Azerbaijan's JF-17C program reflects new defense strategy
Over the past few months, the skies above Azerbaijan have bore witness to a quiet, yet profound, technological shift. Following an initial debut in late June, the Azerbaijani Air Force once again mobilized its newly acquired JF-17C (Block-III) "Thunder" multirole fighter jets for a series of high-profile training flights. Operating alongside legacy platforms like the Su-25ML close-support aircraft and L-39 jet trainers, these sleek, single-engine fighters executed complex piloting and combat maneuvers at various altitudes, signaling that their integration into the country’s active fleet is proceeding at an accelerated pace.
Cicero: Azerbaijan plays growing role in Europe's energy security
Germany's influential political magazine Cicero has published an article titled "Gateway to Central Asia: Why Europe Is Rediscovering the South Caucasus," highlighting the region's growing strategic importance amid shifting geopolitical realities.
Moody's keeps SOCAR's credit rating unchanged
International credit rating agency Moody's Ratings has reaffirmed the Baa3 long-term issuer rating of Azerbaijan's State Oil Company (SOCAR).
Gold, silver prices rise amid global economic uncertainty
Global precious metals prices moved higher as investors continued to favor safe-haven assets.
Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million
Azerbaijan exported goods worth $17.1286 million to Armenia in January-June of this year.
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SpaceX, the aerospace company founded by Elon Musk, is in talks with the U.S. Department of Defense over a potential multibillion-dollar agreement to provide data center capacity for running artificial intelligence models.
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National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]
As part of the Venice Biennale, works by Azerbaijani artists are being exhibited at Palazzo da Mula, AzerNEWS reports.
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Leyla Aliyeva attends presentation of "Azerbaijani Carpets - From Tradition to Contemporary Art" exhibition in Budapest [PHOTOS]
Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, attended the presentation of "Azerbaijani Carpets - From Tradition to Contemporary Art" exhibition organized at the Museum of Ethnography in Budapest, Hungary.
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Azerbaijan Navy holds graduation ceremony for Basic Diver Course [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
Pursuant to the relevant order of the First Deputy Minister of Defense – Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijan Army, a graduation ceremony for the Basic Diver Course was held in the Azerbaijan Navy.
Azerbaijani referee appointed for UEFA Champions League match
Azerbaijani FIFA referee Elchin Masiyev has been appointed to officiate a UEFA Champions League match, AzerNEWS reports.
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