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Iranian missiles reportedly hit Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan Airport, two casualties reported [VIDEO/UPDATED]

Iranian missiles reportedly hit Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan Airport, two casualties reported [VIDEO/UPDATED]

Iranian missiles have struck the airport in Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, though no official confirmation has been issued by the Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense or other authorities, AzerNEWS reports.

Nation
Azerbaijan condemns drone attacks from Iran targeting Nakhchivan, summons Iranian ambassador

Azerbaijan condemns drone attacks from Iran targeting Nakhchivan, summons Iranian ambassador

Azerbaijan has condemned drone attacks launched from the territory of Iran that targeted the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, causing damage to infrastructure and injuring civilians, according to an official statement, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR completes FEED stage of gas distribution network project in Bulgaria

SOCAR completes FEED stage of gas distribution network project in Bulgaria

Azerbaijan’s state oil company SOCAR has completed the Front End Engineering Design (FEED) phase for a gas distribution network project in the Bulgarian city of Panagyurishte, developed jointly with Asarel Group.

Business
Azerbaijan seeks ‘smarter oversight’ as it reforms state role in economy

Azerbaijan seeks ‘smarter oversight’ as it reforms state role in economy

Azerbaijan does not intend to abandon state oversight of the economy but rather transform it into a more efficient and modern system, Deputy Prime Minister Samir Sharifov said at a forum in Baku.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
How Azerbaijan’s post-war leverage meets Armenia’s economic reality [ANALYSIS]

How Azerbaijan’s post-war leverage meets Armenia’s economic reality [ANALYSIS]

At a time when peace negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia are gaining momentum, recent signals of economic cooperation have drawn attention. Armenia’s economy minister announced that the two sides have already exchanged lists of goods that could be exported to one another. This development, though modest, reflects a new reality emerging after decades of hostility.

Armenian Aggression
Massacre at Khojaly and shadow of 366th regiment

Massacre at Khojaly and shadow of 366th regiment

Some tragedies are etched so deeply into a nation’s memory that they define a generation. The massacre in Khojaly is one such wound for Azerbaijan.

World
US Senate blocks resolution seeking to limit Trump’s authority on Iran strikes

US Senate blocks resolution seeking to limit Trump’s authority on Iran strikes

The United States Senate has blocked a resolution that sought to limit the authority of Donald Trump to carry out military action against Iran without congressional approval, 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
Sacred meaning of Fire Tuesday before Novruz

Sacred meaning of Fire Tuesday before Novruz

One of the most ancient and beloved celebrations in Azerbaijan is Novruz holday, the spring festival that marks renewal, awakening, and the beginning of a new year, AzerNEWS reports. Deeply rooted in tradition, Novruz reflects centuries of spiritual beliefs, communal values, and reverence for nature.

Culture
'Nasimi' opera premiered in Baku, blending traditions and artificial intelligence [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

'Nasimi' opera premiered in Baku, blending traditions and artificial intelligence [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

A grand premiere of the opera "Nasimi" has taken place in Baku, an event already being described as one of the most remarkable highlights of the current musical season, AzerNEWS reports.

Events
Turkish Ministry of National Defence releases statement regarding ballistic missile incident [PHOTO]

Turkish Ministry of National Defence releases statement regarding ballistic missile incident [PHOTO]

The Turkish Ministry of National Defence announced that ballistic missiles fired from Iran and heading toward Turkish airspace were intercepted by NATO forces deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean, AzerNEWS reports.

Sports
Shahdag welcomes top ski mountaineers for European Championships [PHOTOS]

Shahdag welcomes top ski mountaineers for European Championships [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan is steadily establishing itself as a rising destination for winter sports, combining modern mountain resorts with stunning landscapes to attract both athletes and tourists.

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