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NATO at "strategic turning point": What awaits alliance in Ankara? [COMMENTARY]

NATO at "strategic turning point": What awaits alliance in Ankara? [COMMENTARY]

The upcoming NATO Summit in Ankara is shaping up to be far more than another gathering focused on defense budgets. As leaders of all 32 member states prepare to convene in Türkiye on July 7-8, the alliance finds itself navigating one of the most complex strategic environments since the end of the Cold War. Former general says NATO's future will be tested in Ankara

Nation
Russian attack damages Azerbaijani-owned SOCAR fuel station in Ukraine [PHOTOS]

Russian attack damages Azerbaijani-owned SOCAR fuel station in Ukraine [PHOTOS]

According to SOCAR Energy Ukraine, three Iranian-designed Shahed attack drones struck the company's filling station in the village of Nechayane on the evening of July 5. The attack damaged the station's administrative building and triggered an explosion at the site.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light crude prices rise on global market

Azeri Light crude prices rise on global market

The price of a barrel of Azeri Light crude on a CIF basis at Italy's Augusta port rose by ...

Business
Government leaders focus on responsible AI adoption in public administration [PHOTOS]

Government leaders focus on responsible AI adoption in public administration [PHOTOS]

The Ministry of Digital Development and Transport has organized a practical seminar on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in public administration as part of the implementation of the "Action Plan for Accelerating Digital Development in the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2026–2028", AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia's constitutional reform remains a priority, says Pashinyan

Armenia's constitutional reform remains a priority, says Pashinyan

The adoption of a new Constitution remains a key priority for Armenia's ruling Civil Contract party, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said in a message marking the country's Constitution Day, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Zelensky rejects Russian claim of capturing Kostyantynivka, warns of new offensive

Zelensky rejects Russian claim of capturing Kostyantynivka, warns of new offensive

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed Russia's claim that its forces have captured the strategic eastern town of Kostyantynivka, saying fierce fighting is still under way as Moscow prepares for a new wave of attacks ahead of this week's NATO summit in Türkiye

Analysis

Lifestyle
Archaeologists discover rare Indian gold rings dating back 2,000 years

Archaeologists discover rare Indian gold rings dating back 2,000 years

The rings were discovered at the Don Yai Thong archaeological site in Ban Lat district while researchers were examining ancient human remains and artifacts.

Culture
National History Museum opens exhibition on landmark First Turkological Congress [PHOTOS]

National History Museum opens exhibition on landmark First Turkological Congress [PHOTOS]

An opening ceremony has been held at the National Museum of History of Azerbaijan for the exhibition titled "Baku. 1926: Language, Thought, Unity," dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the First Turkological Congress, 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

Events
Azerbaijan concludes training session for reservists [VIDEO]

Azerbaijan concludes training session for reservists [VIDEO]

Pursuant to the training plan for 2026, the next training session held with a group of reservists in one of the military units of the Combined Arms Army within the framework of joint actions with the State Service for Mobilization and Conscription ended.

Sports
Qarabag strengthens squad with ex-Borussia Dortmund player

Qarabag strengthens squad with ex-Borussia Dortmund player

Preparing for the new season, Qarabag FK have completed another summer signing, bringing in Latvian midfielder Jebrail Makreckis from Hungarian champions Ferencváros, AzerNEWS reports.

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