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Azerbaijan’s Karabakh victory offers lessons in the future of warfare

Azerbaijan’s Karabakh victory offers lessons in the future of warfare

Azerbaijan's victory in the Karabakh war in 2020 changed the balance of power in the South Caucasus. After several weeks of fighting, Azerbaijani troops regained control of several territories lost in the 1990s. For 44 days, Azerbaijani troops, advancing every day, liberated one occupied region after another: Jabrayil, Fuzuli, Zangilan, Gubadli and, finally, Shusha. Azerbaijan's victory was the result of many years of efforts, both on the diplomatic and military fronts. The country has successfully exposed Armenia's aggressive policy, which has caused a resonance in the international community. The victorious operation codenamed "Iron Fist" demonstrated the high tactical training and discipline of the Azerbaijani army. As a result, on November 10, 2020, Armenia signed an Act of Surrender, admitting defeat.

Nation
Europe looks to Central Asia to break China's grip on critical minerals

Europe looks to Central Asia to break China's grip on critical minerals

While Europe faces growing challenges in securing critical raw materials, the Central Asian region has become key to the European Union's strategy to diversify its supply chains and reduce dependence on China. For decades, China has dominated the global market for rare earths and other important minerals, creating vulnerabilities for European industry, especially in high-tech sectors such as microchip manufacturing and renewable energy technologies.

Oil & Gas
China tightens control over fuel exports amid market pressures

China tightens control over fuel exports amid market pressures

China’s state-owned oil refineries are expected to reduce diesel exports this month due to limited stockpiles.

Business
Azerbaijan, Suriname discuss expanding economic ties

Azerbaijan, Suriname discuss expanding economic ties

Azerbaijan and Suriname have discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy and other sectors.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia seeks to expand trade ties with Azerbaijan, Pashinyan says

Armenia seeks to expand trade ties with Azerbaijan, Pashinyan says

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said that Yerevan is maintaining its traditionally good relations with Georgia while taking steps to develop ties with Azerbaijan and expand bilateral trade.

World
Alphabet acquires $548M stake in Qualcomm

Alphabet acquires $548M stake in Qualcomm

Google's parent company, Alphabet Inc., revealed on Friday in a United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing that it acquired a stake worth nearly $548 million in its long-time partner, Qualcomm Inc.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva visited a social sewing facility operating in the city of Shamakhi on October 26.

Culture
Azerbaijan’s Gaya Ensemble blends folk music and jazz at Victory Day concert [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan’s Gaya Ensemble blends folk music and jazz at Victory Day concert [PHOTOS]

The State “Gaya” Ensemble has performed a concert as part of the “Music at the Museum” project organized by the Azerbaijan National Art Museum.

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

Events
Palestine expresses gratitude to Azerbaijan for humanitarian support

Palestine expresses gratitude to Azerbaijan for humanitarian support

The State of Palestine has expressed its gratitude to Azerbaijan for its support in the political, humanitarian, educational and cultural fields.

Sports
Argentina to retire Lionel Messi's No. 10 shirt for upcoming friendlies

Argentina to retire Lionel Messi's No. 10 shirt for upcoming friendlies

Argentina will not use the iconic No. 10 shirt in their upcoming international friendly matches following Lionel Messi's departure from the national team.

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