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Beyond border: how civil society talks hint at fragile thaw between Armenia and Azerbaijan

Beyond border: how civil society talks hint at fragile thaw between Armenia and Azerbaijan

Peace does not take root merely in the absence of guns or open conflict. It flourishes where justice, equality and, above all, human rights are upheld. Yet justice and equality rarely arrive of their own accord; they are secured through persistence, difficult choices and sustained resolve.

Nation
Azerbaijan exports $2.4 million worth of goods to Armenia in past month

Azerbaijan exports $2.4 million worth of goods to Armenia in past month

In January of this year, Azerbaijan exported goods worth $2.404 million to Armenia, according to data from the State Customs Committee, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Belgrade, Baku seal power plant deal in push for energy security and sovereignty [ANALYSIS]

Belgrade, Baku seal power plant deal in push for energy security and sovereignty [ANALYSIS]

Energy security, sovereignty and strategic trust are drawing President Ilham Aliyev and President Aleksandar Vucic closer than ever. The first meeting of the Strategic Partnership Council in Belgrade meant more than diplomatic warmth: it marked a deliberate move to firm up Azerbaijan–Serbia relations in long-term energy investment, political coordination and economic integration. From a planned 500-megawatt gas-fired power plant near Nish to expanded gas exports, renewable energy cooperation and food security agreements, both countries are positioning themselves as reliable partners in a volatile European landscape.

Business
Azerbaijan expands mutton supply chain with Somalia, UK re-entering market

Azerbaijan expands mutton supply chain with Somalia, UK re-entering market

In 2025, Azerbaijan imported 638.4 tons of mutton worth $3.3 million, marking a significant year-on-year increase, AzerNEWS reports, citing the State Statistical Committee of Azerbaijan. Compared to 2024, the value of mutton imports rose by...

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Press conference held in Yerevan after Azerbaijan–Armenia civil society talks [VIDEO]

Press conference held in Yerevan after Azerbaijan–Armenia civil society talks [VIDEO]

A press conference was held on February 14 in Armenia following a roundtable discussion between representatives of Azerbaijani and Armenian civil society under the framework of the “Peace Bridge” initiative.

Armenian Aggression
Court hearing in Ruben Vardanyan case to resume on February 17

Court hearing in Ruben Vardanyan case to resume on February 17

The open court hearing on the criminal case against Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan will continue on February 17, according to the Baku Military Court, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Japan sees decline in industrial production in December

Japan sees decline in industrial production in December

Japan's seasonally adjusted industrial production index fell slightly by 0.1% month-on-month to 101.8 in December, according to a revised report released Monday by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), AzerNEWS reports, citing foreign 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
Conceptual exhibition 'Antinomy' opens at National Art Museum [PHOTOS]

Conceptual exhibition 'Antinomy' opens at National Art Museum [PHOTOS]

A conceptual exhibition titled "Antinomy" by visual arts theorist and artist Elchin Shamilli has been launched at the Azerbaijan National Art Museum, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Head of Baku Media Center Arzu Aliyeva attends “After the dark…” event [PHOTOS]

Head of Baku Media Center Arzu Aliyeva attends “After the dark…” event [PHOTOS]

Initiated by the Azerbaijan Children Public Union, the special “After the dark…” event was held.

Events
Applications open for Urban Expo at WUF13 in Baku

Applications open for Urban Expo at WUF13 in Baku

Applications are now open for participation in the Urban Expo, one of the flagship events of the World Urban Forum’s thirteenth session (WUF13), which will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 17 to 22 May 2026, AzerNEWS reports.

Sports
Ganja Sports Palace welcomes U-17 wrestling champions [PHOTOS]

Ganja Sports Palace welcomes U-17 wrestling champions [PHOTOS]

The U-17 Azerbaijan Championship in Greco-Roman and Freestyle Wrestling has come to an end, AzerNEWS reports.

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