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Shusha’s liberation changed more than map of South Caucasus

Shusha’s liberation changed more than map of South Caucasus

Founded in 1752 by Panahali Khan, Shusha emerged as the political and administrative centre of the Karabakh Khanate. Its elevated position, approximately 1,300–1,600 metres above sea level, provided natural defensive advantages and made the settlement an important fortress in the mountainous landscape of Karabakh. Over subsequent generations, the city developed into one of the most prominent centres of Azerbaijani intellectual, artistic and political life. Its historical importance gradually acquired a cultural dimension that reached far beyond the borders of the Karabakh region.

Nation
Azerbaijan's Victory Day commemorated in Mexico City [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Azerbaijan's Victory Day commemorated in Mexico City [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

A ceremony marking the sixth anniversary of Azerbaijan's Victory Day was held in Mexico City on November 7, ahead of the national holiday celebrated annually on November 8.

Oil & Gas
Shah Deniz gas output and tax revenues set to decline in 2027

Shah Deniz gas output and tax revenues set to decline in 2027

Natural gas and condensate production at Azerbaijan's Shah Deniz field in the Caspian Sea is expected to decline in 2027, accompanied by a reduction in profit tax revenues from the project, according to the country's draft state budget package for next year.

Business
AzerGold warns of WhatsApp scams using fake employee profiles

AzerGold warns of WhatsApp scams using fake employee profiles

Recently, several incidents have been reported involving the creation of fake profiles using the names and photographs of AzerGold CJSC employees, as well as attempts to carry out fraudulent activities through the WhatsApp messaging platform.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan, Armenia and US launch trilateral working groups to advance TRIPP corridor

Azerbaijan, Armenia and US launch trilateral working groups to advance TRIPP corridor

Azerbaijan, Armenia and the United States have launched trilateral technical planning groups to accelerate implementation of the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP), marking a new stage in efforts to develop regional transport and energy connectivity.

World
Coca-Cola's India bottler files draft IPO papers

Coca-Cola's India bottler files draft IPO papers

Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings, the parent of Coca-Cola's largest bottling business in India, has filed draft papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India for an initial public offering. The proposed sale will consist entirely of existing shares, so the company will receive no proceeds.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva visited a social sewing facility operating in the city of Shamakhi on October 26.

Culture
Israeli choreographer Shahar Binyamini brings contemporary dance to Baku festival

Israeli choreographer Shahar Binyamini brings contemporary dance to Baku festival

Israeli choreographer and dancer Shahar Binyamini presented his contemporary dance programme "New Earth // Bolero X" at the Azerbaijan State Academic National Drama Theatre on November 5–6 as part of the Baku International Arts Festival (BIAF-2026).

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
Azerbaijan's Victory Day commemorated at University of Essex in UK [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's Victory Day commemorated at University of Essex in UK [PHOTOS]

An event marking the sixth anniversary of Azerbaijan's Victory Day was held at the University of Essex in the United Kingdom ahead of the November 8 celebrations, bringing together Azerbaijani students, diplomats and international guests.

Sports
Azerbaijani siblings win historic silver at World Trampoline Championships in China

Azerbaijani siblings win historic silver at World Trampoline Championships in China

Azerbaijani gymnasts Seljan Mahsudova and Maqsud Mahsudov have secured a silver medal at the World Trampoline and Tumbling Championships in Nanjing, China, marking a historic achievement for the country's gymnastics team.

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