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US signals return to Monroe Doctrine as it reassesses role in Europe [ANALYSIS]

US signals return to Monroe Doctrine as it reassesses role in Europe [ANALYSIS]

The Trump administration’s newly released 2025 National Security Strategy (NSS) symbolises the most dramatic recalibration of American foreign policy in decades. At its core lies a revival, almost verbatim, of the Monroe Doctrine: the idea that the United States should prioritise dominance in the Western Hemisphere while minimising long-term entanglements elsewhere, including in Europe.

Nation
Azerbaijani and Georgian ministers strengthen higher education ties at GTU [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani and Georgian ministers strengthen higher education ties at GTU [PHOTOS]

Georgian Minister of Education, Science and Youth Givi Mikanadze and Azerbaijani Minister of Science and Education Emin Amrullayev visited the Georgian Technical University.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan’s ASCO tanker marks third anniversary, transports over 850 mln tonnes of oil [PHOTO]

Azerbaijan’s ASCO tanker marks third anniversary, transports over 850 mln tonnes of oil [PHOTO]

It has been three years since the commissioning of the “Akademik Xoşbəxt Yusifzadə” tanker, built at the Baku Shipyard on order from Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company (ASCO).

Business
Microsoft Office 2024: Lifetime licence offers full suite without recurring 365 fees

Microsoft Office 2024: Lifetime licence offers full suite without recurring 365 fees

Microsoft 365 subscriptions are becoming increasingly expensive, with prices now at $99.99 per year, not counting periodic hikes.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Kocharyan’s reckless rhetoric exposes real enemy of Armenia’s future [OPINION]

Kocharyan’s reckless rhetoric exposes real enemy of Armenia’s future [OPINION]

When former Armenian president Robert Kocharyan stood before supporters on 6 December to declare that Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan might be an “agent”, “ignorant”, or “acting deliberately” against the state, it was not simply another political outburst. It was the latest chapter in a long and damaging campaign by Armenia’s old guard to sabotage the fragile foundations of peace in the South Caucasus.

Armenian Aggression
Vardanyan’s trial continued with announcement of documents [PHOTOS]

Vardanyan’s trial continued with announcement of documents [PHOTOS]

The trial of Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan, accused under articles of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan related to crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, terrorism, financing of terrorism and other serious crimes, continued on December 5.

World
FIFA awards Donald Trump first-ever “FIFA Peace Prize” at 2026 World Cup draw

FIFA awards Donald Trump first-ever “FIFA Peace Prize” at 2026 World Cup draw

During the 2026 World Cup draw on Friday, FIFA awarded former U.S. President Donald Trump its inaugural “FIFA Peace Prize,” presented in the form of a gold medal and trophy.

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
IDEA Public Union organises new tree-planting campaigns in Khachmaz and Shabran [PHOTOS]

IDEA Public Union organises new tree-planting campaigns in Khachmaz and Shabran [PHOTOS]

As part of the "Green Marathon" mass tree-planting campaign initiated by Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, founder and leader of the IDEA Public Union, new tree-planting actions were organised in the Khachmaz and Shabran districts, Azernews reports.

Culture
Azerbaijan Independence Museum hosts exhibition honouring Fatali Khan Khoyski [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Independence Museum hosts exhibition honouring Fatali Khan Khoyski [PHOTOS]

An event-exhibition titled "The Delicate Signature of Independence: Fatali Khan Khoyski" dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the outstanding statesman Fatali Khan Khoyski was held at the Azerbaijan Independence Museum.

Events
Nakhchivan hosts karate championship dedicated to Year of Constitution and Sovereignty [PHOTOS]

Nakhchivan hosts karate championship dedicated to Year of Constitution and Sovereignty [PHOTOS]

The Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Championship and Primary Tournament in karate for children, teenagers, and youth, dedicated to the “Year of the Constitution and Sovereignty,” was held through the joint organisation of the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic and the Azerbaijan Karate Federation.

Sports
Azerbaijan Judo Championship Concludes with team events in Baku

Azerbaijan Judo Championship Concludes with team events in Baku

The Azerbaijan Judo Championship has concluded.

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