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Azerbaijan refused to choose sides - Moscow's response shows result

Azerbaijan refused to choose sides - Moscow's response shows result

There is often a temptation in geopolitics to interpret every telephone call between leaders as a dramatic signal of friendship or hostility. But Vladimir Putin’s latest call to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev is interesting precisely because it points to something more durable than the diplomatic arena: Azerbaijan’s ability to maintain working relationships with competing powers without becoming politically subordinate to any of them.

Nation
Vladimir Putin makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev

Vladimir Putin makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev

On July 28, President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin made a phone call to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light crude oil price declines on global markets

Azeri Light crude oil price declines on global markets

The price of one barrel of Azeri Light crude dropped by ....

Business
Azerbaijan’s hotel stays decline by 8.3% in first half of 2026

Azerbaijan’s hotel stays decline by 8.3% in first half of 2026

The number of overnight stays in hotels and hotel-type accommodation facilities in Azerbaijan decreased in the first half of 2026, according to data from the State Statistics Committee, AzerNEWS reports.

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
Kurdish-led SDF reportedly preparing to dissolve

Kurdish-led SDF reportedly preparing to dissolve

The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) are reportedly preparing to announce their dissolution within weeks as part of an ongoing political transition in northeastern Syria, AzerNEWS reports.

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
Baku, Islamabad seek to deepen cultural relations [PHOTOS]

Baku, Islamabad seek to deepen cultural relations [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Culture Minister Adil Karimli has discussed prospects of cooperation with Pakistan's Ambassador to Azerbaijan Qasim Mohiuddin, AzerNEWS reports.

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
Mikayil Jabbarov highlights Azerbaijan's growing sports reputation

Mikayil Jabbarov highlights Azerbaijan's growing sports reputation

Azerbaijan continues to expand its reputation as a trusted host of major international sporting events, welcoming athletes and officials from around the world to compete at the highest level, AzerNEWS reports.

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