AIR Center & Media Response: AIR Center chief Farid Shafiyev sent The Guardian a letter criticizing its review of the Armenian filmmaker’s “The Black Garden” for what he calls a one-sided Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict narrative that ignores occupation, displacement, and UN Security Council resolutions. Diplomacy & Community Links: Azerbaijan’s ambassador to Germany, Nasimi Aghayev, visited Lower Saxony, meeting officials and business leaders and discussing inter-parliamentary ties plus cooperation in economy, culture, education, and tourism. Human Rights & Prison Conditions: Ombudsman Sabina Aliyeva rejected Armenian rights advocate claims as unfounded, while Armenian prisoner representatives again alleged religious-symbol abuse and coercion in Baku detention, with cases raised for the ECHR. Culture & Heritage: Yardimli archaeological excavations uncovered remains and burial-related finds tied to Late Bronze/Early Iron Ages and possible 9th–10th centuries BC practices. Arts & Education: The III International Fidan Hajiyeva Opera Festival is set to run from Sept 7 to Dec 7, mixing performances with master classes and educational events across Azerbaijan and abroad. Sports & Youth: Sabah FC announced an AZN 10 million youth football push, including a “Future Talents” academy program. Regional Culture Days: Shanliurfa Culture Days begin in Baku, spotlighting Turkish heritage through exhibitions, crafts, folklore, music, and cuisine. Travel Lifestyle (MENA): Wingie reports autumn travel trends favoring culture-led city breaks and shorter getaways, with Istanbul, Baku, and Tbilisi among rising picks. Poverty Snapshot: UNDP’s Global Multidimensional Poverty Index reports Azerbaijan’s multidimensional poverty at 0.2% (about 18,000 people).