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President Aliyev charts long-term state-building agenda in liberated Garabagh

President Aliyev charts long-term state-building agenda in liberated Garabagh

President Aliyev’s visit sends a clear message both domestically and internationally: Azerbaijan is not merely reclaiming land - it is reconstructing life. His meetings with resettled families humanize the process and validate the government’s narrative of peaceful return and coexistence.

Nation
Low risk of new Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, says Fitch

Low risk of new Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, says Fitch

The likelihood of renewed military clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan is currently low, according to a recent report by international credit rating agency Fitch Ratings, Azernews reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light Crude price declines

Azeri Light Crude price declines

The price of Azerbaijan’s “Azeri Light” crude oil dropped by $0.49 (0.67%) to $72.18 per barrel on a CIF basis at Italy’s Augusta port, Azernews reports, citing sources in the oil market.

Business
Foreign Investment in Azerbaijan rises over 30% in first half of 2025

Foreign Investment in Azerbaijan rises over 30% in first half of 2025

Foreign investment in Azerbaijan’s economy saw a significant surge in the first half of 2025, with 2.002 billion manats directed into fixed capital from international sources — a 30.6% increase compared to the same period in 2024, Azernews reports, citing the State Statistical Committee.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Armenia cancels registration of so-called "Nagorno-Garabagh government"

Armenia cancels registration of so-called "Nagorno-Garabagh government"

The Armenian Prosecutor General’s Office has filed a legal motion seeking to invalidate the registration of the so-called “Nagorno-Garabagh government’s” permanent representative office in Yerevan, originally granted on January 31, 2007, Azernews reports via Armenian media. The move marks a significant shift in Yerevan’s internal handling of post-conflict dynamics and further distances the Armenian government from structures associated with separatist aspirations in Garabagh.

Armenian Aggression
Baku Court hears gripping testimonies of victims in case against Armenian war criminals [PHOTOS]

Baku Court hears gripping testimonies of victims in case against Armenian war criminals [PHOTOS]

On July 18, an open court hearing continued in the criminal case against citizens of the Republic of Armenia, including Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Ghukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others.

World
Hankook Tire to provide high-performance EV tires for Porsche Macan

Hankook Tire to provide high-performance EV tires for Porsche Macan

Hankook Tire & Technology announced on Friday that it has secured a deal with Porsche to supply tires for the German luxury automaker's Macan sport utility vehicle (SUV), Azernews reports, citing Korean media.

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
Experience Movie Night magic at Seaside Boulevard

Experience Movie Night magic at Seaside Boulevard

With the support of the Culture Ministry, the Azerbaijanfilm film studio and the Seaside Boulevard Department have jointly launched a new initiative titled "Movie Night on the Boulevard," Azernews reports.

Culture
ICESCO's Regional Office explores strengthening ties [PHOTOS]

ICESCO's Regional Office explores strengthening ties [PHOTOS]

The first seminar dedicated to cooperation in the fields of culture, education, and science has been organized at the Regional Office of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in Baku, Azernews reports.

Events
Another auto show to be presented at Flag Square this weekend [VIDEO]

Another auto show to be presented at Flag Square this weekend [VIDEO]

On July 19, a racing event, karting championship, and drift show titled “Legends of the Night” will be held under the organization of the Azerbaijan Automobile Federation (AAF), in cooperation with Baku City Circuit Operations Company and Caspian Event Organisers, Azernews reports.

Sports
Azerbaijani taekwondo fighters set off for North Macedonia

Azerbaijani taekwondo fighters set off for North Macedonia

The Azerbaijani national youth taekwondo team has set off for Skopje, North Macedonia, to participate in the 18th European Youth Summer Olympic Festival, Azernews reports.

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