Southern Gas Corridor

Aliyev confirms secret Russia–Germany talks in Baku during Berlin visit, urges Europe to invest in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan

July 22, 2026

Aliyev described the European Investment Bank's decision to stop financing oil and gas projects under the EU's green transition policy as a major obstacle

Azerbaijan's withdrawal from Council of Europe: sovereignty strategy and possible consequences

Abzas Media case

July 17, 2026

The article provides a fact-based analysis of the Azerbaijani government's official position, critical and international assessments, and the potential consequences of the country's possible withdrawal from the Council of Europe.

Ursula von der Leyen visits Azerbaijan: energy security, regional peace and values vs interests dilemma

Azerbaijan-EU

July 02, 2026

The visit has also reignited debate over balancing human rights concerns with economic interests

Turkmen president in Azerbaijan: energy, trade and tanker gift

Azerbaijan

June 22, 2026

Economists predict that the agreements signed in Baku will encourage investment flows into the region and support the creation of joint ventures, including projects aimed at expanding transport links across the Caspian Sea

$85bn despite falling oil revenues: how will Baku manage its growing foreign currency reserves?

Azerbaijan

May 08, 2026

The growth came against the backdrop of a weakening oil and gas sector, falling exports and declining direct oil and gas revenues of SOFAZ.

Opinion: Meloni’s Baku visit shows Europe balancing values and energy needs

Azerbaijan-EU

May 05, 2026

The issues discussed by the leaders of Italy and Azerbaijan showed that the talks went beyond bilateral ties. They pointed to the South Caucasus’s growing role in Europe’s energy supply, transport connectivity and security.

Visit of European Council president to Baku amid war in Iran: what does European Union want?

Azerbaijan-EU

March 12, 2026

The joint press statement highlighted Azerbaijan’s role as a reliable partner in diversifying Europe’s energy supplies.

Former US envoy: Georgia’s government no longer a reliable partner for Washington

Georgia-USA

February 17, 2026

Ian Kelly on why the US vice-president did not visit Georgia during the regional trip

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.

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.

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'.