views

World News

US starts bombing Kunduz area after Taliban captures the city

US warplanes hit Taliban positions near the city of Kunduz, captured the day before by Taliban forces. Afghan government troops have launched a counterattack to retake the city. September 29 2015, 17:44 3 008 views

Culture

​550th anniversary of Kazakh khanate celebrated in Saraishyk

Celebration dedicated to the 550th anniversary of formation of the Kazakh khanate was held in Saraishyk village on the square next to the Mausoleum built in honour of seven khans that were buried here. State and public figures, scientists-turcologists from Russia, China, India and other countries, cultural figures and men of arts, foreign guests participated at the event. September 29 2015, 16:48 9 701 views

World News

Trump wants to lower taxes, except for very rich

Leading Republican White House hopeful Donald Trump said Monday he would eliminate taxes for millions of lower-income Americans, reduce middle class tax burdens and end beneficial deductions for the wealthy, AFP reports September 29 2015, 15:38 2 764 views

Kazakhstan News

​Kashagan will continue to develop - Ministry of Energy

Kazakhstan will continue to develop oil deposit Kashagan, First Deputy Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan Uzakbai Karabalin informed at the press conference held within the KAZENERGY Eurasian Forum. September 29 2015, 15:34 2 693 views

Economy

​KMG EP appoints new Chief Executive Officer

JSC "KMG EP" ("KMG EP" or the "Company") announces that Kurmangazy Iskaziev has been appointed General Director (CEO) of KMG EP by the Board of Directors. September 29 2015, 11:00 6 125 views

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Obama, Putin discuss Syria; essential difference over Assad remains

Russia and the United States agreed on Monday to look for a diplomatic end to the Syrian civil war but clashed over the central question of whether Syrian President Bashar al-Assad should retain power. September 29 2015, 10:31 2 685 views

Kazakhstan News

​Kazakhstan Wants to Move the UN to Asia

President Nazarbayev wants the UN to know he's full of ideas for modernizing the body. September 29 2015, 10:00 3 222 views

Kazakhstan News

​New chairman of National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan appointed

New President of the National Olympic Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan was elected during the 17th Congress of NOC. September 28 2015, 12:22 2 421 views

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Spain: Catalonia separatist coalition wins regional elections

Catalonia's pro-independence leader Artur Mas and his allies have won state elections. But the coalition has not won absolute majority, suggesting that many voters do not favor secession from Spain. September 28 2015, 12:14 2 703 views

Kazakhstan News

​KMG EP appoints new Chief Executive Officer

JSC "KMG EP" ("KMG EP" or the "Company") announces that Kurmangazy Iskaziev has been appointed General Director (CEO) of KMG EP by the Board of Directors. Mr Iskaziev previously held the position of CEO of JSC Embamunaigas (EMG), one of the core production assets of KMG EP. September 28 2015, 12:10 3 014 views

Economy

Worley Parsons downsizing its personnel

The editorial office has received the letter from employees of Worley Parsons Kazakhstan -oilfield services company, where they informed about downsizing of local staff. September 28 2015, 10:54 8 058 views

World News

Russia seizes initiative in Syria crisis; France bombs Islamic State

Russia appeared to seize the initiative in international efforts to end the conflict in Syria on Sunday as Washington scrambled to devise a new strategy for the war-ravaged country and France sent warplanes to bomb Islamic State targets. September 28 2015, 10:12 3 031 views

Kazakhstan News

​N. Nazarbayev met with heads of American companies with total amount of assets making USD 10 trln

President of Kazakhstan met with heads of American companies with the total amount of assets making USD 10 trln, Presidential Aide Dauren Abayev informed. September 28 2015, 10:00 2 932 views