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Armenia takes control of its borders as old dependencies from Russia unravel [INTERVIEW]

Armenia takes control of its borders as old dependencies from Russia unravel [INTERVIEW]

Armenian authorities are reportedly preparing to remove Russian border guards from the Akhurik checkpoint on the border with Türkiye, signaling a potential shift in Yerevan’s approach to border management and regional diplomacy. Preparatory steps, including the installation of a flagpole, have been completed, while Russian personnel are expected to remain present during the transition.

Nation
TRIPP route is important for diversifying trade and connectivity – MFA

TRIPP route is important for diversifying trade and connectivity – MFA

On January 13, during the visit of the Armenian Minister of Foreign Affairs to the United States, a framework document outlining the implementation of the “Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity” (TRIPP) was made public.

Oil & Gas
bp introduces innovative drilling fluid recycling in Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Türkiye

bp introduces innovative drilling fluid recycling in Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Türkiye

bp has launched a pioneering approach to recycling drilling fluids across the Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Türkiye (AGT) region, significantly reducing waste and optimizing operational costs, Azernews reports.

Business
Tourist arrivals in Azerbaijan dip slightly

Tourist arrivals in Azerbaijan dip slightly

Azerbaijan welcomed 2,364,251 tourists during the first 11 months of 2025, marking a 2 percent decline compared with 2,412,160 visitors over the same period in 2024, Azernews reports via the State Tourism Agency.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Pashinyan: We have formula that satisfies Armenia, US, and Azerbaijan

Pashinyan: We have formula that satisfies Armenia, US, and Azerbaijan

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan emphasized the importance of recognizing territorial integrity, inviolability of borders, and sovereignty as essential for resolving regional conflicts, during his speech on January 14 at the IACHR Security Forum titled “Armenia and Peace at the Crossroads of Risks and Opportunities”, Azernews reports.

Armenian Aggression
Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

A landmine explosion occurred in the Qızıloba village area of Ağdərə district, recently liberated from occupation, resulting in injury to a humanitarian worker, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

World
2026’s top cars for women ranked

2026’s top cars for women ranked

The jury of the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) competition, composed entirely of women, has announced the preliminary list of winners for 2026. The best vehicles have been selected across six categories, all competing for the main award, which will be officially announced in March, 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
ESC 2026: Azerbaijan secures spot in first half of second semi-final

ESC 2026: Azerbaijan secures spot in first half of second semi-final

The countdown to Eurovision 2026 is officially on. As fans across Europe eagerly anticipate the glittering spectacle in Austria, the mystery of the semi-final line-ups has finally been unveiled, Azernews reports.

Culture
Friendship on Silk Road: Azerbaijani, Uzbek artists unite in int'l online exhibition [PHOTOS]

Friendship on Silk Road: Azerbaijani, Uzbek artists unite in int'l online exhibition [PHOTOS]

An international online exhibition titled "Friendship on the Silk Road" has been organized through cooperation between the Artists' Union of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, the Azerbaijan Artists' Union, and the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Azerbaijan, Azernews reports.

Events
Iran at crossroads: three scenarios for future of the Islamic Republic

Iran at crossroads: three scenarios for future of the Islamic Republic

The regime that came to power in the aftermath of Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution has weathered countless challenges, such as wars, sanctions, internal unrest, and sustained international pressure. Time and again, both domestic and foreign opponents have declared that the Islamic Republic was nearing its end. Yet each time, the state survived: sometimes through brutal repression, sometimes by selectively ignoring dissent and allowing public anger to burn itself out.

Sports
National futsal squad to hold training camp in Baku

National futsal squad to hold training camp in Baku

From January 18 to 24, the Azerbaijan national futsal team will hold a training camp in Baku, Azernews reports.

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