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Shusha Declaration marks fifth anniversary

Shusha Declaration marks fifth anniversary

Five years have passed since the signing of the Shusha Declaration, one of the most significant political documents underpinning the brotherly and strategic alliance between Azerbaijan and Türkiye.

Nation
Prime Minister Ali Asadov visits grave of National Leader Heydar Aliyev in Alley of Honors

Prime Minister Ali Asadov visits grave of National Leader Heydar Aliyev in Alley of Honors

Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ali Asadov visited the grave of National Leader Heydar Aliyev, the architect and founder of the modern and independent Azerbaijani state, in the Alley of Honors.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil prices drop over 6% amid global market slump

Azeri Light oil prices drop over 6% amid global market slump

The price of Azerbaijan's flagship "Azeri Light" crude oil has experienced a sharp decline, dropping by $6.35, or 6.57%, to settle at $90.50 per barrel on a CIF basis at the Italian port of Augusta, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Azerbaijan investment firms report sharp decline in combined assets

Azerbaijan investment firms report sharp decline in combined assets

The combined assets of Azerbaijan’s 12 investment companies operating in the securities market stood at 173.172 million manats as of January 1, 2026, AzerNEWS reports, citing the latest market data.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan facilitates another transit shipment from Russia to Armenia

Azerbaijan facilitates another transit shipment from Russia to Armenia

According to the information, 7 railway wagons carrying 490 tons of wheat will be dispatched today from the Bilajari station toward the Boyuk Kesik direction.

World
IMF reaches staff-level agreement on new $690 million disbursement for Ukraine

IMF reaches staff-level agreement on new $690 million disbursement for Ukraine

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement to provide Ukraine with approximately $690 million in additional financial assistance following the completion of the first review of the country’s ongoing lending program, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Winners of Azerbaijan Open Dance Championship announced in Baku [PHOTOS]

Winners of Azerbaijan Open Dance Championship announced in Baku [PHOTOS]

The final tournament of the 2025–2026 Azerbaijan Open Dance Championship in non-sport dance disciplines has concluded in Baku, becoming one of the most striking events of the dance season, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
National musicians fascinate audience in Uzbekistan [PHOTOS]

National musicians fascinate audience in Uzbekistan [PHOTOS]

Spectacular concert program dedicated to the rich heritage of Azerbaijani music has been presented at the Uzbekistan State Conservatory in Tashkent, 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
Earthquake hits Azerbaijan's Gabala district

Earthquake hits Azerbaijan's Gabala district

According to the Republican Seismic Survey Center, the earthquake occurred in the Gabala district, approximately 11 kilometers southwest of the Gabala seismic station.

Sports
Azerbaijani chess players to compete at World Junior Championship in Italy

Azerbaijani chess players to compete at World Junior Championship in Italy

The World Junior Chess Championship is set to take place in Montesilvano, bringing together young talents from 86 countries, AzerNEWS reports.

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