In recent days, relations between Azerbaijan and Russia have entered a new phase of unprecedented tension due to several incidents and shifting geopolitical dynamics in the South Caucasus.
Amid rising tensions with Russia, Azerbaijan asserts sovereignty, deepens ties with the West and Turkey, advances the Zangezur Corridor, and hosts a symbolic ECO summit in liberated Karabakh, reshaping regional dynamics.
Yesterday’s meeting between the leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia in Abu Dhabi received significant attention in both local and international media.
The most significant recent development in the region’s political life was the meeting in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, between the leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia to discuss a range of issues related to advancing the peace agenda between the two countries.
Mehdi Sobhani, Iran’s controversial ambassador to Armenia, has once again made headlines. This time, he chose to comment on the recent ECO summit in Khankendi.
The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Azerbaijan have officially signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a significant step forward in bilateral relations focused on trade, investment, and sustainable development.
Amid growing instability in global and regional politics, the process of normalizing relations between Azerbaijan and Armenia is drawing increasing attention.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently expressed hope for the swift conclusion of a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
The Republic of Azerbaijan hosted the 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) on 3-4 July in Khankendi, Karabakh region – a major milestone for the region that reaffirms the country’s growing leadership in promoting regional cooperation and sustainable development.
A Russian raid in Ekaterinburg targeting ethnic Azerbaijanis on June 27 resulted in deaths, injuries, and allegations of torture. This ignited a severe diplomatic crisis, with Baku accusing Moscow of ethnic violence and launching a criminal investigation.
This is great progress as Pakistan and Azerbaijan have signed investment agreements to the tune of 2 billion dollars in a gesture to further economic cooperation.
The Caspian Green Energy Corridor is designed to facilitate cross-border electricity trade and accelerate the adoption of renewable energy across Central Asia and the Caspian region.
Prominent US rabbi calls to include Azerbaijan in the Abraham Accords: “This is a phenomenal moment”
Ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the White House, leading American rabbi Marvin Hier has called for Azerbaijan to be included as a participant in the Abraham Accords.
According to Hajiyev, nations in the region—particularly the Czech Republic and Slovakia—are traditional partners of Azerbaijan, bound by both historical and human ties.
Russia is increasing its military presence in Armenia—more specifically, at its base in Gyumri.
Today, the most important news in Azerbaijan comes from the liberated Karabakh region — and not only about the ECO summit.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian revealed that he was subjected to intimidation prior to his trip to Azerbaijan for the ECO Summit.
In the long term, if Moscow genuinely wants not only to defuse short-term tensions but also to prevent future crises, Russia must abandon its arrogant, imperial tone in dealings with Azerbaijan.
The hosting of the first international forum with participation of heads of state in Khankendi became a vivid symbol not only of recognition, but also of acceptance of the transformations that have occurred in recent years—both by regional and international political communities.
In a historic and symbolically significant move, the 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) is being held in the city of Khankendi — a territory recently liberated by Azerbaijan.
Former U.S. Ambassador to Azerbaijan Matthew Bryza has weighed in on the recent developments that have intensified diplomatic and political tensions between Azerbaijan and Russia.
Azerbaijan’s relations with its northern neighbor, Russia, which is a critical player of the geopolitical equation in the South Caucasus, have deteriorated over the few months to the level unprecedented in the post-Soviet period.
The city of Khankendi is hosting the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit—yet another sign that Azerbaijan’s liberated territories, particularly Khankendi and Shusha, have become arenas for important diplomatic meetings and international forums.
Azerbaijan pursues an independent foreign policy and relies on its own strength and national interests. Hosting military bases simply does not align with this strategic course.
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