live Trump says U.S. could strike Iran ‘hard’ as Tehran warns of economic fallout- Middle East conflict
U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington could destroy Iran’s infrastructure “in two days,” while Tehran warned the U.S. would...
On April 11, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with the Transitional President of the Syrian Arab Republic, Ahmad al-Sharaa, in Antalya.
President Ilham Aliyev stated that, immediately after the changes, Azerbaijan sent a delegation to Syria, and the Azerbaijani Embassy in Damascus, which had been inactive for a long time, has resumed its operations. He emphasized that Azerbaijan is ready to participate in the restoration and stabilization process in Syria.
Ahmad al-Sharaa expressed his gratitude for Azerbaijan’s support and highlighted the importance of cooperation in areas such as energy, infrastructure, and security. He also mentioned that he has done everything possible to restore stability in Syria, but foreign factors are complicating the process.
The development of a trilateral cooperation format between Azerbaijan, Syria, and Turkey was also discussed during the meeting. It was agreed to facilitate mutual visits by high-level official delegations and business representatives. President Ilham Aliyev invited Ahmad al-Sharaa to visit Azerbaijan, and the invitation was accepted with gratitude.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran has “no trust” in the United States and will only consider negotiations if Washington shows seriousness. His remarks came as talks on Iran’s nuclear programme continued, with Trump and Xi also opposing Iran acquiring nuclear weapons.
U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington could destroy Iran’s infrastructure “in two days,” while Tehran warned the U.S. would face growing economic costs from the conflict. The remarks came as Hezbollah reported new attacks on Israeli forces despite an extended Lebanon ceasefire.
The second semi-final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest 2026 takes place tonight in a rain-soaked Vienna, with the final 10 places in Saturday’s grand final still up for grabs.
Russia and Ukraine exchanged prisoners of war as well as the bodies of fallen soldiers, on Friday (15 May). The swap came as Ukranian officials said Moscow had carried out its largest aerial attack over 48 hours since the conflict started.
A high-powered lawyer representing Elon Musk attacked the personal and professional credibility of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Thursday, as a landmark federal trial in California nears its conclusion.
Uzbekistan has launched a nationwide environmental initiative titled ‘Day Without Cars’, which will take place twice a month as part of efforts to improve air quality and reduce vehicle emissions.
Jeffrey D. Sachs, an economist, public policy analyst, Columbia University professor, and UN advisor, said Azerbaijan and the wider South Caucasus could become one of the world’s key strategic connectors in an emerging multipolar order.
The thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum will open in Baku on Sunday, bringing together government representatives, city leaders, urban planners, international organisations, businesses and civil society to discuss the future of sustainable urban development.
Matiul Haq Khalis, Director General of Afghanistan’s National Environmental Protection Agency, has travelled to Baku to attend the 13th World Urban Forum, where climate change and safer cities will be discussed.
Children laughed, applauded and watched wide-eyed as animated characters lit up the screen at the opening of the ninth Animafilm International Animation Festival in Baku, where filmmakers and audiences from around the world gathered to celebrate the growing influence of animated cinema.
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