12:25
Space programme plans

Uzbekistan to launch first satellite and train first astronaut

Uzbekistan has begun preparations to launch its first artificial satellite and train its first astronaut, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced, describing the move as a major milestone in the country’s scientific and technological development.

16:55
Energy diplomacy drive

Azerbaijan expands global energy role through foreign investment

Azerbaijan is strengthening its role in international energy projects through foreign investment, Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov said on Thursday, describing the energy sector as a central pillar of the country’s economic diplomacy.

16:52
Ukraine Peace

How Ukraine peace signals impact the global economy

Signals of a possible peace proposal in Ukraine could lift global market sentiment by offering investors greater clarity after years of geopolitical uncertainty, according to economic analyst Osama Rizvi.

13:47
Israel Iran tensions

Israel reports it killed Quds Force member in Lebanon

Israel’s military said it had killed a member of Iran’s Quds Force in Lebanon accused of planning attacks against Israel from Syria and Lebanese territory. The statement was issued on Thursday.

12:23
AZAL crash accountability

Azerbaijani MP says Russia must accept responsibility for AZAL crash

Russia must accept responsibility for the Azerbaijan Airlines crash near Aktau that killed 38 people, Azerbaijani MP Tural Ganjali has said. His comments come as Azerbaijan marks the first anniversary of the disaster, which occurred on 25 December 2024.

11:28
NGO letter dispute

Azerbaijani NGOs call on Trump to reject Lemkin appeal over Vardanyan

Azerbaijani non-governmental organisations have called on U.S. President Donald Trump to reject an appeal by the U.S.-based Lemkin Institute for Genocide Prevention. The appeal urges Washington to pressure Azerbaijan to release detainees of Armenian origin, including Ruben Vardanyan.

10:47
AZAL crash investigation

Interim report into AZAL crash near Aktau released

Kazakhstan has released an interim report into the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Aktau that killed 38 people, saying damage to the aircraft was consistent with impact from elements of a warhead, although the source could not yet be determined.

22:48
Normalisation progress

Armenia supports Türkiye’s normalisation talks

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has welcomed remarks by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan indicating progress in the normalisation process between Ankara and Yerevan, describing the moment as ripe for concrete steps.

18:39
Christmas in Baku

Christians in Baku Celebrate Christmas

As Christmas is celebrated worldwide, the faithful in Baku gathered at St. Mary’s Catholic Church to partake in prayers, songs, and community celebrations.

O
Opinion