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Valeriy Masalitin, a veteran of Moscow's CSKA club, emphasized that the Russian national team is the main favorite in the friendly match between the Russian and Iranian national teams. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to Valeriy Masalitin, each team has a chance. However, opportunities only end after the referee's final whistle. During the game, either team can win. However, he believes that the Russian national team has the advantage in this match. It should be noted that the match between the Russian and Iranian national teams will take place on October 10 in Volgograd. This official information was announced on Friday of this week. For reference, the Iranian national team is considered one of the strong teams in the Asian Football Confederation. They have already secured a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Therefore, this game will be of significant importance for both teams. The outcome of the match is expected to be interesting for football fans.

Unexpectedly, the German sanitary and epidemiological control service conducted an inspection at the Iduna Park stadium. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. As a result of the inspection, a number of deficiencies were identified in the restaurants located in the stadium area. According to Germany's popular publication Bild, the club will have to urgently spend at least 11 million euros to address these issues. Currently, work to eliminate the deficiencies has begun. The club management hopes to resolve all identified defects by the first home match scheduled for the end of August. In this match, Dortmund's Borussia team will face Union Berlin. It is worth noting that Dortmund's Borussia football club last won the German championship in 2012. Overall, the club has been the national champion eight times in its history. Now, the club faces the task of modernizing and securing the stadium infrastructure, as well as creating a comfortable and clean environment for fans.

Valeriy Masalitin, a former player of Moscow's CSKA and Spartak teams, commented on the news that the Russia national team will hold a friendly match against the Iran national team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to him, in the current situation, the national team does not have the opportunity to choose an opponent. Masalitin: We will play with whoever agrees. In the current circumstances, our national team cannot choose an opponent. Whether it is Iran or Jordan, we need to take the field against any opponent, he said. It is worth noting that this friendly match is scheduled to take place on October 10. In 2023, the Russia national team also faced Iran, and that match was held in Tehran, ending in a 1:1 draw. The Iran national team is a participant in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Iran team has also participated in the last three World Cups. For this reason, this match is of significant importance for both teams. The Russia national team must not miss the opportunity to play against strong opponents on the international stage. Such matches serve to enhance the team's experience.

The Dutch football club "Vitesse" has completely ceased its activities in the world of professional football. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. This decision was made by the Utrecht court. The court found the decision of the Royal Dutch Football Association and the licensing committee to deprive the club of its professional license to be fair. It has been revealed that the "Vitesse" club was deprived of the opportunity to obtain a license due to financial problems. Last season, due to financial difficulties, the team had 39 points deducted, resulting in them finishing last in the country's second-tier football league table. This situation led to the club's inability to continue its professional activities. In previous years, specifically in 2018-2019, the "Vitesse" team was managed by Leonid Slutsky. The club has now been removed from the list of professional football teams and will henceforth remain only as a memory in the history of Dutch football. Officials consider this decision important for the integrity and financial stability of football.

Famous Portuguese footballer Ricardo Quaresma spoke about one of the difficult periods in his sports career. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He stated that he was deeply disappointed after being rejected by Portugal's "Sporting" team. After that, Quaresma was forced to look for a new team and eventually joined another strong club in Portugal – "Porto". In his interview, Quaresma admitted that he does not regret his career, but some events could have turned out differently. According to him, he really wanted to return to "Sporting" and was even ready to accept a lower salary. However, the club closed the door on him. This situation was difficult for the player, but he considers the decision to move to "Porto" one of the best choices in his life. Additionally, Ricardo Quaresma also played for the famous Spanish team "Barcelona" during his career. Thus, he gained a lot of experience by playing in various major clubs and etched his name in the history of international football.

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced a new initiative aimed at ensuring fairness and equal opportunities in the education sector. This was reported by Zamin.uz. From now on, applicants will have the right to choose five universities when applying for higher education institutions. If they are unable to enter any of the five universities they selected, and their scores match an available spot in another university, the rector of that institution may accept them based on a contract. This new system will foster healthy competition between state and private educational institutions. Additionally, the powers of rectors will be expanded, and their responsibilities will be increased. Rectors will be required to defend the annual work plans of their appointed deputies in the university council. The evaluation system currently used at the New Uzbekistan University will now be implemented across all universities. The funding of universities will be based on the scores they accumulate. Scores will be awarded based on employment rates, scientific research, articles, and grants. For example, if Karshi Technical University scores 85 percent, it will receive an additional 20 percent bonus from the state budget, while if it scores less than 56 percent, the funding will be reduced. Universities in social and scientific fields will be evaluated based on special criteria. The president instructed specialists to revise the ranking criteria. In the new system, self-employed graduates will not be considered in employment placements. Additionally, rectors and vice-rectors will undergo special training courses, and the best candidates will be sent to Harvard University for further qualification. Rectors will be given the authority to independently determine the amount of super contracts, freely allocate professors and teachers according to staff needs, and manage their own budgets. Thus, significant reforms have begun in the New Uzbekistan education system, creating new opportunities not only for youth but also for the leaders of educational institutions (source: zamin.uz)

Former Moscow “Dinamo” defender Aleksandr Tochilin shared his thoughts on the results he expects from the “white-blue” head coach Valeriy Karpin. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. It is known that Karpin was appointed head coach of the capital team this summer and signed a three-year contract. According to Tochilin, the fans' hopes are the same – the team will fight for gold medals and will achieve some kind of trophy. Last year, “Dinamo” finished the championship in fifth place. Currently, the team is in tenth place in the tournament table. They have collected four points after three games. Before coming to “Dinamo,” Valeriy Karpin had been the head coach of the “Rostov” team for several years. At the same time, he also managed the Russian national team. Time will show what results the new coach will bring to the team. Fans are expecting higher positions and trophy-winning results from “Dinamo.”

Former Soviet Union and Moscow's "Torpedo" football club goalkeeper Anzor Kavazashvili assessed the likelihood of Ukraine national team defender Ilya Zabarnyi moving to the "PSG" team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. It was previously reported that Zabarnyi is ready to move to the Paris club. However, he stated that this decision would only be made if the Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov leaves the club. According to Anzor Kavazashvili, it is not right for Zabarnyi to demand that the PSG management sell Safonov. He emphasized that it would be difficult for Ilya and Matvey to play together in the same team. Kavazashvili also mentioned that since Safonov's move to France, he has not been able to view this decision positively and advised him to find a new club. Last season, Safonov won four trophies with his team. He participated in 17 matches on the field and conceded 13 goals.

A large-scale anti-terrorism operation was conducted in Moscow by the special services of the Russian Federation and Uzbekistan. This was reported by Zamin.uz. According to the information from the FSB Public Relations Center, nine foreign nationals were detained for recruiting labor migrants for an internationally banned terrorist organization operating in Russia. This operation was carried out within the framework of cooperation between the State Security Service, the Federal Security Service, and the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation. According to investigative authorities, the detained individuals were active members of a cell of the international terrorist organization and were in contact with ideological leaders in the European Union. They attempted to recruit migrants living in Russia into their ranks using various methods. During the operation, law enforcement agencies collected concrete evidence related to recruitment activities. According to reports, they had been actively conducting propaganda work in Moscow until April 2025. The recruiters organized secret meetings, held video conferences via the Telegram messenger, and instilled radical ideas in migrants. Among the detainees, two individuals aged 38 and 39 were charged under part 1 of Article 205.5 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation and were taken into custody. During the search process, propaganda materials of the terrorist organization, communication devices, electronic information carriers, and other documents were confiscated. Officials emphasized that such joint operations will continue in the future, and all necessary measures will be taken to ensure security in the Russian territory.

Famous Portuguese striker Ricardo Quaresma spoke about his inability to adapt to the "Barcelona" club where he played at the beginning of his career. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He stated that he was not given enough playing time. In his interview, Quaresma emphasized that he wanted not only to be a club member but also to play regularly on the field. At that time, the team had famous players like Xavi, Puyol, Luis Enrique, and Ronaldinho. Quaresma recalls that period as a wonderful time like a fairy tale. He could have waited for his turn, but at that time he considered himself ready to play in the main squad. Therefore, he thought the coaches should give him a chance. Years later, he said he realized his mistake and understood that he was not actually fully prepared at that time. Recently, there have been rumors about Quaresma possibly moving to one of the Russian clubs.

Igor Korneev, a former member of the Russian national team coaching staff, shared his thoughts on the Iranian national team ahead of a friendly match. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. It has been announced that the Russian and Iranian national teams will play a friendly match on October 10. Korneev specifically highlighted two forwards from the Iranian national team. They are Serdar Azmoun and Mehdi Taremi. Serdar Azmoun has played in the Russian championship for a long time and is currently representing the UAE's "Shabab Al-Ahli" club. Mehdi Taremi, on the other hand, plays for Italy's "Inter" team. According to Korneev, Azmoun is a well-known player who possesses all the necessary qualities as a complete forward. However, he is not as technically strong as Taremi. Mehdi Taremi stands out for his cunning on the field, delicate play, ability to hold the ball, and effective use of situations. For reference, the Russian and Iranian national teams have played three friendly matches against each other so far. In one of them, Iran won 1:0, while the other two matches ended in a 1:1 draw. Thus, the competition between the teams continues.

The largest forest fire observed in France in the last 75 years has not yet been fully extinguished. This was reported by Zamin.uz. The fire started on Tuesday, covering a larger area than Paris, near the village of Ribaute. As a result of the incident, one woman lost her life, and 13 people, including 11 firefighters, were injured, two of whom are in serious condition. More than 2,000 firefighters, 500 pieces of equipment, and army personnel have been mobilized to extinguish the fire. Water-dropping planes and helicopters have brought flames in an area of over 17,000 hectares under control, but full extinguishment will take several days. Access to the forests in the area is prohibited until at least Sunday, as there are fallen power lines and other hazardous situations on the roads. Local authorities are advising citizens not to return to their homes, and temporary accommodation points have been established. Prime Minister François Bayrou described the fire as an unprecedented disaster, linking it to global warming and drought. The Minister of the Environment also emphasized that climate change has played a significant role in the spread of the fire. Strong winds and dry vegetation are causing the fire to spread rapidly. Approximately 80 percent of the village of Joncieres has been affected by the fire. President Emmanuel Macron announced that all state resources have been mobilized and reminded the public to take maximum precautions.

An expanded meeting on the employment of university graduates began under the chairmanship of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This was reported by Zamin.uz. In the last seven years, the number of admissions to higher education institutions has increased by 4.5 times, reaching a coverage of 42 percent, yet it was noted that the graduates do not fully meet the employers' requirements. For example, the BYD factory, which produces 20,000 cars annually, has 100 vacant positions. Of these, a quarter is allocated for engineers in robotics, painting, and programming robots. Due to a shortage of personnel at the factory, 80 specialists have been recruited from abroad. If the factory starts operating at full capacity within 4-5 years, about 4,000 highly qualified personnel will be needed to produce 500,000 cars annually. This is just a calculation for one project. In the coming years, large projects that will be launched will create a demand for about 500,000 specialists in the industry. The meeting emphasized that there is a significant gap between the qualifications of graduates and the requirements of employers. For instance, there is a need for 4,000 highly qualified personnel in the light industry. On average, 2,500 students graduate in this field each year, but nearly 42 percent of them are unable to find jobs due to a lack of skills to work with modern equipment. This forces entrepreneurs to attract qualified specialists from abroad. The head of state criticized the shortcomings in employment reports. Although it was stated that 125,000 out of 231,000 graduates found jobs this year, it was revealed that 42,000 of them were self-employed. The state spends 25-30 million soums annually to prepare each student at universities. However, more than half of the youth who have studied for four years are working in low-skilled jobs. Granting financial independence to forty universities has yielded effective results. For example, universities in economics, law, medicine, languages, and pedagogy have sufficient funding. However, some institutions in agriculture, veterinary medicine, engineering, and natural sciences are struggling to generate income and are not attractive to youth. The president emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation between sectors, enterprises, and universities. For this purpose, 25 engineering universities have opened 438 departments in partnership with enterprises. For instance, educational and production clusters have been established in the oil and gas sector. Bukhara Technical University has opened 20 branch departments in 10 enterprises in addition to the oil and gas sector. A large gas-chemical complex is expected to be launched in Bukhara region. Foreign companies are working on new projects in the Ustyurt region. The president stressed the need to plan in advance where specialists will be trained for these capacities and who will conduct scientific research. Now, for projects worth over one million dollars and employing more than 50 workers, the need for specialists will be identified based on technical and economic foundations in sectors and fields. Based on this, ministers and sector leaders will place orders with universities to ensure targeted training of personnel. Rectors will introduce additional educational modules for students studying under orders, and students will be rewarded with credit points for their studies. The knowledge level of students will be assessed annually with the participation of investors starting from the second year. Graduates will defend their thesis projects based on practical projects. As a result, graduates who meet the needs of investors will be guaranteed employment. Source: zamin.uz

In the fourth round of the Russian football championship, the "Krylya Sovetov" team will face the "Baltika" team from Kaliningrad at their home ground in Samara. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Football expert Egor Titov shared his thoughts on this match. According to the expert, it will be easier for the visitors, the "Baltika" team, to build their game in this match. The Kaliningrad players can execute quick attacks well and effectively utilize opportunities. The specialist emphasized that there are players in the "Baltika" team who can score from situations. For this reason, Egor Titov stated that he has more confidence in the "Baltika" team in this match. The match between "Krylya Sovetov" and the "Baltika" team, led by Andrey Talalayev, will take place tomorrow, August 9, at the stadium in Samara. The game is scheduled to start at 13:30 Moscow time. This match is of significant importance for both teams, and fans will witness an exciting game.

In the central match of the fourth round of the Russian Premier League, the "Lokomotiv" team will face "Spartak" at home. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Before this match, former player Pavel Pogrebnyak shared his thoughts. "Lokomotiv" is currently in first place. The team is demonstrating bright and attacking play, not giving their opponents any chances. This match will be a good opportunity for "Lokomotiv" to test "Spartak". Pogrebnyak stated that more than 2.5 goals are expected in the game. The derby between "Lokomotiv" and "Spartak" will take place on August 9, Saturday, at the "RJD Arena" stadium. The match is scheduled to start at 18:00 Tashkent time. Currently, the hosts are leading the tournament table, while "Spartak" is in 11th place. This game is of significant importance for both teams. "Lokomotiv" will try to strengthen its leadership, while "Spartak" aims to climb higher in the standings. This contest is expected to be interesting and full of struggles for football fans.

Former midfielder of the Russian national team and Moscow's "Spartak" club, Egor Titov shared his thoughts on the match between Makhachkala's "Dinamo" and Tolyatti's "Akron" in the fourth round of the Premier League. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to Titov, the "Akron" team expended a lot of energy and emotion in their match against "Spartak." He believes that the Makhachkala team will put pressure on the Tolyatti players and will not allow them to move freely. Titov thinks that "Dinamo" will not lose this game or it will end in a draw, and the total number of goals will not exceed three and a half. He predicted a score of 0:0 or 1:1 as a result. The "Dinamo" team will host the "Akron" players, led by Zaur Tedeev, at their home ground, the stadium in the city of Caspian. The match is scheduled to take place on August 8 of this year, Friday, starting at 20:00 Moscow time. The detailed text online broadcast of the game can be followed on the Liveresult.ru website.

The Uzbek text will be as follows in English: Reports have emerged in the media that Moscow's Spartak football club is interested in central defender Aleksandr Jiku, who is playing for Turkey's Fenerbahce team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. To clarify this matter, Turkish journalist Volkan Demir expressed his opinion. According to him, it is true that negotiations are taking place between Spartak and Fenerbahce, but so far this process is not going smoothly. According to Volkan Demir, Fenerbahce may not allow Aleksandr Jiku to transfer to another team before the match against Feyenoord. Although he did not play in the first match, the two central defenders did not perform well. Therefore, it is possible that Jiku may play in the return match. For reference, the online publication Transfermarkt has estimated the transfer value of 30-year-old Aleksandr Jiku at 6.5 million euros. Thus, Aleksandr Jiku's future remains uncertain, and his transfer to another club will depend on Fenerbahce's decision.

Floryan Toven is now a player of the French championship club. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. He signed a contract with the French Ligue 1 team Lens. This agreement is intended for three years. Prior to this, since 2023, Toven played for the Italian club Udinese. The Lens club will pay Udinese, which owned Toven, a compensation fee of 6 million euros. Throughout his football career, Floryan Toven has played for several clubs. He was initially trained at the Grenoble football academy and later showcased his skills at Lille, Marseille, Bastia, Newcastle, and Mexico's Tigres clubs. According to last season's results, Lens finished eighth in the French championship and did not qualify for European competitions. Therefore, the club decided to strengthen the squad with new players. There is high confidence in Toven, as he is recognized as an experienced and leading player.

Eduard Mor, a former defender of Tashkent's "Spartak" team and now a football expert, shared his thoughts on the match between "Krylya Sovetov" and "Baltika" that will take place in the fourth round of the Premier League. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. According to the expert, both teams have prepared well for this match. Eduard Mor believes that the probability of the game ending in a draw is high. His first prediction is a draw, and his second prediction is that both teams could score goals. These opinions were mentioned in the "RB Sport" news source. This match will take place tomorrow, August 9, at the stadium in Samara. The game is scheduled to start at 13:30 Moscow time. Before this clash, "Krylya Sovetov" and "Baltika" are positioned in the top three of the Premier League standings. Therefore, this game could significantly impact the situation in the competition table. Fans of the teams and football enthusiasts are expecting an interesting and uncompromising game from this match.

In the first match of the fourth round of the Russian championship, the "Akron" team from Tolyatti will face the "Dinamo" club from Makhachkala away. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. Football commentator Konstantin Genich shared his thoughts on this game. According to the commentator, many goals are not expected in this match. In his opinion, there is a high probability that there will be two or fewer goals in the match. He also mentioned that he wouldn't be surprised if the match ends in a draw, specifically 0:0. These opinions were conveyed through the "RB Sport" publication. This match between Makhachkala and Tolyatti clubs will take place today, August 8, at the stadium in the Caspian city. The match is scheduled to start at 20:00 Moscow time. The game will be covered in text format on the Liveresult.ru website. This match is of significant importance for both teams, as the result may affect the championship standings. Spectators are closely watching the competition between the two teams with great interest.

Apple presented its new flagship smartphones, the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max models, in September. This was reported by Zamin.uz. These devices have been significantly updated not only in terms of internal capabilities but also in appearance. One of the biggest changes is that the rear camera module now spans the entire width of the body. The sensor layout remains the same as before, but the LiDAR and flash are now located on opposite sides. Apple has abandoned the titanium body and returned to an aluminum body. Aluminum dissipates heat 20 times more efficiently than before. The body is fully metal, with a Ceramic Shield glass area on the back for wireless charging. The front panel uses the new Ceramic Shield 2, which is three times stronger. Additionally, an anti-reflective coating has been applied to the screen surface. In terms of internal power, the new Apple A19 Pro chip is installed. It features a 6-core processor and a 6-core graphics processor, and with the second-generation Dynamic Caching technology, it operates 40% faster than before in long-lasting tasks. For the first time in Pro models, a vapor chamber cooling system has been introduced, with the aluminum body aiding this process. The camera system has also been significantly upgraded. Now there are full 48-megapixel main, ultra-wide, and telephoto cameras. The telephoto camera offers 8x optical zoom, as well as 4x mode and 3D stabilization functionality. The front camera is 18 megapixels and equipped with Center Stage technology. Additionally, video recording in ProRes RAW format has been added, which is an important innovation for those engaged in video editing. Regarding battery life, the iPhone 17 Pro model offers 33 hours of video playback, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max works for 39 hours. Charging the devices from 0 to 50 percent takes only 20 minutes. The prices are set as follows: iPhone 17 Pro at $1099, and iPhone 17 Pro Max at $1199. The devices will go on sale from September 19. The color options include Silver, Deep Blue, and Cosmic Orange. New TechWoven cases and Crossbody Strap accessories have been introduced. Whether Apple has truly reached the “Pro” level with these updates is a topic of discussion among users. The new models offer high levels of power and quality, which will help strengthen their position in the market.

A 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, Irina Zarutska, was stabbed to death on a train in North Carolina. This was reported by Zamin.uz. The police arrested 34-year-old Decarlos Brown, who attacked the woman, and charged him with murder. The incident was recorded on video and widely shared on social media, causing significant public outrage. The city mayor called the incident a failure of the judicial system and promised measures to enhance safety on public transport. Zarutska's family stated that she had fled the war in 2022 and come to the United States, quickly adapting to her new life. She was interested in art, loved animals, and lived happily with her family. The incident also sparked political debates. Some criticized that Brown, despite having been previously convicted of serious crimes, had been released. The state leader called for more effective measures against crime. This event once again prompted discussions in society about safety and justice issues.

Apple company recently introduced the new iPhone 17 smartphone. This was reported by Zamin.uz. As a result of conversations with sellers at the "Malika" market in Tashkent, approximate prices for these new models have been determined. It has been revealed that iPhone 17 smartphones will be available for sale in Uzbekistan starting from September 23. Prices vary depending on the memory capacity and device features. For example, the 256 gigabyte model of the iPhone 17 is estimated to cost around 16 million 250 thousand soms. Models with larger memory capacity are priced higher. The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max versions have even more features and capabilities, with prices starting from 23 million soms and approaching 50 million soms. These new smartphones are expected to generate significant interest in the Uzbekistan market. Memory capacity and budget are important factors for buyers when choosing the most suitable option. Additionally, full warranty and service options are expected to be provided at official sales points. The release of the new iPhone 17 models in Uzbekistan will bring innovations and increase competition in the smartphone market.

Recently, many rumors have been spreading about the relationship between the famous Turkish actress Hande Erchel and entrepreneur Hakan Sabanji. This was reported by Zamin.uz. In particular, news about the couple's divorce has sparked great interest among fans. Hakan Sabanji, who spoke for the first time on the Gel Konuşalım program, responded to the claims regarding their relationship. Although he did not want to talk extensively about his personal life, he clarified some of the rumors. Hakan Sabanji emphasized that he does not want to discuss the issue of divorce because it concerns their private life. He also stated that the rumors about infidelity are completely unfounded. Earlier, Hande Erchel had deleted all photos with Sabanji from her social media pages. This became the basis for reports in the Turkish press about their divorce. The famous journalist Birsen Altuntaş highlighted that there are serious disagreements between the couple, but the official divorce has not yet occurred. Nevertheless, Hande and Hakan still follow each other on social media. While some fans hope for the restoration of their relationship, others speculate that this process might simply be publicity for the media.

Famous footballer Edgar Davids, who played for Juventus in past years, learned that his acquaintance Nabila Habibi committed theft. This was reported by Euro-football.ru. The ad.nl portal provided information about this. According to the publication, Davids found out several years later that his painting collection had been stolen. He had entrusted the collection to a trusted person. For a while, Habibi also lived in his house. While Davids believed the collection was kept in a safe place, Habibi stole 37 paintings, pawned them at various pawnshops, and received approximately 30 thousand euros. In 2017, when Habibi was unable to repay her debts, the pawnshops gained the right to sell the paintings. One of the buyers saw Davids' name on the back of a painting and contacted him through social networks. After that, Davids filed a lawsuit. Habibi admitted to the theft. Earlier, she had faced problems related to criminal cases and had left her acquaintance after taking 3500 euros from him.

An unusual and interesting event took place in the city of Szekszárd, Hungary – the 18th International Grave Digging Championship. This was reported by Zamin.uz. This competition was organized by the country's Grave Diggers Association based on a clear plan and order. The event served to enhance the prestige of the profession. Participants took part in teams of two. They were given two hours. During this time, each team had to dig a grave measuring 200x80 centimeters and 160 centimeters deep. These rules required not only skill but also attention and speed from the participants. At the end of the championship, the Parakletosz Nonprofit team was declared the winner. This team won the championship for the second consecutive year, demonstrating their thorough preparation and high professional level. According to the organizers, such competitions not only raise the prestige of the profession but also introduce the younger generation to professional specialists up close. They also help participants develop teamwork skills and the ability to work in a healthy competitive environment. These events are of great importance for improving professional qualifications and further developing the field.

The general secondary education system in Uzbekistan is undergoing fundamental changes. This was reported by Upl.uz. The country has officially begun implementing a 12-year education model. This was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Preschool and School Education. In the near future, a normative legal document confirming these innovations is expected to be signed. This decision was made as part of a comprehensive program to reform the education sector. The program was presented to the president on September 8 and envisions a systematic renewal of all stages from preschool to higher education. The transition to 12-year education is being carried out to align with international experience. The results of the PISA study conducted in 2022 showed that in 85% of countries considered leaders in education, the number of school years is exactly 12. The introduction of the new model will allow adapting curricula to international standards and also enable students to be well-prepared for subsequent stages of education and vocational training. The updated system structure will be as follows: the first year is designated as a preparatory stage for 6-year-old children, which is considered part of primary education. Primary education will last a total of 5 years, including 1 year of preparation and 4 years of primary school. The next stage is basic general secondary education, covering grades 5 to 9 and lasting 5 years. The final 2 years constitute complete general secondary education, which will be conducted in schools, academic lyceums, specialized military schools, or technical colleges. To ensure a smooth transition process and create the necessary infrastructure, about 3,600 new schools will be built and more than a thousand state kindergartens will be opened. It is precisely in these institutions that the updated preparatory program for the youngest students will be piloted. An interesting point is that information about the transition to 12-year education had been actively discussed on social networks since 2023. However, at that time, the Ministry of Preschool and School Education officially denied these claims, emphasizing that the 11-year education system was in effect. The current decision shows that approaches at the state level have been reconsidered and there is political will to implement large-scale reforms. In the history of independent Uzbekistan, a 12-year education system has existed before. From 2010 to 2017, education was organized based on a 9+3 scheme, where students who completed grade 9 were required to continue their studies at vocational colleges and academic lyceums.

One of the largest demonstrations in history took place in the city of London. This was reported by Zamin.uz. According to information, approximately 1.5 million people took to the streets under the slogan "Unite the Kingdom." This large rally began in the Sazerk district located on the southern bank of the Thames River. The demonstrators headed towards the city center, moving towards the Whitehall government building. They crossed Westminster Bridge and gathered on the street in front of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's headquarters, which was the main assembly point. According to the organizers, this major movement was organized by Tommy Robinson, the founder of the English Defence League movement. People gathered on the streets of London carried various placards, slogans, and calls. Observers noted that this demonstration could have a serious impact on the political processes of the United Kingdom. Moreover, the demonstration was recognized as a historic event not only because of the number of participants but also due to its organization and political diversity. This movement is expected to mark the beginning of a new era in the country's political environment. Widely supported by the residents of London, this demonstration became a vivid example of political activism and unity.