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Arctic thaw turns into new test of Russian, Chinese and US power [ANALYSIS]

Arctic thaw turns into new test of Russian, Chinese and US power [ANALYSIS]

For a long time, the Arctic was associated with the "dead land" of the North and was not considered a place suitable for economic activity or human life. Today, however, it is increasingly seen as a valuable and strategically important region. This shift is largely connected to the natural resources hidden beneath its surface. Climate change and the melting of Arctic ice are only making these resources easier to access.

Nation
Qarabağ beat Twente away in Conference League play-off

Qarabağ beat Twente away in Conference League play-off

Azerbaijan’s Qarabağ secured a 1-0 away victory over Dutch side Twente in the first leg of the UEFA Conference League play-off round.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan’s oil exports to Romania rise by nearly 20% in seven months

Azerbaijan’s oil exports to Romania rise by nearly 20% in seven months

Azerbaijan increased its crude oil exports to Romania significantly in January-July 2026, with both the volume and value of shipments rising compared with the same period last year. As confirmed by the State Customs Committee, Azerbaijan exported...

Business
Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan prepare new measures to expand bilateral trade

Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan prepare new measures to expand bilateral trade

Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are preparing new measures to expand bilateral trade and investment cooperation, including a program aimed at increasing mutual trade turnover to $1 billion by 2030. In 2025, trade turnover between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan amounted to...

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Yerevan plans to adopt new Constitution as Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process continues

Yerevan plans to adopt new Constitution as Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process continues

Yerevan plans to adopt a new constitution, according to Armenia’s development program. The relevant draft has been published on the country’s unified e-government portal.

World
New Marilyn Monroe Barbie released

New Marilyn Monroe Barbie released

American toy company Mattel has released a new Barbie doll inspired by legendary Hollywood actress Marilyn Monroe. The release commemorates the 100th anniversary of the actress’s birth.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Cloudy weather expected in Baku

Cloudy weather expected in Baku

On August 21, partly cloudy weather is expected in Baku and on the Absheron Peninsula, with mostly dry conditions forecast. Northwesterly winds will occasionally strengthen.

Culture
Maestro Niyazi's contribution to country's professional conducting school

Maestro Niyazi's contribution to country's professional conducting school

This year marks the 114th anniversary of the birth of renowned Azerbaijani conductor and composer Niyazi Taghizade-Hajibayov. His name became inseparable from the development of Azerbaijan's professional conducting school.

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, Kyrgyzstan strengthen cooperation in judicial sphere

Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan strengthen cooperation in judicial sphere

A meeting was held at the Supreme Court of the Republic of Azerbaijan with a delegation from the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic, led by Deputy Chairman Nurlan Alisherovich Musaev.

Sports
Max Verstappen extends Red Bull contract through 2030

Max Verstappen extends Red Bull contract through 2030

Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has extended his contract with Red Bull Racing through the end of the 2030 season, the team announced.

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