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Middle East tensions push oil markets into new volatility cycle

Middle East tensions push oil markets into new volatility cycle

The global oil market has once again found itself at the mercy of geopolitical volatility, transforming overnight from a state of cautious optimism into a theater of high-stakes tension. Only days ago, energy traders were breathing a sigh of relief as whispers of a potential ceasefire in the Middle East rippled through financial hubs

Nation
FM Bayramov joins 10th trilateral ministerial meeting with Georgia and Türkiye

FM Bayramov joins 10th trilateral ministerial meeting with Georgia and Türkiye

The 10th trilateral meeting of the Foreign Ministers of Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Türkiye was held in Istanbul, with the participation of the Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia Maka Botchorishvili, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye Hakan Fidan, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
US seeks bigger role in Azerbaijan’s energy, transit expansion [COMMENTARY]

US seeks bigger role in Azerbaijan’s energy, transit expansion [COMMENTARY]

Washington wants in on Azerbaijan's pipelines and energy infrastructure, a senior US official said in Baku, as the two countries deepen economic ties following Trump's White House peace deal with Armenia.

Business
Precious metals retreat as gold and silver prices drop

Precious metals retreat as gold and silver prices drop

Precious metals prices declined sharply in trading on the COMEX in New York, reflecting shifting investor sentiment and broader market pressures.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Grigoryan says Armenia seeks rapid progress on peace deal with Azerbaijan

Grigoryan says Armenia seeks rapid progress on peace deal with Azerbaijan

Armenian Security Council Secretary Armen Grigoryan has stated that the administration of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will continue actively advancing the peace agenda with Azerbaijan and aims to sign and ratify the initialed peace agreement as soon as possible, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Kazakhstan and Shell launched subsurface project

Kazakhstan and Shell launched subsurface project

The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, JSC “National Geological Survey,” and Shell Kazakhstan have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation in the field of hydrocarbon data research and analysis, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Azerbaijan Culture Days showcase rich heritage in Turkmenistan [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Culture Days showcase rich heritage in Turkmenistan [PHOTOS]

The Azerbaijan Culture Days have been successfully held in Turkmenistan, bringing together artists, musicians, writers, scholars, and cultural figures from both countries in a celebration of their shared history, cultural affinity, and growing bilateral cooperation, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Monument dedicated to Karabakh Horse unveiled in Switzerland [PHOTOS]

Monument dedicated to Karabakh Horse unveiled in Switzerland [PHOTOS]

An opening ceremony for a monument dedicated to the Karabakh horse was held in the city of Solothurn, Switzerland, with the support of the Azerbaijan Equestrian Federation and the Azerbaijani Embassy in Switzerland, and organized by the Azerbaijan–Turk Cultural Center, AzerNEWS reports.

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
ANAMA neutralizes hundreds of mines in liberated areas

ANAMA neutralizes hundreds of mines in liberated areas

The Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA) has released information on demining operations carried out by agencies involved in mine clearance in the liberated territories from June 1 to 7.

Sports
National GM starts int'l tournament with strong victory

National GM starts int'l tournament with strong victory

The third UzChess Cup International Chess Tournament has officially started in Uzbekistan, AzerNEWS reports.

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