Human Rights & AI: President Ilham Aliyev opened the International Baku Ombudsmen Summit on “Human Rights in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” stressing responsible tech use and human welfare. Anti-Hate Speech & Rights Diplomacy: Azerbaijan marked International Day for Countering Hate Speech and urged action against racism, discrimination, and Islamophobia at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. Culture & Memory: The Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum launched “Threads of Remembrance,” using textile art to explore cultural memory and endangered languages, with international artists and partners. Music & Heritage: The International Mugham Center held an anniversary evening honoring renowned tar maestro Vamig Mammadaliyev, highlighting his role in preserving mugham and training new performers. STEM for Youth: Azerbaijan officially joined the Formula 1-backed STEM Racing Programme, inaugurating a STEM Racing Hub and preparing the “Caspian Apex” team for world finals in Singapore. Courts & Freedoms: A Baku Court of Appeal upheld the arrest of journalist Afgan Sadigov, keeping him in custody. Education & Exchange: Azerbaijan’s Culture Minister Adil Karimli met UNESCO leadership in Paris, focusing on heritage protection and intercultural dialogue. International Cooperation: IsDB Annual Meetings opened in Baku with Aliyev in attendance, alongside new partnership talks with development partners.