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Azerbaijan's European influence grows as Baku secures 2028 summit

Azerbaijan's European influence grows as Baku secures 2028 summit

The meeting could also strengthen Azerbaijan's visibility in discussions concerning Europe's relationship with Central Asia, the Caspian region and the wider Eurasian transport network.

Nation
Azerbaijan reaffirms commitment to global climate action at COP31

Azerbaijan reaffirms commitment to global climate action at COP31

Azerbaijan's Deputy Prime Minister Teymur Musayev has praised Türkiye's COP31 Presidency for its focus on dialogue, consensus-building and the implementation of climate commitments.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price rises above $100 per barrel

Azeri Light oil price rises above $100 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan's Azeri Light crude oil on a CIF basis at Italy's Augusta port increased by $1.23, or 1.24%, from the previous level to $100.63 per barrel.

Business
Car production falls nearly 20% as truck manufacturing surges

Car production falls nearly 20% as truck manufacturing surges

Passenger car production in Azerbaijan declined by nearly 20% during the first nine months of 2026, while the manufacturing of trucks and public transport vehicles recorded substantial growth, according to the State Statistical Committee.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia's war on historical reality finds new battleground in Blue Mosque

Armenia's war on historical reality finds new battleground in Blue Mosque

It is difficult to watch the historical decline of a nation that has given so much to human civilisation. Our neighbours in Armenia have every reason to expect the gratitude of the world. After all, this is the nation that invented the apricot, made fashion when the rest of humanity was still struggling to find something to wear in its caves, and embraced Christianity centuries before Jesus Christ was born. Such extraordinary foresight deserves recognition. The fact that Christianity is generally associated with Jesus is perhaps another example of Armenian modesty.

World
Netanyahu's security cabinet reportedly orders military to prepare for possible Iran attack

Netanyahu's security cabinet reportedly orders military to prepare for possible Iran attack

Israel's security cabinet, headed by caretaker Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has reportedly instructed the military to intensify preparations for a potential attack on Iran, raising concerns about a possible escalation of regional hostilities during the country's political transition.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva visited a social sewing facility operating in the city of Shamakhi on October 26.

Culture
Ashgabat hosts concert marking Azerbaijan's Victory Day and State Flag Day [PHOTOS]

Ashgabat hosts concert marking Azerbaijan's Victory Day and State Flag Day [PHOTOS]

A grand concert featuring prominent Azerbaijani and Turkmen artists was held at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre in Ashgabat to mark Azerbaijan's Victory Day and State Flag Day.

Travel
Dmitry Sitkovetsky discusses Shostakovich’s legacy at Baku Book Center [PHOTOS]

Dmitry Sitkovetsky discusses Shostakovich’s legacy at Baku Book Center [PHOTOS]
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

Events
Trump's ambassador nominee to Azerbaijan draws US media scrutiny over Balkan diplomacy

Trump's ambassador nominee to Azerbaijan draws US media scrutiny over Balkan diplomacy

US President Donald Trump's nominee for ambassador to Azerbaijan, Alexander Alden, has attracted attention in American media over his diplomatic activities in the Balkans, particularly his involvement in political developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Sports
Xilasedici advance to third qualifying round of CEV Champions League [PHOTOS]

Xilasedici advance to third qualifying round of CEV Champions League [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani men's volleyball team Xilasedici have secured a place in the third qualifying round of the CEV Champions League after a dramatic victory over Portugal's Sporting.

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