June 15 marks day traditional diplomacy saved Middle East from open war
The recent announcement of a memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington marks a staggering, if fragile, turning point in modern geopolitics. Signed on June 15, this preliminary diplomatic framework arrives at a moment when the international community has grown dangerously accustomed to permanent friction in the Middle East.
Muharram to begin in Azerbaijan on June 16, Ashura to be observed on June 25
The holy month of Muharram will begin in Azerbaijan on June 16, according to the Caucasus Muslims Board (CMB), AzerNEWS reports.
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.
German companies sign contracts with SOCAR for around 2 billion cubic meters of gas annually
German companies have signed agreements with Azerbaijan’s state energy company SOCAR for the purchase of approximately 2 billion cubic meters of natural gas per year, German Ambassador to Azerbaijan Ralf Horlemann said during a press briefing in Baku, AzerNEWS reports.
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.
Russian man who left his country to avoid military service faces deportation from France
A Russian man who fled the country in June 2025 to avoid military service still faces deportation, AzerNEWS reports via the French newspaper Le Monde. Daniil Mukhammetov jumped from a transit train traveling from Adler to Kaliningrad as it passed through Lithuanian territory, then made his way to Finland and applied for asylum.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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June 15 marks day traditional diplomacy saved Middle East from open war
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German companies sign contracts with SOCAR for around 2 billion cubic meters of gas annually
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Shusha Declaration marks fifth anniversary
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Azerbaijan investment firms report sharp decline in combined assets
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Azerbaijan welcomes agreement between U.S. and Iran
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Iran may continue low-level uranium enrichment, Trump says
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Ben-Gvir: Israel not bound by Trump-backed agreement
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President Ilham Aliyev: Our country is pursuing a resolute policy towards establishing a lasting environment of peace and stability in the region
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Turkish Embassy congratulates Azerbaijan on National Salvation Day
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President Ilham Aliyev addresses participants at international conference in Shusha
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Shusha becomes platform for global dialogue on peace and cooperation [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan increases steel imports from Türkiye by over 40%
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Turkmenistan's President to make official visit to Azerbaijan
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Inside 14-point Iran-US memorandum: ceasefire, asset release, and preconditions
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Tehran and Washington set Friday date for diplomatic MoU
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Day Azerbaijan chose to become a state
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President Ilham Aliyev makes post on June 15 - National Salvation Day [PHOTO]
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First VP Mehriban Aliyeva shares post on occasion of June 15 - National Salvation Day [PHOTO]
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Some US states said to launch OpenAI probe
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Teen shot, buses burned as Knicks title celebrations turn violent in New York
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Iran said to agree to pause nuclear program until final deal
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Armenia's elections echo Russia's 2006 Georgia playbook, activist says
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Chamber of Accounts: Receivables in Azerbaijan rise faster than budget spending
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Putin to attend Russia-ASEAN summit
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Restoration work underway on 25 roads after flood damage in Azerbaijan [VIDEO]
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Defense Ministry presents review of events of last week [VIDEO]
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Fico 'disappointed' over EU's role in Ukraine war
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Hikmet Hajiyev, Armen Grigoryan discuss peace agenda at Dilijan meeting
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Beijing–Baku agreement unlocks new era for Azerbaijan’s agribusiness exports
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IDF strikes Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut
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Pakistan launches first carbon market pilot project in Lahore [VIDEO]
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City Library highlighted as one of WUF13’s most inspiring spaces
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AZAL cancels Baku–Nakhchivan flights due to adverse weather
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Starmer: Russian tanker intercepted in English Channel
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Dry cargo volumes at Port of Baku surge 77% in January-May
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Iran said to still review final decision on deal with US
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Azerbaijani chess players to compete at World Junior Championship in Italy
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Israel orders several towns in Lebanon to evacuate
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Bank BTB transformed into non-bank credit organization
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Two Russian airports impose flight bans
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Riots break out in New York City after Knicks win
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Baku prepares to host Islamic Development Bank annual meetings
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Knicks beat Spurs to win first NBA trophy in 53 years
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Azerbaijan’s new agricultural program signals shift toward food independence
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China opposes US move to add Alibaba, BYD to military-linked list
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US rejects Iranian proposal on frozen assets as Qatar proposes $12 billion alternative formula
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Former Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán vows political comeback after Fidesz re-election
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US will not allow illegal Iran oil transport or blockade breaches, Rubio says
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Russia says Ukraine attacked transport workshop of Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant
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Shark attack at Sydney’s Coogee beach leaves swimmer critically injured
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OpenAI investigated by 42 US State attorneys general over safety and data privacy
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Swedish jets scrambled twice to intercept Russian aircraft over Baltic Sea
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Second International Barbecue Festival started in Shamakhi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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EU to start Ukraine and Moldova membership talks next week as Hungary lifts veto
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Azerbaijan and US deepen ties in high-level economic and transit talks [PHOTOS]
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Alat cargo airport signals Azerbaijan’s next economic transformation
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France inflation rate rises to 2.4% in May fueled by energy costs
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US and Iran agree on framework for Middle East peace deal, Pakistan PM Says
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Netanyahu caught off guard as Trump pushes rapid US-Iran peace agreement
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Turkic States launch new antitrust working groups at Shusha Competition Forum
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Date and location of Seyyed Ali Khamenei's funeral announced
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Azerbaijan Parliament Speaker Sahiba Gafarova meets Cambodian Senate Leader
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Aghdam celebrates historic first 'last bell' graduation ceremony in 33 years [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijani PM Ali Asadov meets with TRNC counterpart Ünal Üstel to boost bilateral ties
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President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to King Charles III
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Indian Air Force An-32 transport aircraft crashes at Jorhat Airbase
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Birol Küle calls for joint regulatory front at Shusha Turkic Competition Forum
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Azerbaijan to open new blood bank branches in Karabakh and East Zangezur
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No commercial ships allowed in Strait of Hormuz without permission, Iran warns
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OTS member states hit $40 billion in mutual investments for economic integration
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Pentagon releases third batch of declassified UFO documents online
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Azeri Light oil prices drop over 6% amid global market slump
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Shusha hosts Organization of Turkic States Competition Forum [PHOTOS]
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Switzerland offers venue for US-Iran deal signing
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Azerbaijan’s export strategy pushes into US market successfully
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