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Can Russian diesel help Trump bring down US fuel prices?

Can Russian diesel help Trump bring down US fuel prices?

A few weeks after US President Donald Trump signed a law expanding sanctions on Russia [hell sanctions] his administration issued a general license allowing American companies to buy Russian diesel. The agreement Trump reached with Russian leader Vladimir Putin on diesel purchases drew sharp criticism from both Republicans and Democrats in Congress.

Nation
Azerbaijan hosts next phase of “Falcons Meet - 2026” exercise flights [VIDEO]

Azerbaijan hosts next phase of “Falcons Meet - 2026” exercise flights [VIDEO]

Training flights have been conducted within the next phase of the “Falcons Meet - 2026” joint tactical flight exercise held in Azerbaijan with the participation of military personnel from Azerbaijan and the United Arab Emirates, as well as aviation assets and air defence systems from both countries.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan expects oil prices to stay above $65 in 2027

Azerbaijan expects oil prices to stay above $65 in 2027

Oil price deviations from the baseline forecast have been assessed across different probability ranges to account for uncertainty in the oil market. This was stated in the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) for 2027–2030, prepared by Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Finance. Oil price risk scenarios were developed based on deviations of...

Business
Air passenger traffic in Azerbaijan rises nearly 6% in first nine months of 2026

Air passenger traffic in Azerbaijan rises nearly 6% in first nine months of 2026

Air passenger transportation in Azerbaijan increased by 5.9% during January–September 2026, reaching approximately 3.29 million passengers, according to the State Statistical Committee.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Yerevan says enclave issue will not prevent signing of peace agreement with Baku

Yerevan says enclave issue will not prevent signing of peace agreement with Baku

The issue of enclaves and exclaves between Armenia and Azerbaijan does not constitute an obstacle to signing the initialled peace agreement, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan has stated.

World
Arab League condemns Houthi attacks

Arab League condemns Houthi attacks

The League of Arab States on Saturday condemned Houthi attacks on Maashiq Palace, the Yemeni government headquarters in Aden, Aden International Airport and residential areas in Marib, which caused casualties and injuries.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Gulnara Khalilova’s collection in Ankara receives high recognition from TURKSOY and Turkiye’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism [PHOTOS]

Gulnara Khalilova’s collection in Ankara receives high recognition from TURKSOY and Turkiye’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism [PHOTOS]

A collection by Gulnara Khalilova promoting Azerbaijan’s national heritage has been showcased at the Estergon Cultural Center in Ankara as part of the 9th Week of Women’s and Ethnic Fashion of the Turkic World.

Culture
Anar Huseynzade’s solo exhibition “O” opens at Museum of Modern Art [PHOTOS]

Anar Huseynzade’s solo exhibition “O” opens at Museum of Modern Art [PHOTOS]

The opening ceremony of artist Anar Huseynzade’s solo exhibition titled “O” was held at the Museum of Modern Art.

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
Diaspora community in Greece appoints new coordinator at Athens meeting

Diaspora community in Greece appoints new coordinator at Athens meeting

Azerbaijan has discussed expanding cooperation with its diaspora community in Greece during a meeting held in Athens as part of a working visit by Fuad Muradov, Chairman of the State Committee on Work with the Diaspora.

Sports
Baku hosts first Open IBFF Fit Kids Azerbaijan Championship [PHOTOS]

Baku hosts first Open IBFF Fit Kids Azerbaijan Championship [PHOTOS]

The first Open IBFF Fit Kids Azerbaijan Championship has been held at the Sports Palace of Azerbaijan Technical University, bringing together young athletes from Azerbaijan, Poland and Russia.

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