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What Iran’s strike on Nakhchivan reveals about its view of region

Iran’s recent strike on Nakhchivan is a textbook case of barking up the wrong tree. At a time when the United States and Israel are steamrolling over Iran, the regime has chosen to lash out at its neighbors. This choice is neither accidental nor unprecedented; it reflects a deeper pattern in Iran’s foreign policy—a mix of jealousy, insecurity, and aggression toward surrounding states, particularly Muslim-majority countries that it paradoxically claims to defend.

Nation

Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif condemns Iran's drone attack in Azerbaijani territory

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has shared a post on X, regarding Iran's recent drone strike in Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan.

Oil & Gas

SOCAR completes FEED stage of gas distribution network project in Bulgaria

Azerbaijan’s state oil company SOCAR has completed the Front End Engineering Design (FEED) phase for a gas distribution network project in the Bulgarian city of Panagyurishte, developed jointly with Asarel Group.

Business

ING Bank forecasts Azerbaijan’s GDP growth to reach 3% by 2027

The Dutch banking group ING Group has released an updated forecast for Azerbaijan’s economic growth, projecting a gradual increase in the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) through 2027.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict

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

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

China aims to promote reproductive health

On March 4, the Chinese government announced plans to build a “reproductive health-friendly society” over the next five years, pledging to tackle challenges related to employment, education, healthcare, and income in the process, AzerNEWS reports.

Travel

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Lifestyle

Sacred meaning of Fire Tuesday before Novruz

One of the most ancient and beloved celebrations in Azerbaijan is Novruz holday, the spring festival that marks renewal, awakening, and the beginning of a new year, AzerNEWS reports. Deeply rooted in tradition, Novruz reflects centuries of spiritual beliefs, communal values, and reverence for nature.

Nation

Tehran’s drone strike may push South Azerbaijanis toward revolt [COMMENTARY]

President Erdoğan makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev

Azerbaijan suspends truck movement across Iranian border following attacks

Türkiye’s Hakan Fidan calls Azerbaijani FM after Iran drone strike on Nakhchivan

Oil & Gas

Azeri Light oil price falls in global markets

Non-oil exports climb as Baku pushes post-petro growth model

Hormuz closure boosts oil, lifts prospects for Azerbaijan’s export revenues

Business

Azerbaijan, Indonesia discuss expanding energy cooperation

Artificial Intelligence projected to add 70 billion manats to Azerbaijan’s GDP

Azerbaijan’s tax revenues reach record 16.4 billion manats in past year

Analysis

Iran’s drone strike on Nakhchivan sends a message — But what is it?

Kurdish card: Is CIA preparing new front on Iran’s western border?

The Gulf’s dilemma: Stand with Washington or risk Tehran’s wrath

Aftermath of Pakistan-Taliban border clashes: What is next?

Southern Gas Corridor running at full capacity as Europe seeks stability [ANALYSIS]

Iran war risk sends oil soaring — What Middle East conflict could mean for Azerbaijan’s economy

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict

Armenia asks EU to deploy team to counter Russian disinformation ahead of elections

Russia’s railway grip casts long shadow over Zangezur corridor

Why Khojaly still haunts conscience of divided world

Azerbaijan to ship another 4,500 tons of diesel fuel to Armenia

Armenian Aggression

Ruben Vardanyan linked to Epstein files

ANAMA employee injured in landmine explosion in Khojaly District

Azerbaijan identifies 17 more missing from First Karabakh War amid ongoing mass grave investigations

World

Volkswagen’s EV deliveries reach new milestone

PLD Space secures funding to boost rocket production

US plans to release more Epstein files

Travel

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Lifestyle

Carpet Museum to host Jamila Hashimova's solo exhibition

Water Tuesday: How does water symbolize renewal?

Baby monkey Punch becomes internet sensation

Culture

Book exhibition marks 90th anniversary of prominent critic and scholar

'Nasimi' opera premiered in Baku, blending traditions and artificial intelligence [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

New York Post highlights Heydar Aliyev Center as international art destination [PHOTOS]

Events

Iran-US nuclear talks in Geneva: Strait of Hormuz risks and Azerbaijan’s energy strategy

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

Russia escalates its shadow war against Azerbaijan as Baku deepens western ties

Sports

Students shine at badminton rournament during Sports Week [PHOTOS]

Parliamentary Youth and Sports Committee reviews achievements in sports [PHOTOS]

Shahdag welcomes top ski mountaineers for European Championships [PHOTOS]

What Iran’s strike on Nakhchivan reveals about its view of region

China aims to promote reproductive health

Volkswagen’s EV deliveries reach new milestone

PLD Space secures funding to boost rocket production

Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif condemns Iran's drone attack in Azerbaijani territory

US plans to release more Epstein files

Erdoğan credits military strength for Turkiye’s growing global influence

Google cuts in-app fees after developer backlash

HAVELSAN unveils Türkiye’s first certified Boeing 737NG flight training device

Leyla Aliyeva visits Baku City Narcology Center [PHOTOS]

Vietnam sets up energy security task force

Ankara targets 80-minute Istanbul trip with new 350 km/h rail project

Tehran’s drone strike may push South Azerbaijanis toward revolt [COMMENTARY]

Sweden suggests banning hijabs for kids

President Erdoğan makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev

Azerbaijan suspends truck movement across Iranian border following attacks

Spain’s industrial production increases in January

ING Bank forecasts Azerbaijan’s GDP growth to reach 3% by 2027

Türkiye’s Hakan Fidan calls Azerbaijani FM after Iran drone strike on Nakhchivan

New mobile app brings Azerbaijan's historical sites to your fingertips

Baku opens criminal case after Iran-linked drone attack damages Nakhchivan airport

Azerbaijan rejects Iran’s denial, says four drones launched from Iranian territory targeted Nakhchivan

Azerbaijan, Indonesia discuss expanding energy cooperation

President: We will not tolerate this groundless act of terror against Azerbaijan