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Azerbaijan's European influence grows as Baku secures 2028 summit

Azerbaijan's European influence grows as Baku secures 2028 summit

The meeting could also strengthen Azerbaijan's visibility in discussions concerning Europe's relationship with Central Asia, the Caspian region and the wider Eurasian transport network.

Nation
From minefields to new homes, Azerbaijan's deminers help bring life back to Karabakh

From minefields to new homes, Azerbaijan's deminers help bring life back to Karabakh

Azerbaijan's extensive demining operations in Karabakh and its surrounding districts are helping pave the way for the return of former internally displaced persons, as specialist teams and mine-detection dogs continue to clear territories contaminated by decades of conflict.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price rises above $100 per barrel

Azeri Light oil price rises above $100 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan's Azeri Light crude oil on a CIF basis at Italy's Augusta port increased by $1.23, or 1.24%, from the previous level to $100.63 per barrel.

Business
Azerbaijan aims to cover all current budget spending with non-oil revenues by 2030

Azerbaijan aims to cover all current budget spending with non-oil revenues by 2030

Azerbaijan plans to fully finance its current state budget expenditures through non-oil and gas revenues by 2030, as the government seeks to reduce fiscal dependence on hydrocarbon income.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia's war on historical reality finds new battleground in Blue Mosque

Armenia's war on historical reality finds new battleground in Blue Mosque

It is difficult to watch the historical decline of a nation that has given so much to human civilisation. Our neighbours in Armenia have every reason to expect the gratitude of the world. After all, this is the nation that invented the apricot, made fashion when the rest of humanity was still struggling to find something to wear in its caves, and embraced Christianity centuries before Jesus Christ was born. Such extraordinary foresight deserves recognition. The fact that Christianity is generally associated with Jesus is perhaps another example of Armenian modesty.

World
Ten police officers killed in Pakistan as Taliban militants attack anti-mining operation

Ten police officers killed in Pakistan as Taliban militants attack anti-mining operation

At least 10 police officers and 18 suspected militants have been killed in violence in northwestern Pakistan after gunmen attacked security personnel returning from an operation targeting illegal gold mining, according to provincial authorities.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva visited a social sewing facility operating in the city of Shamakhi on October 26.

Culture
Azerbaijan National Library opens exhibitions marking Constitution Day [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan National Library opens exhibitions marking Constitution Day [PHOTOS]

The National Library of Azerbaijan has unveiled a virtual exhibition titled “November 12 – Constitution Day” alongside a traditional book exhibition dedicated to the occasion.

Travel
Dmitry Sitkovetsky discusses Shostakovich’s legacy at Baku Book Center [PHOTOS]

Dmitry Sitkovetsky discusses Shostakovich’s legacy at Baku Book Center [PHOTOS]
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

Events
Trump's ambassador nominee to Azerbaijan draws US media scrutiny over Balkan diplomacy

Trump's ambassador nominee to Azerbaijan draws US media scrutiny over Balkan diplomacy

US President Donald Trump's nominee for ambassador to Azerbaijan, Alexander Alden, has attracted attention in American media over his diplomatic activities in the Balkans, particularly his involvement in political developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Sports
Xilasedici advance to third qualifying round of CEV Champions League [PHOTOS]

Xilasedici advance to third qualifying round of CEV Champions League [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani men's volleyball team Xilasedici have secured a place in the third qualifying round of the CEV Champions League after a dramatic victory over Portugal's Sporting.

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