World Bank's latest assessment brings new perspective on Baku's challenge in human capital reform
A new World Bank index shows billions of manats poured into schools and clinics have yet to translate into economic productivity, while other South Caucasus countries, with a fraction of Baku's resources, is converting graduates into growth.
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Azerbaijani MoD presents weekly review [VIDEO]
The Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense presented an overview of the events of last week in the form of an informational video, AzerNEWS reports, citing the press service of the military department.
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Trailer released for Azerbaijan's '44' film on Patriotic War [VIDEO]
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Mine clearance worker injured in explosion in Azerbaijan's Khojavend district
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Azerbaijan’s Gabala Music Festival welcomes leading pianists from Austria and Vietnam [PHOTOS]
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What $2 billion in Central Bank FX purchases says about manat
Brent oil falls below $82 for first time since July 13
Brent crude oil futures for September delivery fell below $82 per barrel on London's ICE exchange for the first time since July 13, according to data from the trading platform, AzerNEWS reports.
Azerbaijan's tomato exports rise nearly 10% in first half of 2026
Azerbaijan exported tomatoes worth $163.8 million during January–June 2026, marking an increase of $14.8 million, or 9.9%, compared with the same period last year, AzerNEWS reports.
Rubinyan says Türkiye normalization is 'very close' as Azerbaijan talks advance
Ruben Rubinyan, candidate for Speaker of the National Assembly, has expressed confidence that the full normalisation of relations between Armenia and Türkiye is only a matter of time and is now very close, AzerNEWS reports via Armenpress.
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Appellate court panel retires to deliberate on appeals of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]
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Baku appeals court continues hearings on appeals by Armenian defendants [PHOTOS]
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One year after Washington breakthrough - Why peace still out of reach?
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Baku Court of Appeal continues hearings in appeals by Armenian war criminals [PHOTOS]
Ukraine faces critical shortage of Patriot air defense missiles
Ukraine is facing a shortage of missiles for its air defense systems, according to a report by The Washington Post, AzerNEWS reports.
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Dream Fest 2026 artists praise Azerbaijan's hospitality and culture [PHOTOS]
Dream Fest 2026 once again brought together world-famous singers, musicians and performers from different countries at Sea Breeze, AzerNEWS reports.
"Step" brings Azerbaijan's landmine tragedy to international audience
An Azerbaijani documentary highlighting the human impact of landmines has been selected for screening at an international film festival in India, AzerNEWS reports.
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Azerbaijan Cultural Center in Uzbekistan marks Alphabet and Language Day [PHOTOS]
An event marking August 1 – Azerbaijani Alphabet and Language Day was held at the Heydar Aliyev Azerbaijan Cultural Center, operating under the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Uzbekistan.
Sabah's potential opponents to be decided in UEFA Champions League draw
The draw for the UEFA Champions League play-off round will take place on August 3, AzerNEWS reports.
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Sabah's potential opponents to be decided in UEFA Champions League draw
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Ukraine faces critical shortage of Patriot air defense missiles
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Japan earthquake damages over 4,600 homes in Kumamoto
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Brent oil falls below $82 for first time since July 13
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Lula registers as candidate for Brazilian elections
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World Bank's latest assessment brings new perspective on Baku's challenge in human capital reform
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Hungarian PM warns of 'critical' days as nuclear plant shuts
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Ukraine says it struck Russian airbase, oil refinery in long-range overnight attacks
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EU mission stopped Russian shadow fleet ship
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22 EU states criticize Spain over Ceuta migrant crisis
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Azerbaijan's tomato exports rise nearly 10% in first half of 2026
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Two helicopters collide amid fires in Greece
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Azerbaijani MoD presents weekly review [VIDEO]
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Lebanese army retracts Israeli strike claim
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Trailer released for Azerbaijan's '44' film on Patriotic War [VIDEO]
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Indonesia ferry fire kills 5, leaves 41 missing
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Israeli police accused of denying Turkish visitor entry to Al-Aqsa Mosque compound [VIDEO]
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Azerbaijan's top tobacco exporter boosts exports by over 60%
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Armenia’s transport ambitions collide with Russia’s railway interests
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Rubinyan says Türkiye normalization is 'very close' as Azerbaijan talks advance
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Freed Ukrainian POW alleges captives were used as forced labour in Chechnya
2 August 16:57 -
Death toll in Ceuta migrant crisis climbs to 94
2 August 16:22 -
Mine clearance worker injured in explosion in Azerbaijan's Khojavend district
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Kirkuk's move to join Turkic municipalities union sparks political debate in Iraq
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Armenia's new parliament opened amid row over Catholicos' absence, opposition boycott [VIDEO]
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US-Iran talks said to be close to restarting
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Iraq plans to double oil exports via Türkiye's Ceyhan port to 1.5 mln bpd
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Araghchi said to have agreed to reopen Hormuz
2 August 13:09 -
Another Wildberries facility hit in Ukraine drone attack
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Karabakh, East Zangezur attract investment with tax incentives, says presidential representative
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Israel kills two Hamas commanders over weekend
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"Step" brings Azerbaijan's landmine tragedy to international audience
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South Caucasus Pipeline transports 130 bcm of gas during SOCAR's five-year operational period
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Trump agreed to cancel Iran attack if deal made
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Azerbaijan’s Gabala Music Festival welcomes leading pianists from Austria and Vietnam [PHOTOS]
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What $2 billion in Central Bank FX purchases says about manat
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks UAE support for Black Sea security
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Moscow restaurant blast kills three as gas equipment failure suspected
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UEFA declares loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino
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President Ilham Aliyev's social media accounts shared post on passing of People’s Poet Nariman Hasanzada [PHOTO]
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At least three killed in explosion near cafe in Russia’s Moscow
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Historic WWII "ghost bridge" resurfaces as Danube water levels plunge
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U.S. tightens visa rules with permanent bond program
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Ankara, Baghdad reach new agreement on Iraq-Türkiye oil pipeline
1 August 21:35 -
France detains 328 suspects amid nationwide wildfire investigations
1 August 21:02 -
Spain builds sea barrier in Ceuta to prevent illegal migrant crossings
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Geopolitical turmoil pushes global oil prices to new highs
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Hungary holds emergency meeting over heatwave risks
1 August 19:35 -
Iran, Oman discuss joint mechanism for Strait of Hormuz navigation
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Azerbaijan wins silver at European Rowing Championships [PHOTOS]
1 August 18:41 -
Kazakhstan denies reports of full Caspian Pipeline Consortium shutdown
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Why Azerbaijan's inflation outlook points to interest rate stability [ANALYSIS]
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Elon Musk warns of population crisis across Western countries
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Azerbaijan Cultural Center in Uzbekistan marks Alphabet and Language Day [PHOTOS]
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U.S. advises Americans to depart the Middle East
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Azerbaijan pays tribute to People's Poet Nariman Hasanzade
1 August 15:55 -
Türkiye captures FETÖ suspect wanted over President Erdoğan assassination attempt
1 August 15:24 -
First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva shared post on passing of People’s Poet Nariman Hasanzada
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Azerbaijan marks Alphabet and Language Day
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Pentagon seeks $18.2B to replenish interceptor missile stockpiles
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UK ambassador congratulates Azerbaijan on Azerbaijani Language Day [VIDEO]
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Latvia temporarily closes border with Belarus over technical issues
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Azerbaijan lifts visa requirement for tourists from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Singapore
1 August 12:45 -
Iran outlines response plan amid reports of possible US-Israeli strikes
1 August 12:17 -
President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to President of Swiss Confederation
1 August 11:58 -
Azeri Light crude climbs above $101 per barrel
1 August 11:51 -
Oil tanker struck near Oman's coast in Strait of Hormuz
1 August 11:23 -
Earthquake hits Azerbaijan's Lerik district
1 August 10:55 -
Azerbaijan, Türkiye agree to accelerate key regional energy corridor projects [PHOTOS]
1 August 10:28 -
Kazakhstan launches first fertilizer shipment to UK via Middle Corridor
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President Ilham Aliyev's social media accounts shared post on Azerbaijani Alphabet and Azerbaijani Language Day [PHOTO]
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Finnish minister accuses Spain of failing to protect Schengen border
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Azerbaijan's new alliance with Kyrgyzstan marks rise of Central Asian Caspian region
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U.S. remains focused on victory, Trump says
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President Ilham Aliyev's social media accounts shares video about his visit to Kyrgyzstan [VIDEO]
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Egypt phases out camel and horse rides at Giza Pyramids amid animal welfare concerns
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Nepal curfew widens to fourth district as communal tensions spread
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German unemployment at 6.4% in July
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Medvedev: Russia must actively fight sanctions
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Armenia launches criminal case over death threats against PM Pashinyan's wife
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Musk denies Tesla eyeing sale of China unit
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President Ilham Aliyev concludes state visit to Kyrgyzstan [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Appellate court panel retires to deliberate on appeals of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]
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FIFA senior advisor resigns over investment plan
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Palestinians injured in Israeli settler incursion
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Baku-Bishkek build stronger Turkic axis for changing Eurasia
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Poland summons Russian ambassador following missile incursion
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IRGC claims action against two oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz
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Trump says Iran war is 'going well'
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First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva visited “Altyn Balalyk” Health and Rehabilitation Center in Cholpon-Ata [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
31 July 17:47 -
Azerbaijan, Iran discuss synchronized border crossings, digital customs data exchange
31 July 17:37 -
Azerbaijan outlines achievements in cultural heritage protection [PHOTOS]
31 July 17:16 -
US, Israel discuss land blockade on Iran
31 July 16:55 -
Azerbaijan Special Forces conclude 'Zulfiqar 2026' joint exercise in Jordan [PHOTOS]
31 July 16:43 -
Azerbaijani hazelnut exporter sharply increases foreign exchange earnings with rising prices
31 July 16:28 -
Culture Minister praises Tofig Bakikhanov's outstanding contribution to music [PHOTOS]
31 July 16:08 -
Saudi Arabia launches multinational maritime coalition to protect Red Sea shipping routes
31 July 15:46 -
CBA raises Azerbaijan’s inflation forecast for 2026 and 2027 amid external price pressures
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Baku Resort & Spa Hotel inaugurated on shores of Issyk-Kul Lake [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Germany to build Israel’s new submarines as first Dakar-Class vessel set for 2030s delivery
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