The incident occurred at around 9:00 p.m. in one of the city’s apartment buildings.At the time, Private Armat Abylgaliyev, a serviceman of Military Unit 5517 of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, was at home. After hearing cries for help in the stairwell, he immediately left his apartment.On the landing, the serviceman encountered a frightened child who told him that a fire had broken out in an apartment on the fifth floor and that his two younger brothers were still inside.Without wasting any time, the National Guard serviceman rushed to the fifth floor. Despite the heavy smoke, he entered the apartment, found the children inside, and carried them out of the danger zone.After rescuing the children, the serviceman reported the incident to the Department of Emergency Situations and called on the neighbors for assistance. Before firefighters arrived, the residents took measures to prevent the fire from spreading. The arriving fire crews subsequently extinguished the blaze.Thanks to the timely and decisive actions of the National Guard serviceman, the lives of two children were saved. Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1280753?lang=ru

The officer corps of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan has been reinforced by six graduates of the Gendarmerie and Coast Guard Academy of the Republic of Türkiye. Having successfully completed their studies, the young officers have been assigned to Military Unit 5573 in the capital, where they will apply the knowledge and professional skills gained abroad.Among the graduates is Senior Lieutenant Aslan Knyazbayev, who graduated from the Academy with honors. In a formal ceremony, his diploma was personally presented to him by the President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.Following the graduates’ arrival in Kazakhstan, a meeting was held with them at the Main Command of the National Guard. Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the National Guard Major General Bekaidar Kazkeyev congratulated the officers on the successful completion of their studies. He wished the young commanders success, resilience, confidence in decision-making, and a достойное continuation of their service in the ranks of the National Guard.After completing their induction training at Military Unit 5573, the young officers will take command of platoons. They will be tasked with maintaining public order and ensuring the safety of residents and guests of the capital.The training of Kazakh servicemen at military educational institutions in Türkiye is carried out within the framework of bilateral cooperation. Since 2014, National Guard cadets have studied at the Land Forces Institute, while since 2017, they have also received training at the Gendarmerie and Coast Guard Academy.Over the years of cooperation, Turkish military educational institutions have trained 56 National Guard officers. The knowledge and practical experience gained by the graduates are applied in the performance of their service and operational duties, contributing to public safety and the maintenance of law and order. Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1280749?lang=ru

Muscat, August 26, 2026 –Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Isagaliyev, paid a working visit to the Sultanate of Oman.During his visit, A. Isagaliyev met with Khalifa Al-Harthy, First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman.During the meeting, the sides discussed the current state and future prospects of Kazakhstan-Oman relations, pressing issues on the regional and international agenda, as well as cooperation within multilateral organizations.More attention was paid to further strengthening ties and organizing visits at the high and highest levels. The sides also agreed on the dates for the second round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Sultanate of Oman, which will take place in Astana.Taking this opportunity, Al-Harthy warmly congratulated Kazakhstan on the successful holding of the country’s first-ever elections to the unicameral Kurultai.Confidence has been expressed that the new Parliament will play a key role in further advancing consistent reforms in Kazakhstan, will provide effective legislative support for large-scale transformations, and will give new impetus to the country’s sustainable development under the leadership of Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As part of the working visit, A. Isagaliyev also met with Mulham Al-Jarf, First Deputy Chairman of the Oman Investment Authority.The sides discussed the current state and future prospects of investment cooperation between the two countries, including the implementation of joint projects and the expansion of cooperation between the business communities of Kazakhstan and Oman.At the conclusion of the meetings, the sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening political dialogue and expanding mutually beneficial cooperation between Kazakhstan and Oman.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-muscat/press/news/details/1280716?lang=ru

Jeddah, August 26, 2026 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, Madiyar Menilbekov, participated in a meeting of senior officials held at the headquarters of the OIC General Secretariat as part of preparations for the 23rd Extraordinary Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers.The primary focus of the discussion was the consideration of draft resolutions under the standing agenda item on Palestine and Al-Quds Ash-Sharif. During the proceedings, diplomats centered their attention on issues of international support, stabilizing the situation, and ensuring the rights of the Palestinian people based on international law and relevant UN resolutions.Following the meeting, officials approved the draft report and the work program for the upcoming ministerial session. In addition to the key issue of Palestine, the agenda for the CFM meeting also includes an item on the election of the Secretary-General of the OIC.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-riyadh/press/news/details/1280722?lang=ru

Belgrade, August 26, 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan Bolat Imanbayev held a meeting with Serbia’s Minister for Gender Equality Tamara Mаcura.During the meeting, the Kazakh diplomat briefed the Serbian side on the elections to the Kurultai, as well as on the large-scale constitutional and political reforms being implemented in Kazakhstan.T. Macura highly commended Kazakhstan’s state policy aimed at providing comprehensive support to women and strengthening the institution of the family. In turn, she presented Serbia’s experience in expanding women’s economic and political rights and opportunities.The sides emphasized the importance of exchanging experience in the field of protecting the rights of women and children and expressed their interest in further developing and strengthening bilateral cooperation in this area.The Serbian Minister extended an invitation to the Kazakh side to participate in the Belgrade Women’s Conference: Rise 2026, an international women’s conference to be held on October 7, 2026, in Belgrade.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-belgrad/press/news/details/1280714?lang=ru