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Romania turns to Caspian and Black Sea in Europe's energy shift

Romania turns to Caspian and Black Sea in Europe's energy shift

Europe is entering a period in which energy security is once again becoming one of the continent’s most serious strategic challenges. After years of efforts to diversify energy supplies and reduce dependence on Russia, European countries have succeeded in changing the structure of their energy imports. Yet diversification has not eliminated vulnerability. Instead, it has exposed Europe to a wider range of geopolitical risks.

Nation
SOCAR, Canada's Gran Tierra prepare seismic survey in Guba-Caspian region

SOCAR, Canada's Gran Tierra prepare seismic survey in Guba-Caspian region

The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) plans to carry out 2D seismic exploration in partnership with Canadian energy company Gran Tierra Energy to further assess the geological structure of the Guba-Caspian oil and gas region, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Oil markets get glimpse of relief as tankers cross Hormuz under US escort

Oil markets get glimpse of relief as tankers cross Hormuz under US escort

The military situation in the Middle East remains tense, continuing to influence oil prices on global energy markets.

Business
Azercell and ADA University launch AI4Real Bootcamp

Azercell and ADA University launch AI4Real Bootcamp

Azercell continues investing in AI talent development in Azerbaijan

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Baku appeals court continues hearings on appeals by Armenian defendants [PHOTOS]

Baku appeals court continues hearings on appeals by Armenian defendants [PHOTOS]

At the court session, presided over by Judge Elmar Rahimov of the Baku Court of Appeal, joined by Judges Emin Mehdiyev and Mehriban Garayeva (Reserve Judge Ali Mammadov also participated), all individuals subject to appellate proceedings were provided with interpreters in their respective spoken languages—Armenian and Russian—as well as defense counsel to ensure their right to a defense.

World
Donald Trump warns Iran of tough U.S. response following Jordan attack

Donald Trump warns Iran of tough U.S. response following Jordan attack

U.S. President Donald Trump said that Washington would respond forcefully to Iran after Iranian forces launched a missile attack targeting U.S. military positions in Jordan.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Young chefs shine showcase country's culinary traditions in Malaysia [PHOTOS]

Young chefs shine showcase country's culinary traditions in Malaysia [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's national youth culinary team has achieved notable success at the 5th Global Culinary Challenge Malaysia, held in Kuala Lumpur, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Nationwide celebrations planned for National Cinema Day [PHOTOS]

Nationwide celebrations planned for National Cinema Day [PHOTOS]

The Azerbaijan Cinema Agency will launch a nationwide programme of events titled "Under the Light of the Stars" bringing the magic of Azerbaijani cinema to audiences across the country, 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 neutralises nearly 1,000 mines and UXOs in a week

Azerbaijan neutralises nearly 1,000 mines and UXOs in a week

The Azerbaijan Mine Action Agency (ANAMA) has released information on demining operations carried out by organisations involved in mine clearance activities in the territories liberated from occupation between July 20 and 26, AzerNEWS reports.

Sports
Young triathletes earn medals at competition in Belarus [PHOTOS]

Young triathletes earn medals at competition in Belarus [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's young triathletes have earned two medals at an international triathlon competition held in Minsk, Belarus, AzerNEWS reports.

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