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Raza Pahlavi: I would side with Khamenei against Azerbaijanis - shocking revelation

Raza Pahlavi: I would side with Khamenei against Azerbaijanis - shocking revelation

The protests that began on December 28, 2025, and engulfed all of Iran exposed many internal cracks within the country. While the global media and the media of neighboring countries mostly highlighted fractures within the government, it was also noticeable that there were certain cracks among the protesters themselves.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev: I am confident there will be no more war

President Ilham Aliyev: I am confident there will be no more war

“The longing of many long years is now behind us; justice and righteousness have prevailed with victory. Azerbaijan has fully restored its territorial integrity and sovereignty,” said President Ilham Aliyev during his meeting with residents of the villages of Ashaghi Oratagh, Childiran, Heyvali, and Chapar in the Aghdara district.

Oil & Gas
Over 54 bcm of gas delivered to Europe via TAP as Azerbaijan–Italy energy ties expand

Over 54 bcm of gas delivered to Europe via TAP as Azerbaijan–Italy energy ties expand

More than 54.3 billion cubic meters of natural gas have been transported to Europe through the Trans-Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) to date, Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov said at the sixth meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation between Azerbaijan and Italy held in Baku, Azernews reports.

Business
Google to ease online shopping with AI

Google to ease online shopping with AI

Google has unveiled the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP), an open standard designed to simplify the integration of online shopping features into chatbot dialogue interfaces. The development involved collaboration with retail industry representatives, ensuring that the protocol addresses key seller needs and enhances the efficiency of digital sales channels, Azernews reports.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Baku citizens question how far trade with Armenia can go [COVERAGE]

Baku citizens question how far trade with Armenia can go [COVERAGE]

Rolling sluggishly from Guzdek station on January 8, 2025, the tank cars opened a new chapter in Azerbaijani-Armenian history. On the platform, a middle-aged man in a reflective jacket, half-jokingly, half-seriously whispered, “We have lived to see this day,” as the screeching wheels of the fuel-laden train echoed around him. Against this backdrop, it is impossible to reproach him: the two countries have been locked in war for three decades, and the history of their enmity stretches far beyond the dawn of their independence.

Armenian Aggression
Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

A landmine explosion occurred in the Qızıloba village area of Ağdərə district, recently liberated from occupation, resulting in injury to a humanitarian worker, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

World
Ukraine strikes deep into Russia, hitting key drone facility in Taganrog

Ukraine strikes deep into Russia, hitting key drone facility in Taganrog

While Moscow continues to carve out small territorial gains in Ukraine, Kyiv tries to demonstrate its striking power based on restricted and domestically produced resources.

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

Lifestyle
Stars in spotlight: Inside 2026 Golden Globes Red Carpet and Awards Night

Stars in spotlight: Inside 2026 Golden Globes Red Carpet and Awards Night

Beverly Hills shimmered under the spotlight as the 2026 Golden Globes unfolded, a dazzling evening brimming with glamour, style, and Hollywood's brightest stars, Azernews reports, citing international media outlets.

Culture
Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan expand academic and cultural cooperation in Tashkent [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan expand academic and cultural cooperation in Tashkent [PHOTOS]

The Heydar Aliyev Azerbaijan Cultural Center, operating under the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Uzbekistan, continues to play a key role in strengthening humanitarian, cultural, and educational ties between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan.

Events
Myanmar holds second phase of military-run election amid war and international criticism

Myanmar holds second phase of military-run election amid war and international criticism

Voters across conflict-hit Myanmar returned to polling stations on Sunday as the military authorities pushed ahead with the second phase of a junta-organised election, despite widespread criticism and scepticism following weak participation in the first round.

Sports
Youth and Sports Minister meets top athletes following int'l successes [PHOTOS]

Youth and Sports Minister meets top athletes following int'l successes [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Youth and Sports Minister Farid Gayibov has met with athletes who achieved outstanding results in international competitions over the past month, Azernews reports.

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