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Garabagh in motion as President Aliyev reviews education, industry, and infrastructure [ANALYSIS]

Garabagh in motion as President Aliyev reviews education, industry, and infrastructure [ANALYSIS]

Garabagh’s transformation was on full display during President Ilham Aliyev’s visit on December 23, as the head of state reviewed projects spanning settlement restoration, education, industry, and power supply. The visit reflected a broader policy focus on turning liberated territories into economically active and socially viable regions.

Nation
Georgian Prime Minister makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev

Georgian Prime Minister makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev

On December 24, Irakli Kobakhidze, Prime Minister of Georgia, made a phone call to Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Azernews reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light crude prices rise at Augusta and Ceyhan ports

Azeri Light crude prices rise at Augusta and Ceyhan ports

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil at Italy’s Augusta port on a CIF basis increased by $0.43, or 0.65 percent, compared with the previous level, reaching $66.14 per barrel, Azernews reports.

Business
Azerbaijan’s exports to Saudi Arabia grow more than fourfold

Azerbaijan’s exports to Saudi Arabia grow more than fourfold

Trade relations between Azerbaijan and Saudi Arabia continued to strengthen during January–November of this year, with bilateral trade turnover showing substantial growth, Azernews reports.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Former IDP families move back to Sos and Horovlu villages [PHOTOS]

Former IDP families move back to Sos and Horovlu villages [PHOTOS]

In line with the instructions of President Ilham Aliyev, the Great Return to the territories liberated from occupation is continuing. According to Azernews, the former IDP families resettled in the villages of Sos in Khojavend district and Horovlu in Jabrayil district had previously been living temporarily in various parts of the country, primarily in dormitories, sanatoriums, and administrative buildings.

Armenian Aggression
How diaspora politics in Washington distort justice in South Caucasus [OPINION]

How diaspora politics in Washington distort justice in South Caucasus [OPINION]

There is something strikingly familiar about the latest legislative initiative introduced by Representatives Gus Bilirakis and Frank Pallone. Once again, a pair of United States lawmakers has placed itself at the centre of a deeply polarised foreign conflict, not by promoting balance or legal clarity, but by recycling talking points carefully curated by the Armenian diaspora lobby in Washington.

World
Zelensky outlines 20-point peace plan for Ukraine

Zelensky outlines 20-point peace plan for Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has presented a comprehensive 20-point peace plan outlining Kyiv’s vision for ending the war and ensuring long-term security and reconstruction in Ukraine, Azernews reports.

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
D’ART Gallery opens in Baku’s White City with inaugural “From Generation to Generation” exhibition [PHOTOS]

D’ART Gallery opens in Baku’s White City with inaugural “From Generation to Generation” exhibition [PHOTOS]

D’ART Gallery is a new platform for art, culture, and creative dialogue. By bringing together Azerbaijan’s historical artistic heritage with contemporary art, the gallery offers art lovers a unique journey across time, styles, and artistic perspectives. At the same time, its core mission is to support artists, attract collectors, and present Azerbaijani art to an international audience.

Culture
Int'l Mugham Center pays tribute to outstanding mugham singer [PHOTOS]

Int'l Mugham Center pays tribute to outstanding mugham singer [PHOTOS]

The International Mugham Centre has hosted a commemorative evening dedicated to the 90th anniversary of People's Artist Gadir Rustamov, one of Azerbaijan's most celebrated mugham performers, Azernews reports.

Events
Swan Lake captivates Baku as both performances sell out [VIDEO]

Swan Lake captivates Baku as both performances sell out [VIDEO]

Tickets for both performances of Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake presented at the Heydar Aliyev Palace have been completely sold out, Azernews reports.

Sports
Documentary about legendary chess arbiter premiered in Baku [PHOTOS]

Documentary about legendary chess arbiter premiered in Baku [PHOTOS]

The Azerbaijan Chess Federation (ACF) recently hosted the premiere of the documentary film "A Life Dedicated to Chess", celebrating the remarkable career of legendary chess arbiter Faiq Hasanov, Azernews reports.

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