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As Red Sea risks grow, Middle Corridor becomes Eurasia's most strategic trade route

As Red Sea risks grow, Middle Corridor becomes Eurasia's most strategic trade route

The shifting sands of global geopolitics have once again thrust the maritime choke points of the Middle East into the center of international anxiety. For decades, global energy markets and military strategists viewed the Strait of Hormuz as the ultimate geopolitical trigger—a narrow body of water where any direct confrontation between Iran and the United States could instantly paralyze the global economy.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev congratulates King of Spain on victory in 2026 World Cup

President Ilham Aliyev congratulates King of Spain on victory in 2026 World Cup

President Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to King Felipe VI of Spain on the occasion of the Spanish national football team becoming the world champion.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan-Iran energy cooperation deepens through gas trade

Azerbaijan-Iran energy cooperation deepens through gas trade

Azerbaijan exported 45.703 million cubic meters of natural gas worth $3.076 million to the Islamic Republic of Iran in January-May 2026.

Business
Azerbaijan's gold exports surge 30-fold in value in first half of 2026

Azerbaijan's gold exports surge 30-fold in value in first half of 2026

Azerbaijan exported 23,799.8 kilograms of gold worth $3.636 billion during the first six months of 2026, marking a dramatic increase from the same period last year, AzerNEWS reports, citing the State Statistics Committee.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million

Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million

Azerbaijan exported goods worth $17.1286 million to Armenia in January-June of this year.

World
International Moon Day marks new era of space exploration

International Moon Day marks new era of space exploration

Every year on July 20, people around the world celebrate International Moon Day, a global observance that recognizes one of humanity's greatest achievements in space exploration, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]

National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]

As part of the Venice Biennale, works by Azerbaijani artists are being exhibited at Palazzo da Mula, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
State Academic Musical Theatre shines at Vagif Poetry Days [PHOTOSO]

State Academic Musical Theatre shines at Vagif Poetry Days [PHOTOSO]

The creative team of the Azerbaijan State Academic Musical Theatre has participated in the Vagif Poetry Days held in Shusha, organized jointly by the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry and the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, 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
Azerbaijan Navy holds graduation ceremony for Basic Diver Course [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Azerbaijan Navy holds graduation ceremony for Basic Diver Course [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Pursuant to the relevant order of the First Deputy Minister of Defense – Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijan Army, a graduation ceremony for the Basic Diver Course was held in the Azerbaijan Navy.

Sports
Bayern Munich and PSG launch official bids for Djed Spence

Bayern Munich and PSG launch official bids for Djed Spence

Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain have entered a high-stakes transfer battle to secure the signature of Tottenham Hotspur and England defender Djed Spence, AzerNEWS reports.

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