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Armenia's diaspora loses grip as Yerevan embraces new South Caucasus reality

Armenia's diaspora loses grip as Yerevan embraces new South Caucasus reality

Armenia’s recent adoption of a law restricting diaspora members’ interference, influence, and campaigning activity in its elections is not especially surprising. What is striking, however, is how a country that for years could prolong conflict largely due to the determined efforts of diaspora organizations now intends to structure relations with its neighbors without that same diaspora activism and support.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev approves agreement on electricity supply and transit from Azerbaijan to Georgia

President Ilham Aliyev approves agreement on electricity supply and transit from Azerbaijan to Georgia

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has signed a decree on the approval of the "Agreement between the Government of Azerbaijan and the Government of Georgia on the supply of electricity to Georgia and the transit of electricity through the territory of Georgia".

Oil & Gas
Kazakhstan expands border control to prevent illegal fuel trafficking

Kazakhstan expands border control to prevent illegal fuel trafficking

Kazakhstan's Ministry of Internal Affairs has intensified efforts to curb the illegal export of fuel and lubricants, particularly through vehicles equipped with concealed auxiliary fuel tanks.

Business
Azerbaijan's exports to Kazakhstan rise 12.7% in January–May

Azerbaijan's exports to Kazakhstan rise 12.7% in January–May

Azerbaijan exported goods worth USD 50.74 million to Kazakhstan during the January-May period of the current year, marking a 12.7% year-on-year increase.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia to publish draft of new constitution by end of year, Pashinyan says

Armenia to publish draft of new constitution by end of year, Pashinyan says

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has announced that the draft of the country’s new constitution will be made public by the end of the year.

World
Erdoğan fast-tracks NATO spending goal with $24 bln missile shield boost

Erdoğan fast-tracks NATO spending goal with $24 bln missile shield boost

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan addressed the plenary session of the NATO summit in Ankara, announcing that Türkiye intends to meet the Alliance’s new defense spending target of 5% of GDP by 2030—five years ahead of the 2035 deadline agreed by NATO members. He also unveiled additional investments in the country’s "Steel Dome" air and missile defense system, called for the removal of restrictions on defense cooperation among allies, reaffirmed military support for Ukraine, and reiterated his backing for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Ayyub Guliyev: Opera Days project reveals depth of Azerbaijani music [INTERVIEW]

Ayyub Guliyev: Opera Days project reveals depth of Azerbaijani music [INTERVIEW]

The 2nd Opera Days project, which for several days presented audiences with outstanding examples of world and Azerbaijani opera art, concluded with a spectacular premiere of Giuseppe Verdi's opera "Otello."

Culture
Citizen applications in field of cultural heritage to be processed through digital platforms

Citizen applications in field of cultural heritage to be processed through digital platforms

As part of the "e-Culture" digital development strategy, the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry continues to implement measures aimed at improving the quality of services provided to citizens in the field of cultural heritage, AzerNEWS reports citing the ministry.

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 conducts large-scale operational exercise [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Azerbaijan conducts large-scale operational exercise [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

A large-scale operational exercise involving units of the Azerbaijani Ground Forces is being conducted under the leadership of the Ground Forces Command in accordance with the 2026 training plan.

Sports
Azerbaijani rowers to participate in international regatta [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani rowers to participate in international regatta [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani rowers will participate in an international regatta to be held in the city of Poti, Georgia, AzerNEWS reports citing the Azerbaijan Water Sports Federation.

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