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Iran faces battle on two fronts: war abroad, divisions at home

Iran faces battle on two fronts: war abroad, divisions at home

The US-Iran relationship, which entered a brief and fragile ceasefire on June 17 but remained punctuated by periodic flare-ups, appears to be shifting into a new phase of confrontation as that arrangement expires. Washington is now signalling that it wants to tighten its grip on the Strait of Hormuz and is increasingly calling on Tehran to raise the white flag.

Nation
Azerbaijan accuses CNN of spreading disinformation over Israel-Iran war

Azerbaijan accuses CNN of spreading disinformation over Israel-Iran war

Azerbaijan’s Media Development Agency (MEDIA) has accused CNN of spreading disinformation over allegations that Israel used Azerbaijani territory during its war with Iran, describing the report as a political provocation targeting Azerbaijan and regional security.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan produces 107,200 tons of liquefied gas in January-July

Azerbaijan produces 107,200 tons of liquefied gas in January-July

Azerbaijan produced 107,200 tons of liquefied gases in January-July 2026. The figure represents a decline of...

Business
Azercell’s “Offline Women” project receives international Stevie® Award

Azercell’s “Offline Women” project receives international Stevie® Award

Digital initiative supporting women in vulnerable situations recognized among Europe’s leading CSR programs

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pashinyan's reshuffle reveals leader preparing for tough years ahead

Pashinyan's reshuffle reveals leader preparing for tough years ahead

Nikol Pashinyan has begun his fourth term with a cabinet barely changed on the surface and substantially reorganised underneath it. The pattern of his appointments tells you more about the challenges ahead than the portfolio continuity does.

World
Araghchi: US now begging to talk on Iran's terms

Araghchi: US now begging to talk on Iran's terms

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the United States unsuccessfully tried to force Tehran into surrender during the war, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Scholars from thirty countries to gather for World Nomad Games conference

Scholars from thirty countries to gather for World Nomad Games conference

Azerbaijani scholars and researchers will participate in an international scientific conference dedicated to the study of nomadic civilizations, AzerNEWS reports citing Kabar News Agency.

Culture
Burgas selected as host city for Eurovision 2027

Burgas selected as host city for Eurovision 2027

Burgas has been selected as the host city for the 71st Eurovision Song Contest, which will take place in Bulgaria in May 2027.

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
Over 1,700 hectares cleared of mines in Azerbaijan in one week

Over 1,700 hectares cleared of mines in Azerbaijan in one week

A total of 746 mines and other explosive devices were discovered and neutralized during demining operations carried out in Azerbaijan’s liberated territories from August 10 to 16, AzerNEWS reports.

Sports
MMA fighter Mirmehti Miriyev secures victory in Thailand [PHOTOS]

MMA fighter Mirmehti Miriyev secures victory in Thailand [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani MMA fighter Mirmehti Miriyev has defeated Mongolia's Batochir Batsaikhan at ONE Friday Fights 166 in Bangkok, Thailand, AzerNEWS reports, citing the Azerbaijan Ministry of Youth and Sports.

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