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Azerbaijan’s new fertilizer plant targets exports four times its home market

Azerbaijan’s new fertilizer plant targets exports four times its home market

The scale of the project highlights its economic significance. Azerbaijan’s annual domestic demand for potassium sulfate stands at approximately 10,000 tonnes, while the plant’s designed capacity reaches 40,000 tonnes.

Nation
Ramzan Kadyrov reiterates condolences over Baku–Grozny aircraft crash

Ramzan Kadyrov reiterates condolences over Baku–Grozny aircraft crash

“On my own behalf and on behalf of the entire Chechen people, I would like to once again express my deepest condolences over the crash of the Baku–Grozny aircraft in December 2024. This is a shared sorrow,” Head of the Chechen Republic of the Russian Federation Ramzan Kadyrov said during his meeting with President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev in Baku.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price falls 1.8% per barrel

Azeri Light oil price falls 1.8% per barrel

Despite the latest decline, the price remains significantly above the benchmark used in Azerbaijan’s state budget for 2026. The government calculated this year’s budget based on an average Azeri Light crude oil price of $65 per barrel.

Business
Azerbaijan's cotton exports rise 23.3% in January-August

Azerbaijan's cotton exports rise 23.3% in January-August

Azerbaijan exported cotton worth $187.93 million to foreign markets in January-August 2026, marking a 23.3% increase compared with the same period last year.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Hadrut’s liberation: strategic turning point in Azerbaijan’s 44-Day war

Hadrut’s liberation: strategic turning point in Azerbaijan’s 44-Day war

October 9 holds a special place in Azerbaijan’s modern history as the anniversary of Hadrut’s liberation during the 44-day Patriotic War of 2020. Located in the Khojavand district of Karabakh, Hadrut occupied a strategically important position because of its mountainous terrain, surrounding heights and connections with neighboring areas. Its liberation strengthened Azerbaijan’s military position in the southern part of the battlefield and created favorable conditions for subsequent operations toward Shusha.

World
Katie Zachariah named New White House Press Secretary by Donald Trump

Katie Zachariah named New White House Press Secretary by Donald Trump

Trump shared the announcement on his Truth Social platform, noting that Zachariah currently serves as a senior communications adviser at the social media company.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Azerbaijan spotlights literature and publishing at Frankfurt Book Fair [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan spotlights literature and publishing at Frankfurt Book Fair [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan is presenting its literary heritage and book culture at the 78th Frankfurt Book Fair, which opened in Frankfurt.

Culture
'Seven Beauties' captivates audiences at Heydar Aliyev Palace [PHOTOS]

'Seven Beauties' captivates audiences at Heydar Aliyev Palace [PHOTOS]

Gara Garayev's ballet Seven Beauties was staged at Heydar Aliyev Palace in Baku on October 8.

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
Remains of 16 people discovered in Azerbaijan's Karabakh

Remains of 16 people discovered in Azerbaijan's Karabakh

The remains of 16 people were discovered in Karabakh three days ago, Akif Guliyev, head of the Forensic Archaeology Department at the Institute of Archaeology and Anthropology of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS), has said.

Sports
Third stage of International Khankandi Ultramarathon concludes [PHOTOS]

Third stage of International Khankandi Ultramarathon concludes [PHOTOS]

The third stage of the 3rd International Khankandi Ultramarathon has concluded, with athletes covering 46.8 kilometres from Barda to Aghdam.

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