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Aghdam’s $574 million sales herald new economic era for Karabakh

Aghdam’s $574 million sales herald new economic era for Karabakh

When Azerbaijan regained control of Karabakh in 2020, the immediate priority was clear. Roads had to be rebuilt, electricity restored, water systems repaired and entire towns reconstructed after decades of destruction. Airports, highways and residential districts became the most visible symbols of the country's post-conflict recovery.

Nation
Jeyhun Bayramov, Andrii Sybiha highlight importance of Azerbaijan-Ukraine partnership [PHOTOS]

Jeyhun Bayramov, Andrii Sybiha highlight importance of Azerbaijan-Ukraine partnership [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov laid flowers at the Memorial to Ukraine's Defenders together with his Ukrainian counterpart, Andrii Sybiha, during his official visit to Kyiv.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light crude extends decline, falls below $92 per barrel

Azeri Light crude extends decline, falls below $92 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan's Azeri Light crude oil declined further on international markets, with the benchmark falling below $92 per barrel at Italy's Augusta port, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Gold prices rise on easing Middle East tensions

Gold prices rise on easing Middle East tensions

Gold prices rose for a fourth consecutive day on Thursday, reaching their highest level in seven weeks amid growing optimism that the Strait of Hormuz could reopen.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Another cargo shipment from Russia to Armenia transits through Azerbaijan

Another cargo shipment from Russia to Armenia transits through Azerbaijan

Another shipment of goods from Russia to Armenia has been carried out through Azerbaijani territory.

World
Ship traffic through Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb straits drops sharply

Ship traffic through Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb straits drops sharply

The number of vessels passing through the Bab el-Mandeb and Strait of Hormuz waterways declined significantly on Wednesday compared with previous days.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Land of Fire opens new opportunities for global movie productions [PHOTOS]

Land of Fire opens new opportunities for global movie productions [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan is expanding its efforts to attract international film and television productions. In recent years, the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry and the Cinema Agency (ARKA) have introduced new funding programmes, production incentives and industry initiatives to support the country's film sector and encourage foreign productions. Their work is complemented by the Azerbaijan Film Commission, which provides production support for international projects.

Culture
National Art Museum hosts interactive art program for children

National Art Museum hosts interactive art program for children

As part of the "Art History for Children" project, children from Children's Home No. 1 visited the Azerbaijan National Museum of Art and took part in an educational program dedicated to Azerbaijani art, 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

Events
Another group of families returns to Khojavand [PHOTOS]

Another group of families returns to Khojavand [PHOTOS]

In line with the instructions of President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, the Great Return process to the country’s liberated territories continues.

Sports
National judo team heads to World Cadet Championships in Ecuador

National judo team heads to World Cadet Championships in Ecuador

Azerbaijan will be represented by 14 judokas at the 2026 World Cadet Judo Championships to be held in Guayaquil, Ecuador, from August 20 to 23, AzerNEWS reports.

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