Fractured West finds new balance as populism falters
Exactly one year ago, a profound sense of historical dread settled over the proponents of liberal democracy. The image of the Ukrainian President standing in the White House, seemingly cornered by the US President Donald Trump and his team, felt like a funeral dirge for the international order. For many, it evoked the tragic spirit of Stefan Zweig, the prominent novelist, who, in 1942, took his own life after losing faith in the survival of humanism against the tide of totalitarianism. The atmosphere was heavy with the belief that the "center" had not only failed but had been permanently erased.
Kyrgyzstan looks to Türkiye and Azerbaijan for regional progress
Kyrgyzstan relies on its partners, including Türkiye and Azerbaijan, to advance its development goals, Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubayev said, AzerNEWS reports.
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Azerbaijan, Pakistan discuss regional issues at Antalya Meeting
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Azerbaijan’s First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva attends panel session on “United for Peace in Palestine: Confronting Scholasticide, Protecting Future” in Antalya [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Jeyhun Bayramov meets Rwandan foreign minister at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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US Congress bill to repeal Section 907 gains new co-sponsors
Azeri Light oil price drops nearly 10 percent in global market shift
The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil dropped significantly at Italy’s Augusta Port, declining by $11.06, or 9.6 percent, to $104.49 per barrel on a CIF basis, AzerNEWS reports.
Middle Corridor emerging as key route amid global instability
A panel discussion titled “New Opportunities in Connectivity” was held within the framework of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.
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Azerbaijan, Armenia parliamentary speakers meet on sidelines of IPU assembly in Istanbul [VIDEO]
azerbaijan and armenia parliamentary speakers meet on sidelines of ipu assembly in istanbul
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Pashinyan hails ‘new economic era’ as TRIPP project promises to end Armenia’s isolation
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Ballots and narratives: Diaspora pressure mounts ahead of Armenia’s vote
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Next roundtable between Azerbaijan, Armenia begins under “Peace Bridge” initiative [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Armenia signals need for third-country partners in TRIPP construction phase
Swedish king controversy reveals monarchy’s democratic contradiction
Whether or not the Swedish king’s apparent refusal to greet Volodymyr Zelensky was intentional, the incident has reignited a larger question Europe rarely confronts honestly: why does hereditary monarchy still survive in societies that claim to prize equality?
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Exhibition 'Spring Colors' to open at Khatai Arts Center
Khatai Arts Center will open an art exhibition titled "Spring Colors" on April 20 and 21 at 12:00 and 16:00, AzerNEWS reports.
"Theatre of Dreams": New exhibition at Heydar Aliyev Center
A new solo exhibition by Peruvian artist Ronald Companoca is set to open at the Heydar Aliyev Center on May 21, AzerNEWS reports.
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Defense Ministry leadership visits servicemen in liberated territories [PHOTOS]
Azerbaijan's Defense Ministry leadership met with servicemen in the liberated territories, inquired about their welfare and provision, and reviewed the socio-living conditions established in the military unit, AzerNEWS reports via Azerbaijan's Ministry of Defense.
Misli Premier League round 28 continues with key matches
The 28th round of the Misli Premier League continues, with two matches scheduled for the second day of action, AzerNEWS reports.
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Swedish king controversy reveals monarchy’s democratic contradiction
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White House and Anthropic CEO discuss working together amid rising fear about Mythos model
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US approves potential $11.9 billion sale of naval combat systems to Germany
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Head of UN should be woman, says Spanish PM
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US extends Russian oil sanctions waiver until May 16
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Global oil market suffers $50 billion loss after Iran war disruptions
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Russian drones target industrial and civilian sites in Kharkiv Region
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Iran arrests 127 over alleged preparations for 'enemy attack'
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France and UK demand unrestricted access through Strait of Hormuz
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Georgia detains 53 foreign nationals in crackdown on illegal migration
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Turkish FM to host Balkan Peace Platform meeting at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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China humanoid robot half-marathon to showcase technical leaps
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Kyrgyzstan looks to Türkiye and Azerbaijan for regional progress
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Middle Corridor emerging as key route amid global instability
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Fractured West finds new balance as populism falters
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Azerbaijan, Pakistan discuss regional issues at Antalya Meeting
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Azerbaijan’s First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva attends panel session on “United for Peace in Palestine: Confronting Scholasticide, Protecting Future” in Antalya [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Jeyhun Bayramov meets Rwandan foreign minister at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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US Congress bill to repeal Section 907 gains new co-sponsors
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Hikmet Hajiyev meets Venezuelan deputy foreign minister at Antalya Diplomacy Forum
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Iran says it has reasserted military control over Strait of Hormuz
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Officials highlight importance of Azerbaijan–Georgia regional links [PHOTOS]
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"Theatre of Dreams": New exhibition at Heydar Aliyev Center
18 April 12:40 -
Footage of President Ilham Aliyev's visit to Türkiye posted on his social media [VIDEO]
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Monotamasha “Ölməz” honours national hero Natig Gasimov in Mingachevir premiere [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijanis rank among top foreign homebuyers in Türkiye despite decline in sales
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Misli Premier League round 28 continues with key matches
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NATO chief downplays fears of U.S. exit, calls for stronger European role
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Azeri Light oil price drops nearly 10 percent in global market shift
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Starmer faces calls to resign as Epstein-linked scandal engulfs Mandelson appointment
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Türkiye seeks new alliance with Pakistan, Saudi & Egypt as power vacuum grows
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Top auto parts supplier posts first loss in years
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Robots free Chinese workers from factory jobs
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Germany offers subsidies for electric vehicle purchases
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Pentagon faces growing dependence on SpaceX
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Ford to recall vehicles in U.S
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Turkiye calls to block Telegram
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China becomes world leader in nuclear power capacity
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President Ilham Aliyev and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan meet in Antalya [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 April 20:31 -
Iran’s Lego videos reshape narrative war
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"Anatolian Phoenix - 2026" exercise ends [VIDEO]
17 April 19:47 -
Zelensky open to talks with Putin in Turkiye
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Kremlin warns Georgia that joining EU could seriously damage its ability to stay on Russia’s good side
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How Baku turns Europe’s energy hesitation into strategic influence
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Dozens of seals found dead along Caspian Sea's coast
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Maryam Gafurova: Int'l Carpet Festival 2026 to strengthen cultural dialogue between countries
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Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz amid ceasefire
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Tashkent hosts vibrant cultural program within conference on Nizami Ganjavi and Alisher Navoi [PHOTOS]
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Sugar exports surge nearly fivefold in early 2026
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Police probe incident near Israeli embassy in UK
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Baku, Bishkek deepen cultural relations through join projects [PHOTOS]
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UEFA Women's EURO: Azerbaijani team concludes qualifying campaign
17 April 16:32 -
President Ilham Aliyev met with Pakistani Prime Minister on sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum [PHOTOS]
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President Ilham Aliyev attends opening ceremony of 5th Antalya Diplomatic Forum [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Azerbaijan signals possible future role for nuclear energy in power mix
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Russia launches summer camp where teens learn to go viral for war
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Azerbaijan meat imports rise 15% in first quarter of 2026
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Azerbaijani books on display at Bologna Int'l Children's Book Fair [PHOTOS]
17 April 15:22 -
Defense Ministry leadership visits servicemen in liberated territories [PHOTOS]
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Gold prices increase on COMEX as safe-haven demand strengthens
17 April 14:38 -
Azerbaijan’s ABB targets Central Asia with strategic Uzbekistan move
17 April 14:16 -
Turkiye calls for full utilization of Southern Gas Corridor capacity
17 April 14:09 -
Baku–Supsa pipeline carried 738 million barrels since operations began
17 April 13:55 -
Exhibition 'Spring Colors' to open at Khatai Arts Center
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Cargo transportation grows in early 2026 driven by road sector
17 April 13:11 -
Trump announces ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon
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Busta Rhymes to perform at DREAM FEST in Baku [VIDEO]
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Azerbaijan’s green energy production approaches 7 bln kwh in 2026 Q1
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Romania reports airspace violation by drone during Russian attack on Ukraine
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President Ilham Aliyev met with President of Moldova in Antalya [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Azerbaijan, Armenia parliamentary speakers meet on sidelines of IPU assembly in Istanbul [VIDEO]
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Economic University hosts book launch on investment potential [PHOTOS]
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President Ilham Aliyev met with President of Northern Cyprus in Antalya [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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President Ilham Aliyev meets with Transitional President of Syrian in Antalya [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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ING raises outlook for Azerbaijan GDP growth through 2028
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Baku, Algiers discuss expansion of inter-parliamentary cooperation [PHOTOS]
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Dinara Asanbaeva: Int'l Carpet Festival 2026 provides essential space where heritage meets modern trends
17 April 10:43 -
US forces intercept Iranian oil tanker near Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says [VIDEO]
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Azeri Light crude rises sharply as global oil benchmarks show mixed trends
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China’s GDP shows modest growth
17 April 09:00 -
Gold market faces volatility as central banks shift strategy
17 April 08:30 -
U.S. announces increased nuclear weapons production
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Turkiye accelerates 5G rollout with 29 million users
16 April 23:30 -
Documentary “Horse Power” presented at Nizami Cinema Center
16 April 22:58 -
Astronomers map universe in unprecedented detail
16 April 22:56 -
Olympic and F1 champions in Time’s Top 100
16 April 22:25 -
Türkiye strengthens position as third-largest natural stone exporter
16 April 21:55 -
Next major planetary parade date announced
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Japan tightens power bank rules for air travel
16 April 20:46 -
Baku to host 2nd Autism Awareness Forum titled “A Holistic Approach to Autism”
16 April 20:32 -
Turkiye prepares major energy policy shift as electrification takes center stage
16 April 20:14 -
President Ilham Aliyev expresses condolences to Turkish President Erdogan
16 April 20:07 -
EANA's Alexandru Giboi elected Officer-at-Large for US-based Digital Media Licensing Association
16 April 20:01 -
EU and Member States pledge over €812 million in response to crisis in Sudan
16 April 19:47 -
US expands blockade to include contraband shipments
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ABB targets expansion into Uzbekistan as part of strategic growth plan
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Expert Council expands efforts to protect cultural heritage [PHOTOS]
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Antalya Forum to witness South Caucasus stability amid global uncertainty
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Gafarova, Matviyenko discuss strengthening Azerbaijan-Russia ties [PHOTOS]
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Pope says world ravaged by 'handful of tyrants', days after Trump dispute
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