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Azerbaijan enters new energy phase with storage breakthrough amid global energy crisis

Azerbaijan enters new energy phase with storage breakthrough amid global energy crisis

Financed entirely through domestic resources, large-scale energy storage centers with a combined capacity of 250 MW and 500 MWh have been established at the 500 kV Absheron and 220 kV Agdash substations.Importantly, this represents the first deployment of battery energy storage at such scale across the CIS region, positioning Azerbaijan as an adopter as well as an emerging regional frontrunner in grid modernization technologies.

Nation
International travelers visit Khojaly Genocide Memorial [PHOTOS]

International travelers visit Khojaly Genocide Memorial [PHOTOS]

International travelers have visited the memorial dedicated to the victims of the Khojaly genocide, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan set to gain as rising oil prices impact global economy: EBRD

Azerbaijan set to gain as rising oil prices impact global economy: EBRD

Rising oil and gas prices are expected to put increasing pressure on energy-importing countries, while boosting revenues for exporters such as Azerbaijan, according to a regional economic outlook by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. At pre-conflict price levels, the negative trade balance in energy resources is particularly high for countries including Moldova, Jordan, Tunisia, Senegal, North Macedonia, Morocco, and Egypt, where deficits range from around 5% to...

Business
Propylene output falls in early 2026 despite strong growth in previous years

Propylene output falls in early 2026 despite strong growth in previous years

The figures indicate that propylene production has been steadily expanding over the past three years, driven by growth in Azerbaijan’s petrochemical sector.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Election test for Armenia: Peace agenda vs separatist pressure

Election test for Armenia: Peace agenda vs separatist pressure

Last day, the Prime Minister of Armenia once again drew attention with his address to the public that accuses him. He noted that in the upcoming parliamentary elections, the people of Armenia must decide whether the Karabakh movement will continue or not.

World
Iran’s IRGC navy commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri reportedly killed

Iran’s IRGC navy commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri reportedly killed

Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy Commander, Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri, has reportedly been killed in an attack attributed to Israel, 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
Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions are now open for the art exhibition "Colors of Spring" (Baharın rəngləri), held under the motto: "Stay in Touch with Nature – Capture Its Charm," AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Azerbaijan unveils ‘FotoBax’ contest under global ‘Children’s Eyes on Earth’ initiative

Azerbaijan unveils ‘FotoBax’ contest under global ‘Children’s Eyes on Earth’ initiative

The national photography contest “FotoBax” has officially been launched in Azerbaijan as part of the international “Children’s Eyes on Earth” project. The initiative is supported by Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder and leader of the IDEA Public Union, and was initiated by internationally renowned photographer Reza Deqati, founder of the “Reza Visual Academy” association.

Analysis

Events
Fragile peace in South Caucasus faces its loudest opposition overseas [OPINION]

Fragile peace in South Caucasus faces its loudest opposition overseas [OPINION]

Armenian revanchism cultivated by diaspora groups has not disappeared with the guns falling silent. If anything, it has simply migrated, taking root far from the South Caucasus in shape of networks that continue to promote grievance, resentment and outdated narratives of separatism.

Sports
Azerbaijan announces initial line-up for European Judo Championship

Azerbaijan announces initial line-up for European Judo Championship

Azerbaijan has announced its preliminary squad for the upcoming European Judo Championships, set to take place in Tbilisi, Georgia, from April 16 to 19.

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