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Armenia-Azerbaijan exports could begin 'soon': Pledges, figures and remaining barriers

Armenia-Azerbaijan

August 21, 2026

Pashinyan’s statement comes against the backdrop of tangible but still highly asymmetrical trade relations.

Azerbaijan FM in Kyiv: gas for Ukraine, visit to Irpin, Ukrainian drones

Azerbaijan

August 07, 2026

It was the first visit by an Azerbaijani foreign minister to Kyiv since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Azerbaijan's Toplum TV case: Nine defendants sentenced to combined 121 years in prison

Azerbaijan

July 28, 2026

Each defendant was also banned from holding certain positions for two years and six months.

Two vessels carrying Azerbaijani nationals hit in Ukrainian drone attack

Azerbaijan

June 07, 2026

A drone attack in the Sea of Azov killed five Azerbaijani nationals.

Azerbaijani president says Iran carried out 'terrorist act' against the country

Azerbaijan-Iran

March 05, 2026

Aliyev says Iran showed “great ingratitude” and warns attackers will “regret it”

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.

Why Azerbaijan is seen as threat to Iran amid ongoing protests

Azerbaijan-Iran

January 13, 2026

Amid mass protests in Iran, the issue of “South Azerbaijan” has returned to the agenda.

Post-conflict Azerbaijan: what Ilham Aliyev told local TV channels

Azerbaijan

January 08, 2026

In this annual interview, which has become a tradition, the president shared his assessment of the outcomes of 2025.

Azerbaijan in 2025: repression, human rights abuses and international agreements

Azerbaijan

January 02, 2026

This year saw significant changes within the government, while pressure on civil society continued.

Inside The Oligarch’s Design, documentary about Vardanyan

Azerbaijan

December 26, 2025

The film traces the journey of a billionaire and former state minister of the now-defunct self-proclaimed Nagorno-Karabakh Republic.

Azerbaijan court charges Armenian remaining in Karabakh with terrorism

Karabakh

December 24, 2025

Karen Avanesyan is said to have mental health problems. His representative at the European Court of Human Rights says the Azerbaijani authorities are “inventing a narrative” around the case.

Trial in Meydan TV case in Azerbaijan: 'Implement resolution, free press!'

Azerbaijan

December 23, 2025

Journalists facing charges expressed their protest by performing a song in the courtroom.

‘Public order’ as pretext: Azerbaijan’s recent legislative changes

Azerbaijan

December 22, 2025

Considered separately, the changes span different areas, but together they signal a new phase in the state’s punitive policy.

European Parliament resolution on Azerbaijan: 'Political prisoners must be released immediately'

Azerbaijan-EU

December 19, 2025

The document specifically highlights the arrests of academics, civil society activists, and opposition leaders.

What Azerbaijan’s plan to place internal troops under presidential control could mean

Azerbaijan

December 18, 2025

The opposition argues that this represents a dangerous expansion of presidential powers and could be used to suppress protests by force.

Meydan TV case trial begins in Azerbaijan as court rejects most defence motions

Azerbaijan

December 15, 2025

During the hearing, numerous motions were submitted regarding the defendants’ detention conditions, holding an open trial, changes to pre-trial detention, and other issues.

EU and Azerbaijan: human rights values overshadowed by energy geopolitics

Azerbaijan-EU

December 11, 2025

This article is based on data and findings from the report 'Neglecting Principles: The Human Rights Crisis in Azerbaijan – The European Union Prioritises Energy and Geopolitics'.

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