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Could freezing Ukraine war contain Russia's regional ambitions

Could freezing Ukraine war contain Russia's regional ambitions

This issue extends beyond Ukraine. A durable freeze could potentially reduce the perception of Russia as an unpredictable military force across the wider post-Soviet space. In recent years, Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan have all had to factor Russian unpredictability into their strategic calculations, albeit in very different ways.

Nation
MEDIA responds to Iran's 'hostile media' list with reciprocal measures

MEDIA responds to Iran's 'hostile media' list with reciprocal measures

Azerbaijan's Media Development Agency (MEDIA) has declared the activities of several Iranian media organizations illegal in response to Iran's decision to designate Azerbaijani media outlets as "hostile media organizations" and threaten criminal prosecution against individuals cooperating with them, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Türkiye reports BTC pipeline oil transportation volumes

Türkiye reports BTC pipeline oil transportation volumes

In June of this year, 16.398 million barrels of oil were transported through Turkish territory via the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) oil pipeline. According to Türkiye’s state pipeline company BOTAŞ, the figure stood at...

Business
Azerbaijan’s exports to European Union reach $8 billion

Azerbaijan’s exports to European Union reach $8 billion

Azerbaijan exported goods worth $8.04 billion to European Union countries in the first six months of this year. The figure represents...

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Baku Court of Appeal continues hearings in appeals by Armenian war criminals [PHOTOS]

Baku Court of Appeal continues hearings in appeals by Armenian war criminals [PHOTOS]

Baku Court of Appeal continued hearings on the appeals filed by citizens of the Republic of Armenia — Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Ghukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others — who were convicted by the Baku Military Court of crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, including the preparation and conduct of aggressive war, genocide, violations of the laws and customs of war, terrorism, financing of terrorism, forcible seizure of power, and numerous other crimes resulting from Armenia’s military aggression against Azerbaijan.

World
German police criticized over failure to prevent Berlin Pride massacre

German police criticized over failure to prevent Berlin Pride massacre

German law enforcement authorities are facing mounting criticism after failing to prevent a deadly vehicle and machete attack near Berlin's annual Pride parade, despite the attacker having been known to security agencies, AzerNEWS reports via Euronews.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Fifth National Highland Festival opens its doors to visitors in Goygol [PHOTOS]

Fifth National Highland Festival opens its doors to visitors in Goygol [PHOTOS]

The opening ceremony of the 5th National Highland Festival has taken place at the Khan Yurdu Ethno-Village, located in Yeni Zod village, Goygol district, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Luke Skywalker's original lightsaber sold for record price at auction

Luke Skywalker's original lightsaber sold for record price at auction

The original lightsaber used by Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back has been sold at auction for $3.75 million, setting a new world record for a screen-used prop from the film franchise, AzerNEWS reports, citing foreign media.

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
FIFA World Cup 2030 to be hosted across six countries

FIFA World Cup 2030 to be hosted across six countries

The 2030 FIFA World Cup will be held across six countries in a historic edition of the tournament, with Uruguay, Argentina, Paraguay, Morocco, Portugal, and Spain serving as hosts, AzerNEWS reports.

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