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Azerbaijan’s rupture with Brussels lays bare politics behind EU institutions

Azerbaijan’s rupture with Brussels lays bare politics behind EU institutions

The decision for Azerbaijan to officially sever ties with the European Parliament, a relationship already strained to the breaking point, is a stark manifestation of the deep fractures and institutional crises within the modern system of international relations. Baku’s decisive move is not merely an emotional reaction; it is the logical culmination of a process that has accumulated over years, characterized by systemic bias that has utterly exhausted the potential for constructive dialogue.

Nation
Azerbaijani NGOs urge EU leaders to address missing persons and landmine crisis ahed of EPC

Azerbaijani NGOs urge EU leaders to address missing persons and landmine crisis ahed of EPC

A group of Azerbaijani non-governmental organizations has addressed an open letter to Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa, as well as heads of state and government participating in the European Political Community Summit and the EU–Armenia Summit, calling for increased attention to humanitarian issues affecting Azerbaijan.

Oil & Gas
BTC pipeline exports decline in first quarter amid lower volumes

BTC pipeline exports decline in first quarter amid lower volumes

In the first quarter of 2026, approximately 49 million barrels of oil (around 6 million tons) were exported through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline, according to bp, AzerNEWS reports. For comparison, the transportation volume in the first quarter of 2025 stood at around...

Business
US draws on strategic oil reserves to offset global supply disruptions

US draws on strategic oil reserves to offset global supply disruptions

The United States has tapped into its Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR), releasing 17.5 million barrels of oil to help ease global supply shortages triggered by ongoing tensions in the Middle East, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijani gasoline helped stabilize prices in Armenia, minister Papoyan says

Azerbaijani gasoline helped stabilize prices in Armenia, minister Papoyan says

Armenian Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan has stated that fuel supplies from Azerbaijan have played a role in preventing a sharp rise in gasoline prices in Armenia amid ongoing volatility in global energy markets, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Brazil moves to cut Bolsonaro’s jail term

Brazil moves to cut Bolsonaro’s jail term

Brazil’s Congress has overturned a veto on a bill that could significantly reduce former president Jair Bolsonaro’s prison sentence for allegedly plotting a coup after losing the last presidential election, AzerNEWS reports, citing foreign media.

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
Carpet Forum 2026 highlights production,sustainability and global distribution [PHOTOS]

Carpet Forum 2026 highlights production,sustainability and global distribution [PHOTOS]

The second session, titled "Production,Sustainability, and Global Distribution," has taken place at the Baku Business Center as part of the 2nd International Carpet Forum 2026, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
"Taghiyev: School” film presented at Heydar Aliyev Center highlighting legacy of enlightenment in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

"Taghiyev: School” film presented at Heydar Aliyev Center highlighting legacy of enlightenment in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

A presentation of the feature film “Taghiyev: School” took place on May 1 at the Heydar Aliyev Center, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Events
Azerbaijan Special Forces complete training session for reservists [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Special Forces complete training session for reservists [PHOTOS]

In accordance with the plan, the reservists participated in fire, tactical, drill, physical, and socio-political training classes, as well as theoretical and practical classes in various specialties, along with educational discussions on patriotism.

Sports
Azerbaijani rowers secure four medals at President Cup 2026 Int'l Regatta [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani rowers secure four medals at President Cup 2026 Int'l Regatta [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani rowers have secured four medals at the "President Cup 2026" International Rowing and Canoeing Regatta, AzerNEWS reports, citing the Ministry of Youth and Sports.

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