Baku-Bishkek build stronger Turkic axis for changing Eurasia
The importance of Azerbaijan for Kyrgyzstan has grown considerably over recent years. Baku offers Bishkek something increasingly valuable in today's geopolitical environment: access. Azerbaijan serves as Central Asia's western gateway to Europe through its ports, railways and international transport corridors.
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President Ilham Aliyev concludes state visit to Kyrgyzstan [PHOTOS]
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev concluded his state visit to the Kyrgyz Republic on July 31.
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Footage of President Ilham Aliyev's state visit to Germany posted on his social media [VIDEO]
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First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva visited “Altyn Balalyk” Health and Rehabilitation Center in Cholpon-Ata [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan, Iran discuss synchronized border crossings, digital customs data exchange
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Baku Resort & Spa Hotel inaugurated on shores of Issyk-Kul Lake [PHOTOS]
Azeri Light crude climbs to $98.58 per barrel
The price of Azerbaijan's Azeri Light crude oil on a CIF basis at Italy's Augusta port increased by ....
Azerbaijani hazelnut exporter sharply increases foreign exchange earnings with rising prices
Agrarco LLC increased its export revenues by 3.3 times in the first half of 2026, benefiting from higher global hazelnut prices despite lower export volumes, AzerNEWS reports. According to the latest export review published by the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication (CAERC), the Azerbaijani agricultural company's export revenues reached...
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Appellate court panel retires to deliberate on appeals of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]
At the court session, presided over by Judge Elmar Rahimov of the Baku Court of Appeal, joined by Judges Emin Mehdiyev and Mehriban Garayeva (Reserve Judge Ali Mammadov also participated), all individuals subject to appellate proceedings were provided with interpreters in their respective spoken languages—Armenian and Russian—as well as defense counsel to ensure their right to a defense.
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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]
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America's Armenian lobby turning peace process into political battleground
Nepal curfew widens to fourth district as communal tensions spread
Nepalese authorities on Friday imposed an indefinite curfew in parts of Saptari district in Madhesh province after protests broke out over the recent communal violence in neighbouring Sunsari. The move came as tensions continued in several districts, with curfews and prohibitory orders already in place in parts of Sunsari, Dhanusha and Siraha, taking the number of districts under curfew to four, AzerNEWS reports via IndiaToday.
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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.
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Azerbaijan outlines achievements in cultural heritage protection [PHOTOS]
The Azerbaijan State Service for the Protection, Development and Restoration of Cultural Heritage has released the results of its work for the first half of 2026, AzerNEWS reports.
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Azerbaijan Special Forces conclude 'Zulfiqar 2026' joint exercise in Jordan [PHOTOS]
The joint tactical exercise "Zulfiqar 2026", conducted in Jordan with the participation of the special forces of Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Türkiye, and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, has concluded.
Freestyle wrestlers to take mat at U-17 World Championships in Baku
Freestyle wrestling bouts at the U-17 World Championships in Baku are set to begin on July 31, AzerNEWS reports.
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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]
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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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Footage of President Ilham Aliyev's state visit to Germany posted on his social media [VIDEO]
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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]
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Azerbaijan, Iran discuss synchronized border crossings, digital customs data exchange
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Azerbaijan outlines achievements in cultural heritage protection [PHOTOS]
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US, Israel discuss land blockade on Iran
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Azerbaijan Special Forces conclude 'Zulfiqar 2026' joint exercise in Jordan [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijani hazelnut exporter sharply increases foreign exchange earnings with rising prices
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Culture Minister praises Tofig Bakikhanov's outstanding contribution to music [PHOTOS]
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Saudi Arabia launches multinational maritime coalition to protect Red Sea shipping routes
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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]
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Germany to build Israel’s new submarines as first Dakar-Class vessel set for 2030s delivery
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Dream Fest 2026 artists praise Azerbaijan's hospitality and culture [PHOTOS]
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British-Azerbaijani man arrested in Cyprus over alleged espionage for Iran’s IRGC
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Azerbaijan imports more than 640 tons of frozen mackerel in five months
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Freestyle wrestlers to take mat at U-17 World Championships in Baku
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Gold slips as markets await Fed rate decision
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ANAS, ICESCO Baku Office to sign cooperation memorandum [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan's digital Silk Way moves forward as Trans-Caspian cable installation begins
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Armenia's Catholicos Karekin II to stand trial in historic first over bishop dismissal
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President Ilham Aliyev: Azerbaijan will expand cooperation with Central Asian countries
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CBA sees no grounds for manat devaluation, vows to maintain fixed exchange rate
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Informal Meeting of Heads of State of Azerbaijan and Central Asian countries held in Cholpon-Ata [PHOTOS]
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Satellite images reveal two suspected oil spills near Russia's Caspian coast
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Karabakh University announces minimum admission scores for 2026/2027 [PHOTO]
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UEFA warns of FIFA boycott if World Cup rights sold to private investors
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State banquet held in honor of President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva in Cholpon-Ata [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Drones strike Russia's Wildberries logistics hub
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Azeri Light crude climbs to $98.58 per barrel
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SOCAR reviews TANAP, Türkiye operations at board meetings
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Zhaparov: Signing of treaty on allied relations marks new stage in Kyrgyz-Azerbaijani cooperation
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Iran says it attacked strategic US assets at Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base
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President Ilham Aliyev and President Sadir Japarov make press statements [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Award ceremony held President Ilham Aliyev and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan exchanged the documents signed [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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We have decided to increase resources of Kyrgyzstan-Azerbaijan Fund, says President
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Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan elevating their relations to level of alliance, says President Aliyev
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Iran said to have urged Hamas against signing Gaza deal
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3rd meeting of Interstate Council of Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan held in Cholpon-Ata [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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President Ilham Aliyev held one-on-one meeting with Kyrgyz President in Cholpon-Ata [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Turkish Central Bank keeps rates high as geopolitical risks threaten inflation
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Official welcome ceremony held for President Ilham Aliyev in Cholpon-Ata [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Turkish unemployment hits historic low of 7.6% in June
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Global electric vehicle sales hit record high in 2026
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Bayraktar Akinci hits targets despite heavy jamming in new precision strike test
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Leyen: Violation of EU airspace in Poland unacceptable
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Ankara, Chisinau push for stronger trade and defense ties
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Iran says it destroyed three US F-35 jets
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64% of Americans say Iran war not worth fighting
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Erdogan backs Northern Cyprus sovereignty as Türkiye expands strategic investments
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Baku rebuffs French statement on conviction of Martin Ryan
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Nearly 10,000 die from extreme heat in Germany in 2026
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President Ilham Aliyev, alongside Kyrgyz, Uzbek, and Tajik presidents, attends inauguration of golf club in Cholpon-Ata [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Baku's Central Asian strategy comes into focus ahead of Bishkek Summit [Op-ED]
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Israel-Hamas talks said to make progress
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Azerbaijan Children Hotline received more than 3,700 requests in first half of 2026
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Saudi economy records steepest quarterly fall since COVID-19
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Dream Fest 2026: Stars showcase their most striking looks on turquoise carpet
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Azerenergy awards nearly $26.4 million in power infrastructure contracts
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Musical Theatre director represents country at major int'l festival in Portugal
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Iraq arrests groups accused of attacks on state facilities, alleges Ukraine links
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Baku to host special event dedicated to National Cinema Day
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Azerbaijan’s external public debt falls to $4.62 billion
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President Ilham Aliyev arrives on state visit to Kyrgyzstan [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Pashinyan announces Armenian Government’s resignation
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National team claims silver, bronze medals at U17 World Wrestling Championships [PHOTOS]
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Gold prices climb while silver falls on COMEX
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Young Paralympians supported by Azercell win 34 international medals [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan’s SOCAR Carbamide plant gains global recognition for digital transformation
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Saakashvili hopes to come back to power as he announces his new AI avatar behind bars
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Syrian diplomat accused of role in journalist's 2016 abduction and affiliation with Al-Qaeda
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Can Azerbaijan turn its AI strategy into real-world results? [INTERVIEW]
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Armenia bans tomato paste imports amid growing trade dispute with Russia
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Azerbaijan amends list of officials provided with special state communications
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Azerbaijani canoeist wins silver at int'l competition in Hungary [PHOTOS]
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Azeri Light crude climbs to nearly $100 per barrel
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Azerbaijan tightens sanctions for gambling
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Anglo Asian Mining posts record first-half production in Azerbaijan
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Azerbaijan expands grounds for restricting access to websites
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Netanyahu says Israeli special forces would protect him if arrested in NY
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Dagestan leader visits automobile checkpoint on Azerbaijan border
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Azerbaijan’s oil exports to Czech Republic reach $497.4 million
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Poland scrambles jets during Russian attack on Ukraine
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President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to King of Morocco
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Zira FC to face Paide Linnameeskond in UEFA Conference League return leg
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First int'l art exhibition Crossroads of Cultures opens as part of GabalaFest [PHOTOS]
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SOCAR, Canada's Gran Tierra prepare seismic survey in Guba-Caspian region
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