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Armenia’s endless search for new patron rewriting its place in Caucasus

Armenia’s endless search for new patron rewriting its place in Caucasus

History is less a collection of static dates and more a psychological mirror reflecting the enduring behavioral traits of nations. When examining the long-term trajectory of Armenian foreign policy, a recurring theme emerges with striking clarity: a perpetual search for a powerful patron, followed by a swift pivot away from that very benefactor the moment a more appealing alternative arrives on the global stage.

Nation
Video highlighting President Ilham Aliyev's visit to Shusha shared on his social media accounts [VIDEO]

Video highlighting President Ilham Aliyev's visit to Shusha shared on his social media accounts [VIDEO]

A video highlighting President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev's visit to the Boyuk Galaderesi village of Shusha has been shared on his social media accounts.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR deepens Italy expansion with high-level energy talks in Rome [PHOTOS]

SOCAR deepens Italy expansion with high-level energy talks in Rome [PHOTOS]

President of the State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) Rovshan Najaf held a series of high-level meetings during his visit to Italy and attended an official reception in Rome marking Azerbaijan’s Independence Day, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Azerbaijan eyes financing Ecuador’s energy and infrastructure projects

Azerbaijan eyes financing Ecuador’s energy and infrastructure projects

Elnur Mammadov has stated that Azerbaijan may attract state investment funds to support energy and infrastructure projects in Ecuador, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pashinyan announces plans for new transit gas pipeline through Armenia

Pashinyan announces plans for new transit gas pipeline through Armenia

Nikol Pashinyan has announced plans to construct a transit gas pipeline through Armenia while reaffirming the country’s intention to continue reforms aimed at aligning with European standards, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Gucci to partner with Formula 1 team

Gucci to partner with Formula 1 team

Gucci has officially announced a partnership agreement with the French Formula 1 team Alpine F1 Team, under which the fashion giant will become the team’s title sponsor starting from the 2027 season, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Leyla Aliyeva visits "Yashil Chay" farm in Lankaran [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva visits "Yashil Chay" farm in Lankaran [PHOTOS]

As part of her visit to Lankaran, Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder and head of the IDEA Public Union, visited the "Yashil Chay" (Green Tea) farm located in the Istisu settlement.

Culture
International Barbecue Festival returns to Shamakhi with global culinary showcase [VIDEO]

International Barbecue Festival returns to Shamakhi with global culinary showcase [VIDEO]

Preparations are underway for the upcoming International Barbecue Festival, which will return to the historic city of Shamakhi on June 13-14.

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
Türkiye congratulates Azerbaijan on Independence Day

Türkiye congratulates Azerbaijan on Independence Day

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye has extended its congratulations to Azerbaijan on the occasion of Independence Day, celebrated on May 28.

Sports
National team wins bronze medals at EKF Senior Championships Frankfurt [PHOTOS]

National team wins bronze medals at EKF Senior Championships Frankfurt [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani athletes have secured several medals at the EKF Senior Championships Frankfurt held in Germany, AzerNEWS reports.

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