Azernews.Az

Sunday, March 22, 2026
Fragile peace in South Caucasus faces its loudest opposition overseas [OPINION]

Fragile peace in South Caucasus faces its loudest opposition overseas [OPINION]

Armenian revanchism cultivated by diaspora groups has not disappeared with the guns falling silent. If anything, it has simply migrated, taking root far from the South Caucasus in shape of networks that continue to promote grievance, resentment and outdated narratives of separatism.

Nation
Azerbaijan’s Defense Minister extends condolences to Turkiye and Qatar after helicopter crash

Azerbaijan’s Defense Minister extends condolences to Turkiye and Qatar after helicopter crash

Azerbaijan’s Minister of Defense, Colonel General Zakir Hasanov, has offered condolences to Turkiye’s Minister of National Defense Yasar Guler and Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan’s gas exports to Greece decline amid broader drop in energy shipments

Azerbaijan’s gas exports to Greece decline amid broader drop in energy shipments

In January 2026, Azerbaijan exported 80.1 million cubic meters of natural gas, in gaseous form, to Greece, valued at $33.7 million.

Business
Azerbaijan sees surge in electricity imports from Georgia, exports plunge year-on-year

Azerbaijan sees surge in electricity imports from Georgia, exports plunge year-on-year

According to data, the value of these imports amounted to $1,200. Compared to January 2025, electricity imports from Georgia increased significantly, by 14.49 thousand kWh, or 4.7 times in volume terms, and by $940, or 4.6 times in value.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia heads to polls: state and old elites collide [ANALYSIS]

Armenia heads to polls: state and old elites collide [ANALYSIS]

With Robert Kocharyan back on the ballot, a war on the church, contested arrests and a deeply uncertain electorate, June's election feels less like a democratic contest than a national reckoning

World
Iran-EU diplomats discuss regional escalation and humanitarian impact

Iran-EU diplomats discuss regional escalation and humanitarian impact

The ongoing U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory airstrikes on neighboring countries are threatening regional stability and global security, AzerNEWS reports, according to discussions between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas.

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

Lifestyle
Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions are now open for the art exhibition "Colors of Spring" (Baharın rəngləri), held under the motto: "Stay in Touch with Nature – Capture Its Charm," AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Baku marks Novruz with vibrant concert at Mugham Centre [PHOTOS]

Baku marks Novruz with vibrant concert at Mugham Centre [PHOTOS]

A concert programme dedicated to the Novruz holiday has been presented at the International Mugham Centre by the Honoured Collective, the Said Rustamov Folk Instruments Orchestra.

Analysis

Events
Baku celebrates Novruz and Ramadan across armed forces [PHOTOS]

Baku celebrates Novruz and Ramadan across armed forces [PHOTOS]

A series of events have been held across the Azerbaijan Army to mark the Novruz and Ramadan holidays, in line with the annual action plan approved by the Minister of Defence.

Sports
Azerbaijan shines at International Judo Tournament in Germany

Azerbaijan shines at International Judo Tournament in Germany

The Thuringia Cup in Bad Blankenburg, Germany has concluded, marking the 32nd edition of the traditional international judo tournament.

Latest See more