Moldova’s unification debate, stripped of romance
For years, the idea of Moldova rejoining Romania hovered in the realm of sentiment—whispered at commemorations, debated in cafés, and carefully avoided in official speeches. Then President Maia Sandu said the quiet part out loud. By framing her hypothetical vote for reunification not as a romantic return to history but as a matter of security, Sandu signaled that Moldova’s most sensitive question has entered a new phase. In a region reshaped by war, identity alone no longer explains political choices; survival does.
Trump backs peace, signals US arms sales to Azerbaijan
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to sell US-made defense equipment to Azerbaijan, while reaffirming Washington’s support for the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia.
Moldova and US plan corridor to channel Azerbaijani gas to Europe
Moldova and the United States are advancing plans to develop a Vertical Gas Corridor capable of transporting Azerbaijani gas across Eastern Europe, Azernews reports.
Azerbaijan becomes Georgia’s second-largest cattle export market in 2025
In 2025, Georgia exported cattle worth $27 million to Azerbaijan, marking a 2.5-fold increase compared to 2024, according to the National Statistics Office of Georgia, Azernews reports.
Armenia, Azerbaijan to move toward energy integration, Pashinyan says
The energy systems of Armenia and Azerbaijan will be integrated, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced on Wednesday during a session of the National Assembly of Armenia, answering questions from MPs, Azernews reports.
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Cooperation expands in Caucasus as conflict gives way to dialogue [OPINION]
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Armenian president praises President Aliyev’s political will for regional peace
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Azerbaijan, Armenia assess Sadarak-Yeraskh railway section as part of regional connectivity push
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Pashinyan urges Russia to decide on restoring Armenia’s rail links to Azerbaijan and Türkiye
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).
China’s top general under investigation in latest military purge
The Chinese military’s top general is being investigated for suspected serious violations of discipline and law the Defense Ministry said Saturday, Azernews reports.
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Winter Fairy Tale: Azerbaijan launches contest for art exhibition
Aiming to foster a respectful attitude toward the environment among the younger generation and showcase the enchanting beauty of nature throughout the seasons, organisers have announced a call for submissions under the motto: "Get Closer to Nature – Capture Its Magic!" for the art exhibition "Winter Fairy Tale", dedicated to winter landscapes, Azernews reports.
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Shahriyar Cultural Center holds concert showcasing Western Azerbaijan's ashig art [PHOTOS]
A concert program titled "Western Azerbaijan Ashig Art Today" has taken place at Shahriyar Cultural Center, Azernews reports.
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January 20 Tragedy and continuity of statehood: Lessons from Heydar Aliyev’s legacy [PHOTOS]
A round-table discussion entitled “The January 20 Tragedy: The Just Voice of the National Leader Heydar Aliyev against the Silenced Outcry” was held at the NSU Scientific Library.
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Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation leadership visits Garabagh [PHOTOS]
The leadership of the Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation (AWF) has paid a visit to Garabagh region, Azernews reports.
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China’s top general under investigation in latest military purge
24 January 23:27 -
Chinese automaker takes over Nissan’s South African plant, safeguarding jobs
24 January 22:59 -
Azerbaijan becomes Georgia’s second-largest cattle export market in 2025
24 January 22:26 -
Venezuela advances major oil law overhaul to open sector to private and foreign firms
24 January 21:58 -
Moldova and US plan corridor to channel Azerbaijani gas to Europe
24 January 21:21 -
Moldova’s unification debate, stripped of romance
24 January 20:50 -
Pentagon’s new strategy: Russia a “manageable threat,” China a growing challenge
24 January 20:20 -
Trump names 'secret weapon' used in Venezuela
24 January 19:56 -
Zelensky: Talks in Abu Dhabi were constructive
24 January 19:24 -
Syria seeks Türkiye’s support to develop oil fields reclaimed from SDF
24 January 18:55 -
Trump: 100% tariff for Canada in case of China deal
24 January 18:27 -
Azerbaijan’s oil exports to Portugal fall sharply in 2025, but remain part of broader trade flows
24 January 17:53 -
Ukraine talks to resume in Abu Dhabi next week
24 January 17:27 -
Azerbaijan cuts oil exports to Germany despite steady global shipments
24 January 16:29 -
US, Russia, Ukraine resume talks in Abu Dhabi
24 January 15:57 -
Nipah virus outbreak in India: What we know about West Bengal cases
24 January 15:24 -
Dugin and Solovyov’s rhetoric reveals Kremlin’s new priorities in post-soviet space
24 January 15:10 -
Orban: Ukraine interfering in Hungarian election
24 January 14:47 -
Business activity expands in Garabagh and East Zangezur
24 January 14:14 -
Russia bombs Ukraine while peace talks sit idle in Abu Dhabi
24 January 13:53 -
Azerbaijan road freight reaches record levels, reflecting 10% increase
24 January 13:28 -
8 dead, more than 80 missing after landslide in Indonesia
24 January 13:05 -
Middle Corridor gains speed as China–Azerbaijan rail transit time drops
24 January 12:44 -
Manat holds firm against dollar, rises versus euro and ruble
24 January 12:09 -
Trump backs peace, signals US arms sales to Azerbaijan
24 January 11:40 -
UAV carrying drugs from Iran shot down at Azerbaijan border
24 January 11:19 -
Some airlines cancel flights to Middle East
24 January 10:51 -
Lula accuses Trump of building 'new UN'
24 January 10:22 -
US vice president to visit Azerbaijan, Armenia, Trump says
24 January 09:48 -
TikTok wins green light in US
24 January 09:00 -
SOCAR, Africa and Europe: mapping Azerbaijan’s expanding energy footprint
24 January 08:30 -
bp supports publication highlighting key facts about the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic [PHOTOS]
24 January 08:00 -
World’s first luxury design robot unveiled
23 January 23:30 -
China imports last cheap Venezuelan oil
23 January 22:47 -
Hyundai protests humanoid robot use
23 January 22:05 -
AI struggles to recognize dialects in Swedish hospitals
23 January 21:33 -
Japan sees steady increase in core consumer prices [PHOTOS]
23 January 20:47 -
Spain refuses to join Trump's Board of Peace
23 January 20:09 -
Shahriyar Cultural Center holds concert showcasing Western Azerbaijan's ashig art [PHOTOS]
23 January 19:41 -
Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation leadership visits Garabagh [PHOTOS]
23 January 19:11 -
'Azerbaijani Culture – 2040' Cultural Concept presented in Baku [PHOTOS]
23 January 18:32 -
AZAL partners with Accelya to advance its NDC retail strategy
23 January 18:15 -
Uzeyir Hajibayli Award presented on occasion of composer's anniversary [PHOTOS]
23 January 17:56 -
What Davos revealed about erosion of rules-based international order [COMMENTARY]
23 January 17:44 -
Smartphone imports fall in volume but rise in value in 2025 as average prices climb
23 January 17:39 -
Winter Fairy Tale: Azerbaijan launches contest for art exhibition
23 January 17:23 -
Philharmonic Hall holds literary and musical evening celebrating Aliagha Vahid's poetry [PHOTOS]
23 January 17:12 -
India’s reliance to restart Russian oil imports in February and March despite sanctions spotlight
23 January 17:08 -
Azerbaijan outbound travel slips but remains above pre‑pandemic levels
23 January 16:49 -
Cadenza Orchestra to perform at Int'l Mugham Center
23 January 16:37 -
Azerbaijan, Iran review ties and regional stability amid Tehran tensions [PHOTOS]
23 January 16:26 -
Azerbaijan’s tomato exports surge in 2025
23 January 16:18 -
Ganja to host Kapaz Dance Cup 2026
23 January 16:00 -
Azerbaijan participates in Snow Polo World Cup [PHOTOS]
23 January 15:43 -
Azerbaijan transport sector revenue hits ₼14.9 billion in 2025
23 January 15:42 -
National Art Museum holds lecture on Mirza Gadim Iravani's artistic legacy [PHOTOS]
23 January 15:24 -
Abu Dhabi hosts Russia-US-Ukraine talks, Donetsk remains key sticking point
23 January 15:04 -
Russian envoy in Germany expelled over spying allegations
23 January 14:47 -
Azerbaijan’s copper exports surge as domestic production accelerates
23 January 14:39 -
India rushes to contain deadly virus outbreak
23 January 14:24 -
Hungarian National Museum opens exhibition honoring Hunnic ruler [PHOTOS]
23 January 14:13 -
Ukraine, Russia and United States: What can realistically emerge from tripartite meeting?
23 January 13:55 -
Georgia’s aluminum imports from Azerbaijan more than double in 2025
23 January 13:38 -
Iran fires back at Zelensky after Davos remarks, calling him 'clown'
23 January 13:17 -
Azerbaijan-CIS trade grows for third straight year, reaching $7.635bln
23 January 12:59 -
Azerbaijan Premier League's matches to kick off today
23 January 12:36 -
Musk predicts AI will outgrow humanity’s intelligence and abundance is closer than we think
23 January 12:18 -
Azerbaijan leads Georgia’s cigarette imports as bilateral trade surges in 2025
23 January 12:00 -
Neftchi Sports Club athletes finish season in medal glory [PHOTOS]
23 January 11:39 -
“We’re watching Iran”: Trump orders US naval armada toward Gulf
23 January 11:21 -
Trump suggests using NATO provisions to curb illegal migration at US southern border
23 January 11:01 -
Russia, Ukraine and US hold first trilateral peace talks in UAE since 2022 invasion
23 January 10:53 -
S&P Global Ratings Sees Azerbaijan’s Banks Remaining Resilient in 2026
23 January 10:42 -
Azeri Light crude prices decline at Augusta and Ceyhan ports
23 January 10:21 -
Baku brings together regional leaders for clean energy transition discussions
23 January 10:00 -
Trump: Big retaliation if Europe sells US assets
23 January 09:00 -
Gas prices spike in EU as winter bites, and what that means for Azerbaijan
23 January 08:30 -
Blue Origin launches Starlink rival project
23 January 08:00 -
Dyson targets Korean market with tailored appliances
22 January 23:36 -
Minister Bolat outlines Türkiye’s export-led growth strategy amid global uncertainty
22 January 23:07 -
EU bans suitcase wrapping for air travelers
22 January 22:53 -
Kia lowers EV prices in Korea due to competition
22 January 22:22 -
World’s oldest rock art found in Indonesian cave
22 January 21:47 -
Video of President Aliyev at Peace Charter signing and meeting with US President shared online [VIDEO]
22 January 21:28 -
Footage of Azerbaijani President's participation in WEF in Davos posted on his social media accounts [VIDEO]
22 January 21:23 -
Major manufacturers restrict infant formula distribution
22 January 21:21 -
ASELSAN deploys advanced air traffic control radar at Damascus airport
22 January 20:52 -
Foxconn and Mitsubishi to produce EV buses in Japan
22 January 20:20 -
South Korea enacts first comprehensive AI safety law
22 January 19:20 -
Erdoğan unveils 445 billion-lira youth employment programme
22 January 18:47 -
Bahruz Kangarli at 133: short life that shaped Azerbaijani realist art [PHOTOS]
22 January 18:15 -
Parliamentary Youth and Sports Committee approves 2026 spring plan
22 January 17:58 -
Hybrid cars make up nearly 60% of Azerbaijan’s vehicle imports in 2025
22 January 17:29 -
Gaza, Davos and diplomacy: Azerbaijan’s growing role in global peace-building
22 January 17:11 -
Azerbaijan’s fruits and vegetables exports jump drastically with value topping $900 million
22 January 16:53 -
Azerbaijan’s electricity exports to Georgia drop in 2025 despite overall trade
22 January 16:35 -
Azerbaijan boosts oil and petroleum exports to Romania by nearly 50% in 2025
22 January 16:19 -
Parliamentary Committee on Science and Education holds first meeting of spring session [PHOTOS]
22 January 15:58 -
President Ilham Aliyev, U.S. President hold expanded meeting in Davos [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
22 January 15:54 -
Azerbaijan fuel imports shift exponentially with AI-92 falling and premium gasoline rising
22 January 15:33