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Beyond optics: How Israel–India partnership alters Pakistan and Iran’s calculus

Beyond optics: How Israel–India partnership alters Pakistan and Iran’s calculus

The increasingly visible alignment between Israel and India is often framed as a meeting of like-minded nationalist leaders in Benjamin Netanyahu and Narendra Modi. But beneath the symbolism lies a harder strategic reality.

Nation
Pakistan brands Afghan Taliban rule ‘illegitimate’ amid rising tensions [UPDATED]

Pakistan brands Afghan Taliban rule ‘illegitimate’ amid rising tensions [UPDATED]

Pakistan launched strikes on the Afghan cities of Kabul and Kandahar in the early hours of Friday, according to Pakistani government officials, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR named among Moody’s ‘rising stars’ as investment-grade status strengthens

SOCAR named among Moody’s ‘rising stars’ as investment-grade status strengthens

The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) has been included in the list of six “rising stars” of the global oil and gas sector in 2025, after securing an investment-grade credit rating from Moody's Investors Service, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Instant payment transactions in Azerbaijan surge in January

Instant payment transactions in Azerbaijan surge in January

In January this year, transactions carried out through Azerbaijan’s Instant Payment System (IPS) totaled 311.6 million manats in value and 2.1 million in number.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
How Azerbaijan’s post-war leverage meets Armenia’s economic reality [ANALYSIS]

How Azerbaijan’s post-war leverage meets Armenia’s economic reality [ANALYSIS]

At a time when peace negotiations between Azerbaijan and Armenia are gaining momentum, recent signals of economic cooperation have drawn attention. Armenia’s economy minister announced that the two sides have already exchanged lists of goods that could be exported to one another. This development, though modest, reflects a new reality emerging after decades of hostility.

Armenian Aggression
Massacre at Khojaly and shadow of 366th regiment

Massacre at Khojaly and shadow of 366th regiment

Some tragedies are etched so deeply into a nation’s memory that they define a generation. The massacre in Khojaly is one such wound for Azerbaijan.

World
Former Airbus CEO calls Germany’s fighter jet partnership with France “strategic mistake”

Former Airbus CEO calls Germany’s fighter jet partnership with France “strategic mistake”

Germany’s decision to develop its next-generation fighter aircraft with France rather than the United Kingdom has been described as a strategic error by former Airbus chief executive Tom Enders.

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
Carpet Museum to host Jamila Hashimova's solo exhibition

Carpet Museum to host Jamila Hashimova's solo exhibition

On March 3, the Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum will unveil the solo exhibition "In Love with Beauty" by the renowned artist Jamila Hashimova, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Baku to host 'Winter Tale' art competition project

Baku to host 'Winter Tale' art competition project

Khatai Arts Center will host the opening of the "Winter Tale" art competition project, AzerNEWS reports.

Events
Russia escalates its shadow war against Azerbaijan as Baku deepens western ties

Russia escalates its shadow war against Azerbaijan as Baku deepens western ties

There are wars declared with tanks and parades. And then there are wars conducted in the shadows through cyber-attacks, intimidation, energy sabotage and propaganda. In 2025, Azerbaijan has found itself confronting the latter.

Sports
Azerbaijan judo referees enhance skills through seminar [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan judo referees enhance skills through seminar [PHOTOS]

A seminar for members of the Azerbaijan Judo Federation's Refereeing Committee has been conducted by Daniel Lascau, Sports Director of the International Judo Federation Academy, AzerNEWS reports.

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