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Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Oil trade’s shipping bottleneck threatens a fresh wave of inflation

Oil trade’s shipping bottleneck threatens a fresh wave of inflation

The rise in oil prices on world markets is showing no sign of stopping. Growing security concerns in the Middle East and rising tanker freight rates are putting additional pressure on the global energy market. It is important to understand that a key factor is the risk that oil may not reach buyers on time, while transportation costs continue to rise significantly.

Nation
President of Azerbaijan: Representatives of all ethnic groups and religions fought as one iron fist during Second Garabagh War

President of Azerbaijan: Representatives of all ethnic groups and religions fought as one iron fist during Second Garabagh War

“We enjoy a very high level of solidarity, mutual respect, and mutual understanding, and we are all united around our national ideas. One of them is Azerbaijanism, which embraces all the peoples of Azerbaijan,” President Ilham Aliyev said in his speech at the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price rises to $127.60 per barrel

Azeri Light oil price rises to $127.60 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil on a CIF basis at Italy’s Port of Augusta increased by $1.01, or 0.8%, from the previous level to $127.60 per barrel.

Business
Baku holds Germany-Azerbaijan Business Conference

Baku holds Germany-Azerbaijan Business Conference

A Germany-Azerbaijan business conference organized by the German-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce (AHK Azerbaijan) is being held in Baku on October 27.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pesticide concerns highlight food safety challenges in emerging Azerbaijan–Armenia trade

Pesticide concerns highlight food safety challenges in emerging Azerbaijan–Armenia trade

Concerns have been raised over the use of chemical pesticides in Armenian agriculture, following claims that expired substances and improper application practices have contributed to environmental contamination and potential health risks in certain regions of the country.

World
German special forces train for potential military conflict with Russia

German special forces train for potential military conflict with Russia

Germany’s Bundeswehr special forces are conducting exercises to prepare for a potential military conflict with Russia, according to German media reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Baku Int'l Arts Festival announces parallel programme [PHOTOS]

Baku Int'l Arts Festival announces parallel programme [PHOTOS]

The second multi-genre Baku International Arts Festival (BIAF), held in Baku from 28 October to 8 November 2026 with the support of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry has announced its parallel programme.

Culture
Leyla Aliyeva visits Capybara Azerbaijan farm in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva visits Capybara Azerbaijan farm in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

On October 26, Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva visited the Nasimi Gardens complex in Shamakhi.

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 clears 997 hectares of landmines in liberated territories

Azerbaijan clears 997 hectares of landmines in liberated territories

The Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA) has released data on demining operations conducted in liberated territories from October 19 to 25.

Sports
Azerbaijan wins ten medals at U-15 European Boxing Championships [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan wins ten medals at U-15 European Boxing Championships [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's national team has won ten medals at the U-15 European Boxing Championships in Trabzon, Turkiye.

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