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Russian ambitions after Ukraine put post-Soviet space on alert

Russian ambitions after Ukraine put post-Soviet space on alert

Recent years have shown that the geopolitical order in the former Soviet space is rapidly shifting. States in the South Caucasus and Central Asia are redefining their foreign policies, prioritizing national sovereignty, diversified partnerships and regional connectivity over reliance on Moscow. This shift threatens the traditional dominance of the Kremlin. Given Russia’s recent resurgence of confidence, especially after what many in Moscow consider gains in Ukraine, there is a growing risk that the Kremlin may attempt to reassert its influence through interference in neighboring regions.

Nation
Court hearing continues in case against Armenian citizen accused of war crimes and terrorism [PHOTOS]

Court hearing continues in case against Armenian citizen accused of war crimes and terrorism [PHOTOS]

The trial of Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan, accused of crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, terrorism, financing of terrorism, and other serious offenses under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan, continued on December 1.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan resumes oil exports to Denmark after year-long pause

Azerbaijan resumes oil exports to Denmark after year-long pause

Azerbaijan has resumed the export of crude oil and petroleum products to Denmark for the first time since last year, according to new data from the State Customs Committee, Azernews reports.

Business
Azerbaijan resumes tomato shipments to Kazakhstan after two-year break

Azerbaijan resumes tomato shipments to Kazakhstan after two-year break

Azerbaijan exported 144,029 tonnes of tomatoes worth 157.2 million USD in January–September of this year, Azernews reports, citing the State Statistical Committee.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
OSCE officially closes Minsk process following joint appeal by Azerbaijan and Armenia

OSCE officially closes Minsk process following joint appeal by Azerbaijan and Armenia

The OSCE has formally completed the dissolution of the Minsk Process and all structures linked to it, marking the end of the decades-long mediation format on the former Armenia–Azerbaijan conflict, Azernews reports.

Armenian Aggression
Azerbaijan clears thousands of mines and UXO in liberated territories

Azerbaijan clears thousands of mines and UXO in liberated territories

The Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA) has reported significant progress in demining operations across the country’s liberated territories, Azernews reports.

World
Amazon and Google launch multi-cloud service

Amazon and Google launch multi-cloud service

Amazon and Google have unveiled a jointly developed multi-cloud network service aimed at meeting the rising demand for fast and reliable connectivity, 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

Lifestyle
Commonwealth Countries strengthen cooperation in film production [PHOTOS]

Commonwealth Countries strengthen cooperation in film production [PHOTOS]

The film industry has become a key platform for cultural exchange and creative collaboration among CIS countries.

Culture
Heydar Aliyev Foundation partners in OIC Culture Festival: “Baku Creative Week 2025”

Heydar Aliyev Foundation partners in OIC Culture Festival: “Baku Creative Week 2025”

The Heydar Aliyev Foundation has joined as a partner for the Islamic Cooperation Organization (OIC) Culture Festival. The event, titled “OIC Culture Festival: Baku Creative Week – 2025,” will take place from December 5 to 11, organized by the OIC in collaboration with Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Culture, Azernews reports.

Events
Azerbaijani Embassy in Italy joins Charity Bazaar in Rome [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani Embassy in Italy joins Charity Bazaar in Rome [PHOTOS]

Officials from the Azerbaijani Embassy in Italy, the country's Permanent Mission to the FAO, and its Cultural Center in Rome have participated in the 56th International Festival Charity Bazaar organized by the UN Women's Guild (UNWG) at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Azernews reports.

Sports
National karate fighter claims bronze at World Championships

National karate fighter claims bronze at World Championships

Azerbaijani karateka Irina Zaretska has claimed a bronze medal at the 27th Karate World Championships, Azernews reports.

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