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Energy markets eye Black Sea as next chokepoint in global supply [OPINION]

Energy markets eye Black Sea as next chokepoint in global supply [OPINION]

The global energy market has spent much of the past two decades fixated on the vulnerability of the Strait of Hormuz, while a quieter and potentially more unpredictable risk is emerging closer to Europe’s doorstep. The Black Sea, long regarded as a secondary theatre in global energy logistics, is rapidly becoming a focal point of concern as geopolitical tensions, asymmetric warfare and logistical fragilities converge.

Nation
Armenia heads to polls: state and old elites collide [ANALYSIS]

Armenia heads to polls: state and old elites collide [ANALYSIS]

With Robert Kocharyan back on the ballot, a war on the church, contested arrests and a deeply uncertain electorate, June's election feels less like a democratic contest than a national reckoning

Oil & Gas
US eases Iran oil sanctions to release 140 million barrels to market

US eases Iran oil sanctions to release 140 million barrels to market

The US Treasury on Friday temporarily lifted sanctions on Iranian oil already loaded onto vessels, in Washington’s latest effort to ease a supply crisis linked to the war in the Middle East.

Business
AzerGold organises social campaign on occasion of Ramadan and Novruz holidays [PHOTOS]

AzerGold organises social campaign on occasion of Ramadan and Novruz holidays [PHOTOS]

“AzerGold” Closed Joint-Stock Company (CJSC) has carried out a social responsibility campaign in connection with the holy month of Ramadan and the Novruz holiday.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia reports no complaints over Azerbaijani fuel quality amid growing trade

Armenia reports no complaints over Azerbaijani fuel quality amid growing trade

The quality of Azerbaijani gasoline has been high, no complaints have been recorded regarding the quality of Azerbaijani gasoline supplied to Armenia, according to Gevorg Papoyan.

World
Iraq cuts Basra oil output by 70% amid regional escalation

Iraq cuts Basra oil output by 70% amid regional escalation

Iraq has cut oil production in the Basra fields by about 70%, reducing output from 3.3 million barrels per day to around 900,000, following the suspension of crude exports from southern ports, AzerNEWS reports, citing Anadolu Agency.

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
Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions are now open for the art exhibition "Colors of Spring" (Baharın rəngləri), held under the motto: "Stay in Touch with Nature – Capture Its Charm," AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
International Nowruz Day celebrated worldwide

International Nowruz Day celebrated worldwide

Today marks the celebration of International Nowruz Day, a holiday observed by millions across the globe as a symbol of renewal and the arrival of spring, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Events
First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva makes post on occasion of Ramadan holiday

First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva makes post on occasion of Ramadan holiday

First Vice-President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva has made a post on her social media accounts on the occasion of the Ramadan holiday.

Sports
Azerbaijan’s judoka claims silver at Tbilisi Grand Slam

Azerbaijan’s judoka claims silver at Tbilisi Grand Slam

The Judo Grand Slam Tbilisi has kicked off in Tbilisi, with Azerbaijan’s national team making an immediate impact on the opening day.

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