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Beyond conflict: how Ankara, Baku, and Yerevan testing new regional order [OPINION]

Beyond conflict: how Ankara, Baku, and Yerevan testing new regional order [OPINION]

For much of the past three decades, the South Caucasus has been defined by closed borders, frozen conflicts and missed opportunities. Today, that static picture is beginning to shift. The emerging interplay between Ankara, Yerevan and Baku suggests that the region, long treated as a geopolitical periphery, is cautiously repositioning itself as a corridor of strategic relevance, for its immediate neighbours and for Europe as a whole.

Nation
First VP Mehriban Aliyeva watches European Cup in Rhythmic Gymnastics [PHOTOS]

First VP Mehriban Aliyeva watches European Cup in Rhythmic Gymnastics [PHOTOS]

On May 3, First Vice-President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, President of the Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation Mehriban Aliyeva, along with family members, and Alina Kabaeva, Olympic and two-time world champion, watched the European Cup in Rhythmic Gymnastics held at the National Gymnastics Arena, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light crude falls over 2% in global markets

Azeri Light crude falls over 2% in global markets

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil has declined at major export points, reflecting a broader downturn in global oil markets.

Business
Azerbaijan expands economic agenda at ADB meeting in Samarkand

Azerbaijan expands economic agenda at ADB meeting in Samarkand

Finance Minister Sahil Babayev, who participated in the 59th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank in Samarkand, attended a meeting of the Selection Group representing Azerbaijan at the Bank on May 3, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Russian wheat continues transit to Armenia via Azerbaijan

Russian wheat continues transit to Armenia via Azerbaijan

Another shipment of Russian wheat has been delivered to Armenia via transit through Azerbaijan, reflecting the استمرار of cross-border cargo flows in the region, AzerNEWS reports.

World
US Republicans: Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia

US Republicans: Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia

Two senior US Republican lawmakers have criticised a decision by the Pentagon to cut 5,000 US troops stationed in Germany, saying it risked undermining deterrence and would send the wrong signal to Russia, AzerNEWS reports via BBC.

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
Threads that bind time: Journey through Int'l Carpet Festival 2026 [PHOTOS]

Threads that bind time: Journey through Int'l Carpet Festival 2026 [PHOTOS]

There is a moment just before the sun crests over the Caspian Sea when the ancient limestone walls of Baku's Icherisheher seem to hold their breath. But this May, the Old City is not sleeping; it is singing in a symphony of silk, wool, and color. The cobblestones that have weathered empires are now draped in the magnificent legacy of Azerbaijan. Welcome to the 2026 International Carpet Festival, where history isn't just remembered; it is woven.

Culture
Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva visit International Carpet Festival [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva visit International Carpet Festival [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Arzu Aliyeva, Head of the Baku Media Center, visited the International Carpet Festival held at Gosha Gala Square in Icherisheher, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Events
Azerbaijan Special Forces complete training session for reservists [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Special Forces complete training session for reservists [PHOTOS]

In accordance with the plan, the reservists participated in fire, tactical, drill, physical, and socio-political training classes, as well as theoretical and practical classes in various specialties, along with educational discussions on patriotism.

Sports
Winners honored at Baku Marathon 2026 award ceremony

Winners honored at Baku Marathon 2026 award ceremony

The award ceremony for the Baku Marathon 2026, organized at the initiative of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, was held at the finish zone in the Sea Breeze area, AzerNEWS reports.

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