Azernews.Az

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Türkiye targets central role in Europe’s strategic order through Erdoğan’s EU push

Türkiye targets central role in Europe’s strategic order through Erdoğan’s EU push

When Erdoğan told Belgian Queen Mathilde in Istanbul this week that updating the EU-Türkiye Customs Union is "a key area necessitating swift progress," he was making an argument that is simultaneously very old and newly urgent.

Nation
Azerbaijan, Slovakia deepen human rights cooperation amid expanding strategic ties

Azerbaijan, Slovakia deepen human rights cooperation amid expanding strategic ties

Sabina Aliyeva, the Commissioner for Human Rights (Ombudsman) of the Republic of Azerbaijan, has received members of the National Council of the Slovak Republic, Marcela Čavojová and Zuzana Matějčková, who are currently visiting the country.

Oil & Gas
Oil prices decline in global trading

Oil prices decline in global trading

On the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) in London, the price of Brent crude fell by $1.51 to $106.26 per barrel.

Business
Nakhchivan industrial output rises 13.9% in first four months of 2026

Nakhchivan industrial output rises 13.9% in first four months of 2026

Industrial production in Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic reached 178.271 million manats during January-April 2026, AzerNEWS reports, citing the region’s State Statistics Committee.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
How Zangilan becomes symbol of Azerbaijan’s post-conflict order

How Zangilan becomes symbol of Azerbaijan’s post-conflict order

For more than 200 years, the Caucasus has been shaped by imperial rivalries, ethnic engineering and externally backed separatist movements. From the Russian Empire to the Soviet Union and the chaotic decades that followed the collapse of the USSR, unresolved territorial conflicts became instruments of geopolitical influence. The South Caucasus effectively existed in a permanent state of strategic uncertainty.

World
South Korea extends money supply growth streak

South Korea extends money supply growth streak

South Korea’s money supply increased for the fifth consecutive month in March, despite declining expectations for further interest rate cuts, according to data released Wednesday by the Bank of Korea (BOK), AzerNEWS reports, citing foreign media.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Eco-Art Festival highlights sustainable urban development in Baku [PHOTOS]

Eco-Art Festival highlights sustainable urban development in Baku [PHOTOS]

Ahead of major international events such as World Urban Forum 13, Baku has intensified its focus on inclusive urban development strategies that highlight the role of culture and creativity in building resilient cities.

Culture
Azerbaijan's film industry in spotlight at 'Screen International' magazine

Azerbaijan's film industry in spotlight at 'Screen International' magazine

The May issue of the United Kingdom's leading international film industry publication, "Screen International", has been dedicated to Azerbaijan, AzerNEWS reports citing the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry.

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
Azerbaijani and Turkish representatives hold meeting [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani and Turkish representatives hold meeting [PHOTOS]

During the meeting, it was emphasized that international exercises conducted with the participation of our countries make a significant contribution to maintaining a high level of combat training of our armies.

Sports
All bouts confirmed for UFC Fight Night in Baku

All bouts confirmed for UFC Fight Night in Baku

All fights for the upcoming UFC Fight Night Baku tournament in Azerbaijan have been announced, AzerNEWS reports.

Latest See more