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India’s oil calculus and reality behind Trump’s claims

India’s oil calculus and reality behind Trump’s claims

The conclusion of a long-anticipated trade agreement between India and the United States has reignited debate over New Delhi’s energy strategy and its geopolitical positioning between Washington and Moscow. The controversy was triggered not by the agreement itself, but by a public claim from US President Donald Trump that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to stop purchasing Russian oil and instead shift toward buying large volumes of American, and potentially Venezuelan, energy supplies as part of a broader commercial realignment.

Nation
Bayramov, Pakistan’s FM discuss security, condemn terrorism in phone call

Bayramov, Pakistan’s FM discuss security, condemn terrorism in phone call

Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation, Azernews reports, citing a statement by Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the social network X.

Oil & Gas
Oil benchmarks slip across the board as weekly averages decline

Oil benchmarks slip across the board as weekly averages decline

This week saw a downward adjustment across key oil benchmarks, including Azeri Light, Urals, and Dated Brent, reflecting a broader softening in prices compared to the previous week, Azernews reports.

Business
Azerbaijan approves requirements for projects financed by Energy Efficiency Fund

Azerbaijan approves requirements for projects financed by Energy Efficiency Fund

The Ministry of Energy of Azerbaijan has approved the “Requirements for projects financed from the Energy Efficiency Fund”, Azernews reports. The decision was signed by Minister of Energy Parviz Shahbazov and entered into force on February 4, 2026, after being registered in the State Register of Legal Acts on February 3.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
US vice president Vance to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia after Italy trip, back peace deal

US vice president Vance to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia after Italy trip, back peace deal

US Vice President J.D. Vance has departed for Italy to attend the opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics and is expected to visit Armenia and Azerbaijan later as part of a broader diplomatic tour, Azernews reports via The Associated Press.

Armenian Aggression
Experts examine how Azerbaijan pursued justice outside international courts

Experts examine how Azerbaijan pursued justice outside international courts

By restoring its territorial integrity and bringing alleged war criminals before the courts, Azerbaijan has pursued a rare post-conflict path that links sovereignty with legal accountability.

World
Russia says 82 drones intercepted overnight, flights disrupted in several regions

Russia says 82 drones intercepted overnight, flights disrupted in several regions

Russia’s air defence forces intercepted 82 drones overnight between 11:00 p.m. on February 6 and 7:00 a.m. local time on February 7, the Russian Ministry of Defence said, 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
Smart Novruz bonfire concept bridges digital and cultural worlds

Smart Novruz bonfire concept bridges digital and cultural worlds

A new scientific seminar has been held at the Institute of Information Technologies of the Ministry of Education and the Science, Azernews reports citing Azertag.

Culture
Gabala hosts opening ceremony of second "Winter Tale" International Music Festival [PHOTOS]

Gabala hosts opening ceremony of second "Winter Tale" International Music Festival [PHOTOS]

On February 6, the solemn opening ceremony of the "Winter Tale" International Music Festival was held in the city of Gabala.

Events
President Ilham Aliyev attends Zayed Award for Human Fraternity presentation ceremony in Abu Dhabi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

President Ilham Aliyev attends Zayed Award for Human Fraternity presentation ceremony in Abu Dhabi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

The awarding ceremony of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity has commenced in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

Sports
Azerbaijani sumo wrestler makes debut at prestigious Hakuho Cup in Tokyo [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani sumo wrestler makes debut at prestigious Hakuho Cup in Tokyo [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani sumo wrestler Huseyn Aghayev has taken part in the 16th Hakuho Cup in Tokyo, marking the first-ever participation of Azerbaijani athletes in one of the world’s most prestigious sumo competitions.

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