Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:55am on 18 May 2024,Saturday India Global
In Kyrgyzstan's Bishkek, clashes erupted between locals and foreign students at the International University of Kyrgyzstan. Indian and Pakistani Foreign Ministers expressed concern and advised students to stay in touch with embassies. The conflict stemmed from a brawl over allegations of foreigners sheltering illegals, resulting in 29 injuries and numerous arrests, including three Egyptians. Kyrgyz authorities have expelled over 6,500 foreigners for illegal stay, with ongoing tension over the presence of foreigners. Quasi-military forces were deployed to restore calm, with the situation now reportedly stable. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, urging caution amidst lingering tensions.
