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Oil prices face ceiling despite rising Middle East tensions [ANALYSIS]

Oil prices face ceiling despite rising Middle East tensions [ANALYSIS]

Geopolitical events around the world, particularly the potential for conflict between the United States and Iran, have once again brought oil prices and their future trajectory into focus. While oil prices are fundamentally driven by supply and demand, they are equally sensitive to geopolitical developments. Any confrontation involving Iran would almost certainly push prices higher, though it is impossible to predict exactly how high they could go. Meanwhile, developments in the global economy continue to generate conflicting forecasts about oil’s path.

Nation
SOCAR hosts regional partners to share expertise on industrial safety and labor protection

SOCAR hosts regional partners to share expertise on industrial safety and labor protection

The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) welcomed representatives from Uzbekneftegaz JSC, KazMunayGaz JSC, and Tatneft PJSC at its Carbamide Plant on February 4, continuing efforts to exchange best practices in industrial safety, labor protection, and emergency management.

Oil & Gas
Ireland more than doubles crude oil imports from Azerbaijan

Ireland more than doubles crude oil imports from Azerbaijan

Ireland has sharply increased its imports of crude oil and petroleum products from Azerbaijan over the past three years, with 2025 marking a clear peak, according to the State Customs Committee, Azernews reports. In 2025, Azerbaijan exported more than...

Business
Azercell’s launches Samsung campaign

Azercell’s launches Samsung campaign

Azercell has launched a special campaign tailored specifically for young users. As part of the campaign, users who purchase smartphones from the Samsung Galaxy A17 or Samsung Galaxy A56 can benefit from a 50% discount on the DigiMax 5GB or DigiMax 10GB tariffs for 3 months.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
US vice president Vance to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia after Italy trip, back peace deal

US vice president Vance to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia after Italy trip, back peace deal

US Vice President J.D. Vance has departed for Italy to attend the opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics and is expected to visit Armenia and Azerbaijan later as part of a broader diplomatic tour, Azernews reports via The Associated Press.

Armenian Aggression
Verdict announced in trial of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]

Verdict announced in trial of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]

The open court hearing continued on February 5 regarding the criminal cases of Armenian citizens Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Gukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others, who are accused of crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, including the planning and conduct of aggressive war, genocide, violation of the laws and customs of war, as well as terrorism, financing of terrorism, the forcible seizure and retention of power, and numerous other crimes committed as a result of Armenia's military aggression against Azerbaijan.

World
Western Europeans now prioritize EU autonomy over US alliance - poll

Western Europeans now prioritize EU autonomy over US alliance - poll

Western Europeans increasingly prioritise Europe’s autonomy and shared values over maintaining close transatlantic ties, according to a new YouGov poll showing public opinion of the United States at its lowest level since the survey began a decade ago.

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
Smart Novruz bonfire concept bridges digital and cultural worlds

Smart Novruz bonfire concept bridges digital and cultural worlds

A new scientific seminar has been held at the Institute of Information Technologies of the Ministry of Education and the Science, Azernews reports citing Azertag.

Culture
National Art Museum holds lecture on artistic legacy of acclaimed artist [PHOTOS]

National Art Museum holds lecture on artistic legacy of acclaimed artist [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan National Art Museum has hosted a lecture within series of events dedicated to the museum's 90th anniversary, Azernews reports.

Events
President Ilham Aliyev attends Zayed Award for Human Fraternity presentation ceremony in Abu Dhabi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

President Ilham Aliyev attends Zayed Award for Human Fraternity presentation ceremony in Abu Dhabi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

The awarding ceremony of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity has commenced in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

Sports
Azerbaijan's flag bearers announced for Winter Olympic Games

Azerbaijan's flag bearers announced for Winter Olympic Games

Azerbaijan's delegation has been assigned its position in the parade of nations at the Winter Olympic Games 2026 opening ceremony in Italy, Azernews reports.

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