Keywords: Azerbaijan


Russia ranks among Turkey’s most trusted countries, while Israel and the US face strong hostility

A new public opinion survey in Turkey has highlighted a striking contrast in how Turkish citizens view different countries, with Russia entering the group of nations most commonly perceived as friendly, while Israel and the United States were identified as the countries most frequently regarded as hostile. The......

Azerbaijan: 5,000 Residents Evacuated After Series of Explosions at Munitions Depot

A fire that broke out overnight from Tuesday to Wednesday at a munitions depot in western Azerbaijan triggered multiple explosions and led authorities to evacuate approximately 5,000 people. The incident occurred near the village of Nizami in the Goranboy district, while officials claim to have regained......

Moroccan tourism sees 17% rise in visitors from Azerbaijan

Morocco recorded a notable increase in tourist arrivals from Azerbaijan during the first half of 2026, highlighting the growing momentum in tourism ties between the two countries. According to available statistics, 1,427 Azerbaijani tourists visited Morocco between January and June 2026, compared with......

Azerbaijan reaffirms support for Morocco's territorial integrity and seeks stronger strategic partnership

Azerbaijan has reaffirmed its strong support for Morocco's territorial integrity while expressing its commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation in strategic sectors, including energy, investment, transport, and trade. In recent statements, Azerbaijani officials described relations between the......

International yoga day 2026 celebrated in baku under the theme “yoga for healthy ageing”

The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan marked the International Day of Yoga 2026 with a large-scale event in Baku, bringing together diplomats, government representatives, yoga practitioners, and members of the local community in a celebration focused on health, wellness, and cultural exchange. The event......

Azerbaijan sentences Ruben Vardanyan to 20 years in prison

An Azerbaijani military court on Tuesday sentenced Ruben Vardanyan, an Armenian born billionaire and former senior official in the separatist administration of Nagorno Karabakh, to 20 years in prison, according to state media and Reuters. The ruling was delivered by the Baku Military Court after prosecutors......

Aliyev hails US-Azerbaijan strategic partnership charter as ‘historic’ milestone

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev described the recently signed US-Azerbaijan Strategic Partnership Charter as a “historic” step forward, following high-level talks with US Vice President JD Vance in Baku on Wednesday. Speaking at a meeting focused on Azerbaijan’s new digital development......

Vance arrives in Armenia for first-ever US vice presidential visit

Vice President JD Vance arrived in Armenia on Monday, becoming the first sitting US vice president to visit the country, as Washington moves to solidify a peace framework between Armenia and Azerbaijan while expanding American influence in the strategically important South Caucasus. The two-day visit......

Azerbaijan vs France: Match time and TV channel for the last game of the year

The French national team has completed the essential task but still has one final effort to make. Already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, Les Bleus will take on Azerbaijan on Sunday evening in Baku. The match will be broadcast on TF1 and will also be available in live commentary on LeFigaro.fr. Kick-off......