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Azerbaijan

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.

Azerbaijan

Bayir Shahar: Demolition of historic quarters in Baku and 'Year of Architecture' paradox

Azerbaijan

January 10, 2026

The destruction of these historic neighbourhoods in the city centre, especially around the Teze Pir Mosque, has angered many residents.

Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan’s subsidised flats sell out in seconds as public discontent grows

Azerbaijan

December 04, 2025

Although the sale was meant to run for several days, most buyers report system glitches and say they were unable to select a flat.

Armenia

New trend in Armenia: even elderly are joining fitness boom

Armenia

October 10, 2025

Parks and courtyards are now equipped with children’s sports gear, while gyms remain busy all year round

Mellow season begins in Abkhazia – Video

Tourism in Abkhazia

October 02, 2025

Overall the holiday season was considerably weaker than last year, analysts say

€120 million tourism boost: Armenia launches joint project with EBRD

Armenia

July 12, 2025

Several towns and villages will see tailored infrastructure upgrades, with improvements designed to reflect their natural and cultural strengths

Armenia’s battle with plastic bags: progress or plastic illusion?

Armenia

July 11, 2025

The government adopted legislation five years ago to regulate the reduction of plastic bag production, sale, and use — but its effectiveness appears limited

Azerbaijani authorities warn against children attending religious ceremonies, sparking rights concerns

Azerbaijan

June 27, 2025

State bodies are calling for restrictions on children’s participation in mass religious events. However, these measures raise concerns over parental rights and freedom of religion

Armenian parliament rejects bill to shorten military service in exchange for payment to state budget

Armenia

June 17, 2025

Ruling party MP proposed allowing conscripts to pay 20 million drams (nearly $52,000) to serve just one month

Armenia aims to become tech hub of South Caucasus with new AI data factory

Armenia

June 12, 2025

According to cybersecurity expert Samvel Martirosyan, if the $500 million project is successfully implemented, Armenia could become a prominent player in the tech sector

UN study: Armenians aspire to three children, but settle for one

Armenia

June 11, 2025

The UN report State of World Population 2025 also analyses the situation in Armenia. As in many other countries, couples here would like to have more children than they can afford

Azerbaijan holds anti-Islamophobia conference while religious activists face persecution

Azerbaijan

June 10, 2025

According to the Shi’a activist, around 300 religious activists are currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan: Azercell’s new tariff policy and public protests

Azerbaijan

June 06, 2025

According to the new rules set to take effect on 1 July, the validity period of Azercell numbers will be sharply reduced depending on the amount of credit topped up.

‘Battle’ for New Athos monastery: Church schism escalates in Abkhazia

Abkhazia

June 05, 2025

The conflict between the leadership of the Abkhazian Orthodox Church and the Holy Metropolis of Abkhazia has been ongoing for 15 years.

Poverty and neglect: What is life like for children in Georgia?

Georgia

June 02, 2025

According to media reports, the number of children who have died over the past five years has exceeded 30.

Sabunchu, Azerbaijan: where oil, railways and flea market meet. Photo report

Azerbaijan

May 29, 2025

Embark on a virtual journey through Sabunchu and its vibrant market, and explore its history, unique features, and local way of life

Tbilisi Open Air 2025: Where music meets spirit of Georgian protest

Tbilisi Open Air

May 26, 2025

From the main stage, the slogans “Freedom for the regime’s prisoners” and “Oligarchy to the flames” rang out.

"American Dream" and US migration policy: Armenian migrants face deportation

Armenia

May 26, 2025

JAMnews correspondent Gayane Mkrtchyan met with fellow Armenians in the US, who shared their stories, fears, and hopes with her.

New social media ad rules in Azerbaijan risk ‘demoralising proactive individuals,’ expert warns

Azerbaijan

May 26, 2025

Legal and financial requirements have been introduced for bloggers and influencers engaged in advertising on social media.

Azerbaijani carpets: art and part of every life event, from birth to death. Photo story

Travel Azerbaijan

May 16, 2025

From infancy, children played on carpets; carpets were given as dowries, and when a person died, their body was covered with a carpet. Even in the early 20th century, most Azerbaijani homes had no furniture - carpets served in its place