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US is leaving Iraq as Baghdad faces new fight for sovereignty [COMMENTARY]

US is leaving Iraq as Baghdad faces new fight for sovereignty [COMMENTARY]

America is on the brink of ending one of the longest chapters of its military involvement in the wake of 9/11, with American troops set to leave Iraq by the end of September 30. Both Washington and Baghdad have recently agreed upon this date, marking the official end of the military mission of the US-led coalition in Iraq.

Nation
Azerbaijan’s new ambassador to Costa Rica presents credentials to President Laura Fernandez [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan’s new ambassador to Costa Rica presents credentials to President Laura Fernandez [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan’s newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Costa Rica, Seymur Fataliyev, has presented his credentials to Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan exports 360,300 tons of oil to Germany

Azerbaijan exports 360,300 tons of oil to Germany

Azerbaijan exported 360,300 tons of crude oil and petroleum products to Germany in January-July 2026, worth $210.9 million. Azerbaijan's State Customs Committee confirms that the value of these exports fell by...

Business
New Kalbajar-Lachin highway to shorten distance between two cities by 32 kilometres [VIDEO]

New Kalbajar-Lachin highway to shorten distance between two cities by 32 kilometres [VIDEO]

The distance between Kalbajar and Lachin will be shortened by 31.98 kilometres following the completion of a new highway currently under construction, according to the Azerbaijan State Agency of Azerbaijan Automobile Roads.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Another Russian shipment reaches Armenia via Azerbaijan as transit flows expand

Another Russian shipment reaches Armenia via Azerbaijan as transit flows expand

Another shipment from Russia to Armenia was dispatched through Azerbaijani territory on August 22, further expanding a transit route that has become increasingly active since Azerbaijan lifted restrictions on cargo transit to Armenia.

World
Belgium nominates Hans Kluge as WHO Director-General

Belgium nominates Hans Kluge as WHO Director-General

Belgium’s federal government has nominated Hans Kluge for the post of director-general of the World Health Organisation, the Belgian doctor announced on X on Friday.

Analysis

Lifestyle
EAS Graduate becomes first Azerbaijani student to receive full scholarship for Stanford University [PHOTO/VIDEO]

EAS Graduate becomes first Azerbaijani student to receive full scholarship for Stanford University [PHOTO/VIDEO]

Nijat Tagizade, a graduate of the European Azerbaijan School (EAS) and a high-achieving student of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, has been admitted to Stanford University in the United States. With an IB Diploma score of 43/45, Nijat will pursue a degree in Data Science at Stanford.

Culture
Azerbaijan, Mexico seek new paths for film cooperation [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan, Mexico seek new paths for film cooperation [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan and Mexico are looking to expand cooperation in cinema, with a particular focus on documentary filmmaking, cultural exchange, and joint film projects.

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, Kyrgyzstan strengthen cooperation in judicial sphere

Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan strengthen cooperation in judicial sphere

A meeting was held at the Supreme Court of the Republic of Azerbaijan with a delegation from the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, led by Deputy Chairman Nurlan Alisherovich Musaev.

Sports
Baku welcomes European Volleyball Championship

Baku welcomes European Volleyball Championship

Baku is getting ready for another week of top-level women’s volleyball. The 2026 CEV Women's Volleyball European Championship begins today, August 21, with Baku hosting Pool C of the tournament.

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