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Azerbaijan’s sovereignty and long shadow of Armenian revanchism [ANALYSIS]

However, history is not always written in black and white. Its pages can contain different interpretations, competing narratives and divergent analyses. This brings us to the toxic legacy left between Azerbaijan and Armenia from the Soviet period to the present day.

Nation

Azerbaijan’s Jeyhun Bayramov departs for New York to attend UN General Assembly

Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov departed for New York on September 20 for a working visit, the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry’s Press Service Department reported.

Oil & Gas

Azerbaijan marks 32 years since signing of ‘Contract of the Century’

The “Contract of the Century,” signed on September 20, 1994, laid the foundation for a new stage in Azerbaijan’s modern economic history, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Economy Mikayil Jabbarov said in a post on his X account.

Business

UN cuts 2026 and 2027 economic growth forecasts for CIS countries

The United Nations has lowered its economic growth forecasts for the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and Georgia, projecting regional growth of 1.8 percent in 2026 and 2.2 percent in 2027.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations

Azerbaijan’s 2023 anti-terror operation: final chapter of Karabakh conflict

September 19-20, 2023, is one of the most important turning points written in golden letters in the modern statehood chronicle of Azerbaijan. The local anti-terror measures, which lasted only 23 hours and 43 minutes, dealt the final and decisive blow to nearly three decades of illegal occupation, separatism, and the geopolitical uncertainty that existed in the South Caucasus. The operation resulted in the 100 percent restoration of Azerbaijan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, while also laying the foundation for new realities in the region.

World

Robert Kraft says he supports Palestinians despite donations to Israeli military groups

Robert Kraft has said he has supported initiatives benefiting Palestinians, while an analysis by The Intercept has highlighted his long-standing donations to organizations supporting the Israeli military and pro-Israel advocacy groups.

Analysis

Lifestyle

Baku to host first National Costume Day Festival [PHOTOS]

Baku will host its first National Costume Day festival on September 19 at the Icherisheher State Historical-Architectural Reserve, offering a full-day programme dedicated to the richness, beauty and distinctive character of Azerbaijan's national costume heritage.

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Nation

Armenia says it wants peace, so why are its politicians still glorifying Qarabagh’s war?

Footage dedicated to September 20 - Azerbaijan’s State Sovereignty Day posted on President Ilham Aliyev’s social media [VIDEO]

Empires fell, but poets endured: how Nasimi became symbol of Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan, Germany explore new opportunities for climate cooperation

Oil & Gas

Azeri Light oil price rises to $122.37 per barrel

Azerbaijan ships less oil to Italy - yet export value jumps 9%

Azerbaijan’s natural gas exports to Syria reach $247 million

Business

Azerbaijan glass production rises 14% in August disregarding year-to-date dip

Azerbaijan expands green energy projects in Aghdara [PHOTOS]

Shoe Production in Azerbaijan Rises 44.3% in January-August

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations

Armenian Minister: Azerbaijani gasoline helped limit fuel price increase

Armenia’s new constitution text expected to be made public by year-end

Hajiyev says Azerbaijan committed to preserving Christian heritage as part of its history

Opposition lawmaker: Armenia not ready to leave Eurasian Economic Union

World

Saudi Aramco halts October crude supplies to European buyers

North Korea may have fired ballistic missile, claims Japan

Around 100,000 vote online in Duma election overnight

US removes sanctions on Eritrean military and ruling party amid Red Sea tensions

Analysis

Azerbaijan’s fuel exports give Armenia taste of peace dividend

SOFAZ's $72 billion to deploy as AI rewrites infrastructure market

Japan’s rate hike risks unwinding carry trade - What it means for Azerbaijan?

Green energy becomes new anchor of Baku-London ties

Azerbaijan’s cotton growth shifts focus from export volumes to industrial value

Fed resets global rate cycle as Azerbaijan builds monetary buffer

Lifestyle

World stars of music, ballet and theatre at Baku International Arts Festival [PHOTOS]

Celebrities to perform at Grape and Wine Festival [VIDEO]

National cuisine delights food lovers in Uzbekistan [PHOTOS]

Culture

Azerbaijani pianist's concert in Warsaw mesmerizes Polish audience [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan, UAE enhance cooperation in museum field [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan celebrates National Music Day [PHOTOS]

Travel

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Events

First day of Shamakhi Grape and Wine Festival continues with concert program [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

5th Shamakhi grape and wine festival underway in Meysari village [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Documentary on Azerbaijani female Everest climber premiered in Baku [PHOTOS]

Sports

Azerbaijan Basketball League announces time of new season opener

Azerbaijani boxers open European Elite Championships with victories [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Cup final to be held in Ganja for first time

UN cuts 2026 and 2027 economic growth forecasts for CIS countries

Grape and Wine Festival continues in Shamakhi with music and tastings [VIDEO]

Robert Kraft says he supports Palestinians despite donations to Israeli military groups

Saudi Aramco halts October crude supplies to European buyers

Azerbaijan marks 32 years since signing of ‘Contract of the Century’

Azerbaijan Premier League Matchday 6 concludes with two games today

North Korea may have fired ballistic missile, claims Japan

Around 100,000 vote online in Duma election overnight

US removes sanctions on Eritrean military and ruling party amid Red Sea tensions

US strike on alleged drug vessel kills 4

Moscow oil refinery damaged in drone attack

Azerbaijan’s Jeyhun Bayramov departs for New York to attend UN General Assembly

First day of Shamakhi Grape and Wine Festival continues with concert program [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Saudi Arabia exits China's digital currency project

Armenia says it wants peace, so why are its politicians still glorifying Qarabagh’s war?

OpenAI security flaw discovered using claude AI model

Azerbaijan’s sovereignty and long shadow of Armenian revanchism [ANALYSIS]

ASELSAN unveils next-generation ‘SMASH 300’ remote weapon system

Footage dedicated to September 20 - Azerbaijan’s State Sovereignty Day posted on President Ilham Aliyev’s social media [VIDEO]

US ends sanctions regime against Eritrea after national emergency expires

Russia’s Irkutsk region declares high alert as bear sightings surge

IMF warns AI could widen inequality across Europe

Grape and wine festival opens in Azerbaijan’s Shamakhi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Sudan army recaptures strategic area in North Kordofan from RSF

Perth beaches closed after fatal great white shark attack

191st Oktoberfest opens in Munich with millions of visitors expected

France’s public debt to reach 121.7% of GDP in 2027, highest since 1995