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Caucasian Albania debate is becoming new battlefield in South Caucasus [OPINION]

Caucasian Albania debate is becoming new battlefield in South Caucasus [OPINION]

In his latest lengthy entry, Mr Marukyan accused Euronews of journalistic malpractice for interviewing a senior Azerbaijani official without confronting him over allegations of cultural destruction in Nakhchivan dating back decades. Let us start with the scale of what Mr Marukyan leaves out. Azerbaijan government lists more than 400 historical and religious monuments, 67 mosques and roughly 192 shrines and mausoleums among them, in territories occupied by Armenian forces between 1992 and 2020. The Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences found that of 67 mosques once functioning in Karabakh and surrounding districts, 63 were completely destroyed and four partially so.

Nation
Pakistan’s embassy in Azerbaijan congratulates country on State Sovereignty Day

Pakistan’s embassy in Azerbaijan congratulates country on State Sovereignty Day

The Embassy of Pakistan in Azerbaijan has extended its congratulations to the government and people of Azerbaijan on the occasion of State Sovereignty Day.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan marks 32 years since signing of ‘Contract of the Century’

Azerbaijan marks 32 years since signing of ‘Contract of the Century’

The “Contract of the Century,” signed on September 20, 1994, laid the foundation for a new stage in Azerbaijan’s modern economic history, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Economy Mikayil Jabbarov said in a post on his X account.

Business
UN cuts 2026 and 2027 economic growth forecasts for CIS countries

UN cuts 2026 and 2027 economic growth forecasts for CIS countries

The United Nations has lowered its economic growth forecasts for the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and Georgia, projecting regional growth of 1.8 percent in 2026 and 2.2 percent in 2027.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan’s 2023 anti-terror operation: final chapter of Karabakh conflict

Azerbaijan’s 2023 anti-terror operation: final chapter of Karabakh conflict

September 19-20, 2023, is one of the most important turning points written in golden letters in the modern statehood chronicle of Azerbaijan. The local anti-terror measures, which lasted only 23 hours and 43 minutes, dealt the final and decisive blow to nearly three decades of illegal occupation, separatism, and the geopolitical uncertainty that existed in the South Caucasus. The operation resulted in the 100 percent restoration of Azerbaijan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, while also laying the foundation for new realities in the region.

World
Pezeshkian: Iran rejects war, won't bow to bullying

Pezeshkian: Iran rejects war, won't bow to bullying

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Sunday that Iran rejects war and conflict, calling them detrimental to both its people and the world.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Baku to host first National Costume Day Festival [PHOTOS]

Baku to host first National Costume Day Festival [PHOTOS]

Baku will host its first National Costume Day festival on September 19 at the Icherisheher State Historical-Architectural Reserve, offering a full-day programme dedicated to the richness, beauty and distinctive character of Azerbaijan's national costume heritage.

Culture
ADA University faculty and students stage Uzeyir Hajibeyli operetta in Ganja [PHOTOS]

ADA University faculty and students stage Uzeyir Hajibeyli operetta in Ganja [PHOTOS]

Faculty members and students of ADA University have presented the operetta If Not That One, Then This One (O olmasın, bu olsun) by renowned Azerbaijani composer Uzeyir Hajibeyli on a professional theater stage for the first time.

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
Grape and Wine Festival conclides in Shamakhi

Grape and Wine Festival conclides in Shamakhi

The Grape and Wine Festival concluded on September 20 at the viticulture and winemaking complex of Shirvan Wines LLC in Meysari village, Shamakhi.

Sports
Azerbaijan Premier League Matchday 6 concludes with two games today

Azerbaijan Premier League Matchday 6 concludes with two games today

Matchday 6 of the Azerbaijan Premier League concludes today with two matches scheduled for the final day of the round.

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