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Azerbaijan and Abraham Accords: strategic shift in Eurasian diplomacy [ANALYSIS]

Azerbaijan and Abraham Accords: strategic shift in Eurasian diplomacy [ANALYSIS]

Formalising this relationship within the framework of the Abraham Accords would elevate Azerbaijan's status as a bridge between the Islamic world and the West, between Europe and Asia, and between conflict zones and zones of cooperation. Meanwhile, the US initiative is not insignificant, and Azerbaijan’s indispensable role in the Accord has not gone unnoticed by the White House leadership.

Nation
Baku–Budapest relations set new benchmark in East-West cooperation

Baku–Budapest relations set new benchmark in East-West cooperation

For Azerbaijan, welcoming Hungarian investment is more than an economic move—it is a strategic choice. As Baku continues to diversify its economy beyond oil and gas, partnerships like these bring in not only capital but also know-how, technology, and access to broader markets. For Hungary...

Oil & Gas
Explosions halt Central Asia-Center gas pipeline in Russia's Volgograd region

Explosions halt Central Asia-Center gas pipeline in Russia's Volgograd region

The Central Asia-Center main gas pipeline, a key artery in Russia’s gas infrastructure, has been shut down indefinitely following explosions in the Volgograd region, Azernews reports that RBK-Ukraine reported, citing sources.

Business
Central Bank's foreign currency reserves rise slightly in July

Central Bank's foreign currency reserves rise slightly in July

As of August 1, 2025, the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA) reported foreign currency reserves totaling $11.191 billion, Azernews reports, citing the data published by the Bank.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
U.S. senator calls for Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal, praises Trump’s role

U.S. senator calls for Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal, praises Trump’s role

Republican Senator Steve Daines of Montana has called for the swift signing of a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, emphasizing that such a deal would be transformative for the South Caucasus and beneficial to global peace and economic stability. His remarks were made in an article titled "A Peace Deal for Armenia and Azerbaijan", published in The Wall Street Journal, Azernews reports.

Armenian Aggression
Victims of Armenian aggression speak out at Baku war crimes tribunal [PHOTOS]

Victims of Armenian aggression speak out at Baku war crimes tribunal [PHOTOS]

On August 1, the Baku Military Court continued its open hearings on the criminal cases against Armenian citizens, including Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Ghukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others, Azernews reports.

World
S. Korea's rice, beef markets won't be further opened under tariff deal with U.S

S. Korea's rice, beef markets won't be further opened under tariff deal with U.S

South Korea's markets for rice and beef will not be further opened under a tariff deal with the United States, a senior presidential official said Sunday, Azernews reports, citing Yonhap.

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
Azerbaijan hosts Int'l Pastry and Bakery Chefs Baku Cup for first time [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan hosts Int'l Pastry and Bakery Chefs Baku Cup for first time [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's capital city has hosted the international pastry and bakery art championship-Pastry & Bakery Chefs Baku Cup 2025 for the first time, Azernews reports.

Culture
Azerbaijan to celebrate National Day at UN conference in Turkmenistan [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan to celebrate National Day at UN conference in Turkmenistan [PHOTOS]

From August 4 to 8, 2025, the "Azerbaijani National Day" will be celebrated within the framework of the Third United Nations Conference on Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs), taking place in the Avaza National Tourism Zone of Turkmenistan, Azernews reports.

Events
Kamchatka earthquake among largest in modern history

Kamchatka earthquake among largest in modern history

An 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Kamchatka Peninsula in eastern Russia. The tsunami that followed flooded part of the city of Severo-Kurilsk. A state of emergency was declared in the Kamchatka region.

Sports
Azerbaijani table tennis players depart for training camp in China

Azerbaijani table tennis players depart for training camp in China

A group of Azerbaijani table tennis athletes has traveled to China to participate in a high-level training camp, according to a statement from the press service of the Table Tennis Federation of Azerbaijan, Azernews ​reports.

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