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U.S.-Iran talks signal diplomatic progress, but lasting peace remains distant

U.S.-Iran talks signal diplomatic progress, but lasting peace remains distant

The conclusion of the first round of high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran in Switzerland marks a potentially significant development for both regional stability and global energy markets.

Nation
Footage of President Ilham Aliyev’s meeting with President of Turkmenistan published on his social media

Footage of President Ilham Aliyev’s meeting with President of Turkmenistan published on his social media

Footage of the meeting between President Ilham Aliyev and President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov has been published on his social media pages.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price drops below $81 at Italy’s Augusta port

Azeri Light oil price drops below $81 at Italy’s Augusta port

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil fell by $2.52, or 3.04 percent, to $80.43 per barrel on a CIF basis at Italy’s Augusta port, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
European Commissioner underscores growing importance of Middle Corridor

European Commissioner underscores growing importance of Middle Corridor

European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos has highlighted the strategic importance of the Middle Corridor, particularly its route through the South Caucasus, as a vital alternative for Europe’s trade, energy, and digital connectivity in an increasingly unstable world.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Appeal court hearing continues for Armenian citizens in Baku [PHOTOS]

Appeal court hearing continues for Armenian citizens in Baku [PHOTOS]

On June 23, the Baku Court of Appeal continued hearings on the appeals filed by citizens of the Republic of Armenia – Araik Harutyunyan, Arkady Ghukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, David Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Ryabkov: US 'moving closer to EU's anti-Russian policy'

Ryabkov: US 'moving closer to EU's anti-Russian policy'

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said on Tuesday that Moscow has noted that the United States is "moving closer to the anti-Russian policy of its allies in Europe", AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Baku hosts Caspian Waves 2026 Int'l Watercolor Festival [PHOTOS]

Baku hosts Caspian Waves 2026 Int'l Watercolor Festival [PHOTOS]

Caspian Waves 2026 International Watercolor Festival has been held in Baku, remembered for its rich program and large-scale participation of artists from different countries, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Lankaran State Drama Theatre's tour garners warm ovation

Lankaran State Drama Theatre's tour garners warm ovation

Lankaran State Drama Theatre has successfully completed another touring engagement with the support of the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry, 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

Events
Gilavar Photo Club presents digital archive project for country's heritage sites [PHOTOS]

Gilavar Photo Club presents digital archive project for country's heritage sites [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan is continuing its efforts to preserve and promote its rich cultural heritage through modern digital technologies.

Sports
Baku, Ashgabat expand cooperation in field of sports [PHOTOS]

Baku, Ashgabat expand cooperation in field of sports [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's Minister of Youth and Sports, Farid Gayibov, met with the Chairman of Turkmenistan's State Committee for Physical Culture and Sports, Allaberdi Saparov, AzerNEWS reports.

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