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Why US-Iran confrontation persist despite diplomacy

Why US-Iran confrontation persist despite diplomacy

The latest escalation between the United States and Iran illustrates a recurring paradox in Middle Eastern geopolitics, where diplomatic engagement and military confrontation are not mutually exclusive.

Nation
MFA: Israel’s decision on so-called "armenian genocide" causes serious concern

MFA: Israel’s decision on so-called "armenian genocide" causes serious concern

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan has expressed serious concern over a recent decision attributed to the government of Israel regarding the so-called "Armenian genocide."

Oil & Gas
BTC pipeline oil shipments through Türkiye drop 9% in January-May

BTC pipeline oil shipments through Türkiye drop 9% in January-May

Oil shipments through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline via Türkiye totaled 80.536 million barrels in January-May this year, AzerNEWS reports, citing data released by Türkiye's state pipeline operator BOTAŞ.

Business
Oman Parliament to review double taxation agreement with Azerbaijan

Oman Parliament to review double taxation agreement with Azerbaijan

Oman's Shura Council is set to discuss a draft agreement with Azerbaijan aimed at eliminating double taxation and preventing tax evasion on income taxes, AzerNEWS reports citing the Oman News Agency.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
When diaspora politics collides with Armenia's new reality [OPINION]

When diaspora politics collides with Armenia's new reality [OPINION]

The Armenian National Committee of America has spent decades as one of Washington's most effective ethnic lobbies. Now, as Armenia's own government pursues peace, ANCA's positions increasingly diverge from Yerevan's, raising questions about whose interests it actually serves

World
Putin says Minsk could host future Russia-Ukraine peace talks

Putin says Minsk could host future Russia-Ukraine peace talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that the Belarusian capital, Minsk, could serve as a venue for future negotiations between Russia and Ukraine if the talks eventually produce tangible results, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Cloudy weather expected in Baku

Cloudy weather expected in Baku

The Azerbaijan National Hydrometeorology Service has weather forecast for June 29, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Master's admissions continue to show strong growth as more students pursue higher degrees

Master's admissions continue to show strong growth as more students pursue higher degrees

Actual student admissions at the undergraduate level of higher education institutions have demonstrated a steady growth trend in recent years, AzerNEWS reports citing the Azerbaijan Ministry of Science and Education.

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

Events
CICA Youth Council holds 9th meeting focused on sustainable urban development [PHOTOS]

CICA Youth Council holds 9th meeting focused on sustainable urban development [PHOTOS]

The 9th meeting of the CICA Youth Council has been held in Baku as part of the Azerbaijan's chairmanship of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) for 2024–2026, AzerNEWS reports citing the Azerbaijan Ministry of Youth and Sports.

Sports
New York considers bid to host 2042 Winter Olympics and Paralympics

New York considers bid to host 2042 Winter Olympics and Paralympics

The state of New York in the United States may become the host of the 2042 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, with Lake Placid and New York City potentially joining forces for the major international sporting event, AzerNEWS reports citing foreign media.

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