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Across Caspian, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan are building Eurasia’s future

Across Caspian, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan are building Eurasia’s future

As Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov touches down in Baku today, the optics of the welcome ceremony at Heydar Aliyev International Airport carry a significance that extends far beyond standard diplomatic protocol. In an era defined by fractured global supply chains and a relentless scramble for energy diversification, the meeting between the leaders of Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan represents a critical recalibration of the Eurasian economic map.

Nation
ANAMA clears more than 1,700 hectares of land from mines and unexploded ordnance

ANAMA clears more than 1,700 hectares of land from mines and unexploded ordnance

Azerbaijan's demining teams discovered and neutralized 29 anti-tank mines, 84 anti-personnel mines, and 514 pieces of unexploded ordnance (UXO) in the country's liberated territories between June 16 and June 21, AzerNEWS reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

Oil & Gas
Global oil prices decline

Global oil prices decline

Global oil prices recorded a decline on major commodity exchanges, reflecting ongoing market fluctuations and investor concerns over demand prospects.

Business
Azerbaijan's ferrous metal exports exceed $46 million in first five months of 2026

Azerbaijan's ferrous metal exports exceed $46 million in first five months of 2026

Azerbaijan recorded growth in ferrous metal exports during the first five months of 2026, reflecting increased overseas demand for the country's metallurgical products, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan to provide part of Armenia's international internet connectivity

Azerbaijan to provide part of Armenia's international internet connectivity

Azerbaijan and Armenia have taken another practical step toward regional connectivity, with telecommunications companies from the two countries signing agreements on internet transit services, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Russian mayor’s Telegram channel briefly hacked, revealing messages like 'Moscow will burn'

Russian mayor’s Telegram channel briefly hacked, revealing messages like 'Moscow will burn'

The personal Telegram channel of Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin was briefly compromised on June 21, with hackers posting a series of unexpected and politically charged messages before the account was restored, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Azerbaijan Tango Festival kicks off in Icherisheher [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Tango Festival kicks off in Icherisheher [PHOTOS]

The international tango festival El Calor en Baku – Azerbaijan Tango Festival, dedicated to Argentina's Flag Day, has officially opened in Baku, offering audiences a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the captivating world of Argentine tango, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Documentary honoring World War II hero premieres in Ljubljana [PHOTOS]

Documentary honoring World War II hero premieres in Ljubljana [PHOTOS]

A new documentary film dedicated to the life and heroism of the Azerbaijani partisan Mehdi Huseynzade has premiered at the Kinodvor cinema in Ljubljana, Slovenia, 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
Earthquake hits Caspian Sea

Earthquake hits Caspian Sea

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 18 km beneath the earth’s surface.

Sports
Young boxers claim major success at Olympic Hopes Tournament

Young boxers claim major success at Olympic Hopes Tournament

Azerbaijan's national boxing team won a total of 12 medals at Olympic Hopes Boxing Tournament held in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, across the U-17 and U-19 categories, AzerNEWS reports.

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