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France moves into Armenia as Russia’s influence fades

France moves into Armenia as Russia’s influence fades

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan concluded his visit to France, which was the first one since his party’s victory in the June parliamentary elections and the worsening of relations with Russia over the unresolved question of Yerevan’s choice between the EU and the EAEU.

Nation
Turkic Bar Associations step up cooperation on training, digitalisation and ethics [PHOTOS]

Turkic Bar Associations step up cooperation on training, digitalisation and ethics [PHOTOS]

The roundtable focused on exchanging experience and views among bar associations of Turkic states, expanding existing cooperation and discussing joint initiatives aimed at further developing the legal profession.

Oil & Gas
Saudi oil route hit as Gulf ship attack raises fresh fears for global supplies

Saudi oil route hit as Gulf ship attack raises fresh fears for global supplies

Fresh strikes in Saudi Arabia and attacks on vessels in the Gulf have heightened fears of further disruption to global energy supplies, as tensions around key oil and shipping routes intensified on Sunday.

Business
Over 200,000 bee colonies find new home in Azerbaijan’s liberated territories

Over 200,000 bee colonies find new home in Azerbaijan’s liberated territories

More than 200,000 bee colonies have been relocated to Azerbaijan’s liberated territories as beekeeping activity expands in the region, Agriculture Minister Majnun Mammadov said.

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
Sweden’s left wing leads election race as hard right faces setback

Sweden’s left wing leads election race as hard right faces setback

Sweden’s left-wing political bloc has taken the lead in the country’s general election, according to exit polls, potentially paving the way for former Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson to return to office.

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
Azerbaijan, Pakistan expand cooperation in literature and science [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan, Pakistan expand cooperation in literature and science [PHOTOS]

President of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS), Academician Isa Habibbeyli, has met with the President of the Pakistan Academy of Letters, Professor Najeeba Arif, to discuss the development of academic and literary ties between the two countries.

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
Azerbaijani gymnasts win silver at World Aerobics Championship

Azerbaijani gymnasts win silver at World Aerobics Championship

Azerbaijani gymnasts have secured a silver medal at the World Aerobic Gymnastics Championships in Pamplona, Spain.

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