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Ukraine claims Russia upping military presence in Armenia amidst tensions with Baku

Open Caucasus Media · July 7, 2025

Join the voices Aliyev wants to silence. For over eight years, OC Media has worked with fearless journalists from Azerbaijan — some of whom now face decades behind bars — to bring you the stories the regime is afraid will get out. Help us fuel...

Romanian publication: Azerbaijan – attractive architecture and a safe urban environment

Azertag · July 6, 2025

Bucharest, July 6, AZERTAC In recent years, Azerbaijan – particularly its capital Baku – has become an appealing travel destination for European tourists. An article published by Romania’s reputable Libertatea.ro newspaper praised the country’s...

British Trade Envoy: There is significant potential for cooperation with Azerbaijan in trade and investment

Azertag · July 5, 2025

London, July 5, AZERTAC In an exclusive interview with AZERTAC, the UK’s Trade Envoy for Azerbaijan and Central Asia, House of Lords member Lord John Alderdice, emphasized the significant potential for cooperation between the two countries in...

Azerbaijan, Türkiye develop military cooperation

Azertag · June 27, 2025

Baku, June 27, AZERTAC A delegation led by Colonel General Karim Valiyev, First Deputy Minister of Defense and Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijan Army, observed the “Defender of Peace – 2025” international exercise held in Istanbul,...

Azerbaijani Carpet Art Showcased At Hague's Atrium City Hall

MENAFN · June 27, 2025

(MENAFN- AzerNews) A new exhibition titled "The Magnificence of Azerbaijani Carpets: Learning Through Art" has opened at the Atrium City Hall in The Hague. The event is co-organized by the Embassy of Azerbaijan in the Kingdom of the Netherlands...

Major renovations underway at seven schools across Azerbaijan

AzerNews · July 7, 2025

Construction and major refurbishment works are currently in progress at seven general education schools, Azernews reports, citing the Ministry of Science and Education. The report notes that within the framework of the Education Development...

Victims speak out in court over Armenian occupation of Azerbaijani lands [PHOTOS]

AzerNews · July 7, 2025

The public court hearings in the criminal case against Armenian citizens Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Ghukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others—accused of committing crimes against peace and humanity,...

New education facility in Fuzuli to offer UAV and aviation mechanic courses

AzerNews · July 7, 2025

The construction of a new building for the Fuzuli Vocational Education Center, designed to accommodate 700 students, is advancing at a fast pace, Azernews reports, citing the Ministry of Science and Education’s annual report. The report highlights...

Azerbaijani carpet art showcased at Hague’s atrium city hall [PHOTOS]

AzerNews · June 27, 2025

A new exhibition titled "The Magnificence of Azerbaijani Carpets: Learning Through Art" has opened at the Atrium City Hall in The Hague. The event is co-organized by the Embassy of Azerbaijan in the Kingdom of the Netherlands and Azərxalça OJSC....

Five-star lifestyle of shadowy south Dublin Kinahan cartel laid bare in Cab case

Irish Independent ·

Convicted drug dealer Sam O’Sullivan also became a major supplier of encrypted technology for gangland mobster Ciaran ‘Sam’ O’Sullivan was a one time protégé of Christy Kinahan Snr, left Today at 10:50 A shadowy Kinahan cartel fixer travelled the...

Eldar Salahov appointed director general of Baku International Sea Trade Port

AzerNews · July 7, 2025

Eldar Salahov has been appointed Director General of “Baku International Sea Trade Port” LLC, a company under “Azerbaijan Railways” CJSC, which operates within the structure of AZCON Holding. According to information provided to Azernews by...

Azerbaijani authorities warn against children attending religious ceremonies, sparking rights concerns

JAMnews · June 27, 2025

Children and religious rituals in Azerbaijan Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and the State Committee for Work with Religious Organisations have issued a joint warning, stating that some parents are bringing underage children to religious...

Azerbaijanfilm studio: Warehouse explosion did not affect operations

APA ·

The explosion that occurred on June 26 at the Azerbaijanfilm studio named after Jafar Jabbarly caused no damage to the building and no injuries were reported. An official statement will be issued following the investigation, the studio told APA....

Inherited Prayers for Peace: Nipponzan Myohoji’s Communities Rooted in Christendom

Pressenza · July 26, 2025

A Journey Through Four Peace Pagoda Memorial Ceremonies in Europe On June 21st, the 40th anniversary grand memorial ceremony of the London Peace Pagoda was solemnly conducted, followed by the 45th anniversary ceremony of the Milton Keynes Peace...

PM Shehbaz, Turkish and Azerbaijan presidents engage in cordial conversation

Pakistan Observer · July 5, 2025

BAKU – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev took a walk in Khankendi following Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit. The President of Azerbaijan briefed...

Allahshukur Pashazade: Azerbaijan restores all religious monuments in Karabakh without discrimination

APA ·

“Azerbaijan is restoring all religious monuments in Karabakh without any religious discrimination,” Chairman of the Caucasus Muslims Office Sheikhulislam Allahshukur Pashazade told journalists, during a blood donation campaign, APA reports. He...

Unrest in Armenia over government handling of conflict with Azerbaijan

Atalayar · July 5, 2025

From historical conflict to political collapse in Armenia Mass arrests 2024 protests The failed coup attempt that took place on 25 June in Armenia has brought the territorial conflict with Azerbaijan over the Nagorno-Karabakh region back into the...

Russian Military Buildup in Armenia Amid Azerbaijan Tensions – Ukrainian Intelligence

Mezha · July 5, 2025

The Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported an increase in the military presence of the Russian Federation in Armenia amid escalating tensions with Azerbaijan. According to Ukrainian intelligence data, the...

‘Daughter Diplomacy’ On Rise In Central Asia As Leaders Seek To Preserve Dynasties

Radio Free Europe - Radio Liberty · July 25, 2025

Call it sister power. In a region where sons have routinely been groomed for succession in the upper echelons of power, there is a new trend in Central Asia: Daughters are emerging as significant political players. The latest example of dynastic...

Ambassador: Relations between Venezuela and Azerbaijan are strengthening

APA · July 5, 2025

An event dedicated to the 214th anniversary of the Independence Day of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela was held in Baku, APA reports. Venezuelan Ambassador Christopher Alberto Martinez Berroteran said that relations between Azerbaijan and...