Jaksylykov Denies Arrest: False Reports Spread on Social Media

Former Kazakh Defense Minister Ruslan Jaksylykov refutes reports of his arrest in Astana. The initial reports, circulating on social media, claimed Jaksylykov had been detained. However, the former minister issued a statement denying the allegations, asserting that he was having lunch with his family at the time of the supposed arrest. He characterized the reports as 'false information' and indicated his intention to pursue legal action against those responsible for disseminating the misinformation. While social media played a role in spreading the unconfirmed reports, no official confirmation of the arrest ever emerged from government sources. This incident highlights the rapid spread of misinformation in the digital age and the potential impact on public figures.