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Can international law still prevent a nuclear catastrophe?

Can international law still prevent a nuclear catastrophe?

Every year on 29 August, the world observes the International Day against Nuclear Tests. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in December 2009, the day is more than a symbolic entry in the international calendar. In today’s increasingly uncertain geopolitical environment, its significance has become particularly pronounced. Rising tensions between major powers and renewed debates over nuclear deterrence have once again brought the risks associated with nuclear weapons and testing to the forefront of international attention.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to President of Uzbekistan

President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to President of Uzbekistan

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR eyes 5 million tons of annual oil output from $2 billion Uzbekistan project

SOCAR eyes 5 million tons of annual oil output from $2 billion Uzbekistan project

Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade Laziz Kudratov and SOCAR President Rovshan Najaf discussed new initiatives aimed at expanding energy, industrial and investment cooperation between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan. Preliminary estimates suggest that the Ustyurt blocks could contain up to...

Business
Azerbaijan tightens import rules to protect consumer safety

Azerbaijan tightens import rules to protect consumer safety

Azerbaijan will strengthen controls over the compliance of imported non-food consumer goods with safety requirements.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Russia to send more grain to Armenia in transit via Azerbaijan

Russia to send more grain to Armenia in transit via Azerbaijan

Another shipment from Russia to Armenia will be transported in transit through Azerbaijan.

World
Ecuador’s former President sentenced to five years in prison

Ecuador’s former President sentenced to five years in prison

A court in Ecuador has sentenced former President Lenin Moreno to five years in prison in a corruption case.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Most beautiful places to experience autumn in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

Most beautiful places to experience autumn in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

Autumn is a magical time of year, filled with magnificent natural beauty. It's a perfect season to enjoy so many outdoor activities, including apple picking, hiking, outdoor festivals, and other things.

Culture
Azerbaijan's new UNESCO Envoy presents credentials to Director-General [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's new UNESCO Envoy presents credentials to Director-General [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's newly appointed Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Fakhraddin Ismayilov, has presented his credentials to UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany.

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
Azerbaijan, Türkiye and Georgia strengthen military cooperation [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan, Türkiye and Georgia strengthen military cooperation [PHOTOS]

Final Planning Conference for the "Eternity-2026" computer-assisted command-staff exercise with the participation of military personnel from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Georgia, has concluded.

Sports
Weekend to feature classic car tally and exhibition

Weekend to feature classic car tally and exhibition

On August 30, an exhibition and rally of classic cars will be held under the organization of the Azerbaijan Automobile Federation (AAF).

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