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Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab: Iran’s two pressure points on global trade

Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab: Iran’s two pressure points on global trade

The situation in Yemen is becoming increasingly tense. In recent days, media outlets close to Saudi Arabia have been widely reporting on the rapid offensive by Yemeni government forces and their advances in areas controlled by the Houthis. Reports said government forces had captured several settlements, that the offensive would continue, and that, as a result, the road to Sanaa could be opened.

Nation
Kalbajar to add 1,465 new apartments as reconstruction accelerates

Kalbajar to add 1,465 new apartments as reconstruction accelerates

Bashir Hajiyev, Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the Kalbajar district, told journalists that the projects for the new residential districts have been completed and are currently at the expert review stage.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price rises to $120 per barrel

Azeri Light oil price rises to $120 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil on a CIF basis at Italy’s Augusta port increased by ...

Business
Gold extends weekly slide as higher rates pressure prices

Gold extends weekly slide as higher rates pressure prices

Gold prices on commodity exchanges are on track to end the week lower for the third consecutive week. The price of gold has fallen by more than 2% since the beginning of the week. It is currently trading at around ...

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Yerevan could implement TRIPP without Moscow, Armenian expert says

Yerevan could implement TRIPP without Moscow, Armenian expert says

Russia's influence over Armenia is increasingly being tested by Yerevan's efforts to diversify its security, transport and energy ties. At the center of this debate is the TRIPP project, which is intended to establish a new transport link through southern Armenia connecting Azerbaijan with Nakhchivan. While Moscow has argued that the project cannot realistically move forward without Russian involvement, Armenian analysts have pointed to the country's dependence on Russian border forces, energy supplies, and financial flows as potential pressure points.

World
ISSA charts next chapter of Islamic sports at Taif assembly [PHOTOS]

ISSA charts next chapter of Islamic sports at Taif assembly [PHOTOS]

The 15th General Assembly of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) was held in the city of Taif, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Moroccan Heritage Days come to Baku

Moroccan Heritage Days come to Baku

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in the Republic of Azerbaijan, in partnership with the Moroccan Association Joussour des Arts et de la Créativité, will host Moroccan Heritage Days in Azerbaijan from September 10 to 14, 2026, bringing the colors, sounds, flavors and craftsmanship of Morocco to the heart of Baku.

Culture
Culture Minister attends fourth extraordinary ICESCO session [PHOTOS]

Culture Minister attends fourth extraordinary ICESCO session [PHOTOS]

The fourth extraordinary session of the General Conference of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) has been held online.

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
Man injured in landmine explosion in Azerbaijan’s Aghdara district

Man injured in landmine explosion in Azerbaijan’s Aghdara district

A landmine explosion has occurred in the Papravand village area of Azerbaijan’s Aghdara district, which was liberated from occupation.

Sports
Elite and St. Moritz to clash in Sea Breeze 2026 beach polo final [PHOTOS]

Elite and St. Moritz to clash in Sea Breeze 2026 beach polo final [PHOTOS]

The finalists have been determined for the "Sea Breeze 2026" international beach polo tournament, held at "Havana Beach" within the "Sea Breeze Resort" complex.

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