Azerbaijan

Plot to attack Israel’s embassy in Baku uncovered

Suspected attack on Israel’s embassy in Baku said foiled

January 28, 2026

According to official information, the attack was being prepared by the Khorasan branch of the Islamic State group, known as Wilayat Khorasan.

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Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

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Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

January 28, 2026

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos

Azerbaijan-Iran

Iran unrest: Washington Post weighs possible Baku move to protect ethnic Azeris

Azerbaijan-Iran

January 27, 2026

Around 20 million ethnic Azerbaijanis live in Iran — more than in Azerbaijan itself. They make up about 23% of Iran’s population.

Azerbaijan-Armenia

Yerevan discusses the potential for linking energy systems of Armenia and Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan-Armenia

January 26, 2026

The debate was prompted by a statement from Nikol Pashinyan: “The energy systems of Armenia and Azerbaijan will be linked and will make mutual use of export and import opportunities.”

Ilham Aliyev in Davos: 'Azerbaijan is the only safe route between Europe and Central Asia'

Azerbaijan

January 22, 2026

The main topics of discussion included Azerbaijan’s investment priorities, its energy strategy, regional transport links, and relations with Armenia in the post-conflict period.

Could Azerbaijan join Trump-initiated ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza?

Azerbaijan

January 20, 2026

Azerbaijan is neither joining the initiative nor openly opposing it. As before, Baku is adopting a wait-and-see approach.

Meydan TV trial continues in Azerbaijan as one of arrested journalists goes on hunger strike

Arrests in Azerbaijan

January 17, 2026

During the court hearing, the defendants were not allowed to speak

Changes to Azerbaijan’s Law on Information could become tool for repression

Azerbaijan

January 16, 2026

The online distribution of content that “openly expresses disrespect for society and insults public morality” is banned.

Baku and Absheron water supply: 30 reservoirs, 95% promises and old risks

Azerbaijan

January 16, 2026

The aim in Baku and on the Absheron Peninsula is to modernise drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems.

Four ethnic Armenians held in Azerbaijan jails handed over to Armenia

Azerbaijan-Armenia

January 14, 2026

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan wrote that no health problems were identified in three of the individuals, while the fourth is in satisfactory condition.