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Azerbaijan’s Karabakh victory offers lessons in the future of warfare

Azerbaijan’s Karabakh victory offers lessons in the future of warfare

Azerbaijan's victory in the Karabakh war in 2020 changed the balance of power in the South Caucasus. After several weeks of fighting, Azerbaijani troops regained control of several territories lost in the 1990s. For 44 days, Azerbaijani troops, advancing every day, liberated one occupied region after another: Jabrayil, Fuzuli, Zangilan, Gubadli and, finally, Shusha. Azerbaijan's victory was the result of many years of efforts, both on the diplomatic and military fronts. The country has successfully exposed Armenia's aggressive policy, which has caused a resonance in the international community. The victorious operation codenamed "Iron Fist" demonstrated the high tactical training and discipline of the Azerbaijani army. As a result, on November 10, 2020, Armenia signed an Act of Surrender, admitting defeat.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev inspects construction of Aghdam District Central Hospital [PHOTOS]

President Ilham Aliyev inspects construction of Aghdam District Central Hospital [PHOTOS]

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev inspected the progress of construction at the 210-bed Aghdam District Central Hospital on November 7.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan's Chirag platform produces nearly 108 million tonnes of oil over 29 years

Azerbaijan's Chirag platform produces nearly 108 million tonnes of oil over 29 years

Azerbaijan's Chirag offshore platform has produced 107.8 million tonnes of oil and 25 billion cubic metres of natural gas since operations began in 1997, according to the Ministry of Energy.

Business
Europe looks to Central Asia to break China's grip on critical minerals

Europe looks to Central Asia to break China's grip on critical minerals

While Europe faces growing challenges in securing critical raw materials, the Central Asian region has become key to the European Union's strategy to diversify its supply chains and reduce dependence on China. For decades, China has dominated the global market for rare earths and other important minerals, creating vulnerabilities for European industry, especially in high-tech sectors such as microchip manufacturing and renewable energy technologies.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia seeks to expand trade ties with Azerbaijan, Pashinyan says

Armenia seeks to expand trade ties with Azerbaijan, Pashinyan says

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said that Yerevan is maintaining its traditionally good relations with Georgia while taking steps to develop ties with Azerbaijan and expand bilateral trade.

World
Türkiye warns French-flagged vessel against unauthorised research in Eastern Mediterranean

Türkiye warns French-flagged vessel against unauthorised research in Eastern Mediterranean

Türkiye has warned that a French-flagged vessel is planning to conduct unauthorised marine scientific research in an area of the Eastern Mediterranean that Ankara considers part of its continental shelf.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva visited a social sewing facility operating in the city of Shamakhi on October 26.

Culture
Azerbaijan’s Gaya Ensemble blends folk music and jazz at Victory Day concert [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan’s Gaya Ensemble blends folk music and jazz at Victory Day concert [PHOTOS]

The State “Gaya” Ensemble has performed a concert as part of the “Music at the Museum” project organized by the Azerbaijan National Art Museum.

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
Palestine expresses gratitude to Azerbaijan for humanitarian support

Palestine expresses gratitude to Azerbaijan for humanitarian support

The State of Palestine has expressed its gratitude to Azerbaijan for its support in the political, humanitarian, educational and cultural fields.

Sports
Argentina to retire Lionel Messi's No. 10 shirt for upcoming friendlies

Argentina to retire Lionel Messi's No. 10 shirt for upcoming friendlies

Argentina will not use the iconic No. 10 shirt in their upcoming international friendly matches following Lionel Messi's departure from the national team.

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