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Why France keeps choosing tension over stability in South Caucasus

Why France keeps choosing tension over stability in South Caucasus

At a moment when war crimes trials are reaching their legal conclusion and facts are being laid bare, France’s decision to adopt a biased parliamentary resolution reveals a persistent ambition to inflame tensions in the South Caucasus rather than support peace.

Nation
Verdict announced in trial of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]

Verdict announced in trial of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]

The open court hearing continued on February 5 regarding the criminal cases of Armenian citizens Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Gukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others, who are accused of crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, including the planning and conduct of aggressive war, genocide, violation of the laws and customs of war, as well as terrorism, financing of terrorism, the forcible seizure and retention of power, and numerous other crimes committed as a result of Armenia's military aggression against Azerbaijan.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light sees minor price decline in global market

Azeri Light sees minor price decline in global market

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil at Italy’s Augusta port on a CIF basis decreased by $0.03, or 0.04%, compared to the previous figure, settling at $69.77 per barrel, Azernews reports.

Business
EBRD investment portfolio in Azerbaijan reaches €906 million

EBRD investment portfolio in Azerbaijan reaches €906 million

As of the end of December 2025, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) holds a €906 million investment portfolio in Azerbaijan, covering 36 projects, Azernews reports, citing the bank. The EBRD’s average participation share in these projects stands at...

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
US vice president Vance to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia after Italy trip, back peace deal

US vice president Vance to visit Azerbaijan and Armenia after Italy trip, back peace deal

US Vice President J.D. Vance has departed for Italy to attend the opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics and is expected to visit Armenia and Azerbaijan later as part of a broader diplomatic tour, Azernews reports via The Associated Press.

Armenian Aggression
Seven more defendants sentenced in trial of Armenian citizens at Baku Military Court

Seven more defendants sentenced in trial of Armenian citizens at Baku Military Court

The Baku Military Court has handed down sentences to seven more defendants in the ongoing trial of Armenian citizens, Azernews reports.

World
UN is forming AI expert commission

UN is forming AI expert commission

An international scientific group is being established under the framework of the UN General Assembly to develop regulatory recommendations in response to the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI). This body, which will function as a commission, will bring together leading experts in AI from around the world, 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
Second Winter Fairy Tale Music Int'l Festival kicks off in Gabala [PHOTOS]

Second Winter Fairy Tale Music Int'l Festival kicks off in Gabala [PHOTOS]

Gabala, one of Azerbaijan's most scenic regions, has once again become a gathering place for art enthusiasts with the opening of the International Music Festival, Azernews reports.

Culture
Leyla Aliyeva visits Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum and Abrahamic Family House [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva visits Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum and Abrahamic Family House [PHOTOS]

On February 5, Leyla Aliyeva visited the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum and the Abrahamic Family House.

Events
President Ilham Aliyev attends Zayed Award for Human Fraternity presentation ceremony in Abu Dhabi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

President Ilham Aliyev attends Zayed Award for Human Fraternity presentation ceremony in Abu Dhabi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

The awarding ceremony of the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity has commenced in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

Sports
Azerbaijan Chess Championship to feature top chess players

Azerbaijan Chess Championship to feature top chess players

The Azerbaijan Chess Federation and the Azerbaijan Ministry of Youth and Sports will jointly organize the Azerbaijan Chess Championship for both men and women, Azernews reports.

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