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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Baku becomes capital of Europe’s new pragmatism [ANALYSIS]

Baku becomes capital of Europe’s new pragmatism [ANALYSIS]

In a single month, the presidents of Latvia and Ukraine and the prime ministers of Lithuania and the Czech Republic all made the journey to Azerbaijan. What brought them, and what they signed, reveals a country that has turned geography and energy into a new kind of diplomatic gravity.

Nation
Great return continues as IDPs move back to Khojavend district [PHOTOS]

Great return continues as IDPs move back to Khojavend district [PHOTOS]

The Azerbaijani government’s Great Return program continues to gather pace, as dozens of families displaced during the decades-long conflict are resettled in newly restored areas of the Khojavend district. AzerNEWS reports that the latest phase has seen former internally displaced persons (IDPs) return to Khojavend city, the settlement of Girmizi Bazar, and the village of Khanoba—marking another step in the country’s broader reconstruction and reintegration efforts.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light crude prices dip slightly in global oil markets

Azeri Light crude prices dip slightly in global oil markets

The price of Azerbaijan’s flagship “Azeri Light” crude oil recorded a slight decline in international markets, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Trade turnover between Azerbaijan and India shows growth trend

Trade turnover between Azerbaijan and India shows growth trend

Trade relations between Azerbaijan and India continued to expand in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting a steady upward trajectory in bilateral economic cooperation, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia votes at crossroads: embrace regional trade or revive losing conflict

Armenia votes at crossroads: embrace regional trade or revive losing conflict

Armenia’s upcoming parliamentary elections, scheduled for June 7, have drawn significant attention both domestically and across the South Caucasus.

World
Iran security council discusses risk of protests amid economic strain

Iran security council discusses risk of protests amid economic strain

Supreme National Security Council has reportedly held an emergency meeting to assess rising internal tensions and the potential for mass protests across the country, AzerNEWS reports.

Travel
Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport
Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month
Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]
Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture
Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park
Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Lifestyle
National Hydrometeorology Service issues wind warnings for Baku

National Hydrometeorology Service issues wind warnings for Baku

The National Hydrometeorology Service has issued yellow and orange warnings regarding expected windy weather in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula, as well as in certain other regions, on April 27–28, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva visit 'ABAD' Ceramics and Applied Arts Center in Sheki [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva visit 'ABAD' Ceramics and Applied Arts Center in Sheki [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, founder and head of IDEA Public Union, and Arzu Aliyeva visited the “ABAD” Ceramics and Applied Arts Center operating in the territory of the “Yukhari Bash” National Historical-Architectural Reserve in Sheki, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Events
Baku hosts the DNA Day Youth Forum bringing together scientists and young researchers [PHOTOS]

Baku hosts the DNA Day Youth Forum bringing together scientists and young researchers [PHOTOS]

The “Molecular World: April 27 DNA Day” Youth Forum was held in Baku, gathering scientists, geneticists, and young researchers to mark DNA Day and discuss recent developments in molecular biology and biotechnology, AzerNEWS reports.

Sports
National mini-football team gets ready for European Mini-Football Championship

National mini-football team gets ready for European Mini-Football Championship

The Azerbaijan mini-football team has successfully completed a one-week training camp held in Baku, AzerNEWS reports.

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