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Iran appoints Arafi on new leadership council, following death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei [BREAKING]

Iran appoints Arafi on new leadership council, following death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei [BREAKING]

Israel has carried out a preemptive strike against Iran, AzerNEWS reports, citing Israeli media outlets.

Nation
Azerbaijan and Iran FMs hold urgent talks amid regional military escalation

Azerbaijan and Iran FMs hold urgent talks amid regional military escalation

On March 1, 2026, a telephone conversation took place between Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Baku’s oil backbone holds firm as global markets shift

Baku’s oil backbone holds firm as global markets shift

In recent months, global energy markets have once again reminded us of their volatility. Oil prices, buffeted by geopolitical tensions and shifting trade dynamics, remain at the center of economic debates worldwide. For energy-exporting nations, these fluctuations represent strategic challenges that can reshape fiscal stability and long-term development. As for Azerbaijan, a country whose economy is deeply intertwined with oil and gas revenues, stands as a vivid example of this reality.

Business
Manat holds steady against US dollar, mixed movement against Euro and Ruble

Manat holds steady against US dollar, mixed movement against Euro and Ruble

The official exchange rate of the Azerbaijani manat against the U.S. dollar remained unchanged this week, AzerNEWS reports, citing the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA).

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
How Azerbaijan’s post-war leverage meets Armenia’s economic reality [ANALYSIS]

How Azerbaijan’s post-war leverage meets Armenia’s economic reality [ANALYSIS]

At a time when peace negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia are gaining momentum, recent signals of economic cooperation have drawn attention. Armenia’s economy minister announced that the two sides have already exchanged lists of goods that could be exported to one another. This development, though modest, reflects a new reality emerging after decades of hostility.

Armenian Aggression
Massacre at Khojaly and shadow of 366th regiment

Massacre at Khojaly and shadow of 366th regiment

Some tragedies are etched so deeply into a nation’s memory that they define a generation. The massacre in Khojaly is one such wound for Azerbaijan.

World
Putin calls Khamenei killing ‘cynical murder’

Putin calls Khamenei killing ‘cynical murder’

Russian President Vladimir Putin conveyed his condolences to Iran over the assassination of the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, describing his killing as a "cynical violation of all norms of human morality and international law", 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
Carpet Museum to host Jamila Hashimova's solo exhibition

Carpet Museum to host Jamila Hashimova's solo exhibition

On March 3, the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum will unveil the solo exhibition "In Love with Beauty" by the renowned artist Jamila Hashimova, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Baku to host 'Winter Tale' art competition project

Baku to host 'Winter Tale' art competition project

Khatai Arts Center will host the opening of the "Winter Tale" art competition project, AzerNEWS reports.

Events
Britain sanctions Russian disinformation in Georgia while BBC echoes it in Azerbaijan

Britain sanctions Russian disinformation in Georgia while BBC echoes it in Azerbaijan

In recent days, the British government moved decisively against Georgian broadcasters IMEDI and POSTV, imposing sanctions on the grounds that they were involved in spreading Russian disinformation. The decision was presented as part of a broader effort to shield democratic societies from Kremlin influence and to defend the integrity of public debate in Europe.

Sports
Lamine Yamal reaches 100 goal contributions at 18, breaking record

Lamine Yamal reaches 100 goal contributions at 18, breaking record

Lamine Yamal has become the first player in history to reach 100 goal contributions at the age of 18, AzerNEWS reports, citing OneFootball.

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