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Turkic States forge new path for winter tourism and ski resorts [PHOTOS]

Turkic States forge new path for winter tourism and ski resorts [PHOTOS]

The Organization of Turkic States (OTS) and the Union of Turkic Ski Resorts (UTSR) have held a high-level meeting to explore the role of ski resorts and sports events in advancing winter tourism, AzerNEWS reports.

Nation
Azerbaijan Defense Ministry releases weekly summary video [VIDEO]

Azerbaijan Defense Ministry releases weekly summary video [VIDEO]

The Azerbaijan Defense Ministry has released a summary video based on information shared last week (February 15-22).

Oil & Gas
Weekly review: Crude oil prices see mixed trends

Weekly review: Crude oil prices see mixed trends

This week, the average prices of Azeri Light CIF, Azeri Light FOB Ceyhan, Urals, and Dated Brent crude oils all experienced fluctuations, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Azerbaijan aligns with China’s Belt and Road strategy through Middle Corridor

Azerbaijan aligns with China’s Belt and Road strategy through Middle Corridor

According to Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov, the partnership rests on several pillars, including robust political dialogue, shared economic goals, and collaboration in multilateral frameworks. He stressed the importance of high-level trust and coordination, especially in the areas of transport infrastructure, renewable energy, green technologies, and sustainable development.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Trump says he brokered peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia in 24-hour push

Trump says he brokered peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia in 24-hour push

“They are good people, but they are tough. I think they have become friends,” said U.S. President Donald Trump, referring to President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington.

Armenian Aggression
Ruben Vardanyan linked to Epstein files

Ruben Vardanyan linked to Epstein files

Businessman Ruben Vardanyan, recently convicted of war crimes by a Baku court, appears in the so-called Epstein files, a collection of emails, correspondence, and records from the late U.S. financier Jeffrey Epstein, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Greece working with another 4 European countries to set up migrant deportation hubs outside EU

Greece working with another 4 European countries to set up migrant deportation hubs outside EU

Greece is working with four other European countries to set up deportation centers in third countries, most likely in Africa, for migrants whose asylum applications are rejected, AzerNEWS reports citing AP News.

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
Baby monkey Punch becomes internet sensation

Baby monkey Punch becomes internet sensation

A baby Japanese macaque named Punch has captured hearts around the world after his story went viral from the Ichikawa City Zoo in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, AzerNEWS reports citing foreign media.

Culture
Azerbaijan, Austria foster exchange in music education [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan, Austria foster exchange in music education [PHOTOS]

AAzerbaijan and Austria are strengthening ties through collaboration in music education and cultural exchange, AzerNEWS reports.

Events
Azerbaijan opens doors for global film projects at Berlinale [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan opens doors for global film projects at Berlinale [PHOTOS]

The Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale), is one of the most prestigious and highly regarded film festivals in the world.

Sports
Referees announced for UEFA Champions League Play-Off between Qarabag and Newcastle

Referees announced for UEFA Champions League Play-Off between Qarabag and Newcastle

The UEFA Champions League play-off second leg between Newcastle United and Qarabağ FK will be overseen by a team of experienced officials from Italy, AzerNEWS reports.

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