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Musicians in Azerbaijan are sharing centuries-old musical traditions with modern audiences through international festivals. UNESCO-recognized art forms mugham and ashiq are thriving as performers honor the past while creating connections today.
After decades of conflict, Armenian and Azerbaijani civil society leaders met for their fourth round of peace dialogue in Gabala, Azerbaijan. The talks show how former enemies are building trust and planning a shared future together.
Azerbaijan just launched the largest battery energy storage facility in the former Soviet region, a 250 MW system that could transform how renewable energy works. The breakthrough puts this oil-rich nation at the forefront of green energy innovation.
Young artists in Azerbaijan's capital are transforming electronic music into a powerful platform for cultural exchange and creative expression. The movement connects local DJs with international performers, building bridges through beats and bass.
Armenia's Prime Minister expresses confidence that a peace agreement with Azerbaijan will become permanent, marking a historic step toward ending decades of conflict. The treaty was initialed at a U.S.-brokered summit in August 2025.
The Upper Austria Grand Prix brought elite judo back to Linz, where five champions from Japan, France, and Azerbaijan claimed gold medals in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The tournament showcased spectacular techniques and fierce competition at the beautiful TipsArena.
Azerbaijani soldiers are greeting evacuees at the Astara border with hot tea, food, and safe passage home. Over 50 foreign nationals and thousands of Azerbaijanis have found refuge through the humanitarian corridor.
After decades of conflict, Armenia and Azerbaijan have reached consensus on a peace agreement text, marking unprecedented progress toward regional stability. The South Caucasus neighbors are now preparing to sign and ratify the deal without preconditions.
Remote-controlled machines are tackling one of the world's deadliest jobs, clearing landmines up to 40 times faster than human deminers while keeping workers safe. Azerbaijan has cleared 240,000 hectares of contaminated land since 2020, and now countries like Ukraine are using the technology to speed recovery.
After 32 years of deadly conflict that killed over 36,000 people, Armenia and Azerbaijan have signed a peace agreement at the White House. The breakthrough moment came when leaders who initially refused to sit near each other ended their meeting with an embrace.
Azerbaijan is using locally built remote-controlled robots to clear landmines up to 100 times faster than manual methods, helping families return home safely while sharing the technology with countries like Ukraine. The innovation is turning one of the world's deadliest post-conflict challenges into a model for recovery.
Newcastle's Anthony Gordon delivered a stunning first-half performance, netting four goals in a dominant 6-1 victory over Qarabag in Azerbaijan. The historic Champions League showing puts Newcastle in prime position to advance to the last 16.
After decades of conflict, Azerbaijan and Armenia are finalizing a peace agreement this year, bringing an end to armed confrontation and opening new doors for economic cooperation. Since signing a preliminary agreement last August, the region has seen zero casualties and a surge in trade opportunities.
After decades of conflict, Azerbaijan is now sending Russian grain through its territory to Armenia. Nearly 20,000 tons have already made the journey that was impossible just months ago.
After decades of conflict, Armenia and Azerbaijan are on track to sign a peace treaty in the coming months following a breakthrough summit in Washington. The South Caucasus neighbors are choosing cooperation over confrontation.
After going public with their struggle, Azerbaijani sailors stranded off Morocco's coast secured a major victory when their shipping company agreed to meet all demands. The crew will receive three months of unpaid wages and critical safety repairs to their aging cargo vessel.
The fast-paced indoor soccer variant futsal now reaches 30 million players worldwide, helping develop tomorrow's soccer stars. Azerbaijan just beat Denmark in friendly matches as both nations gear up for World Cup qualifiers.
Azerbaijan is transforming its economy beyond oil with new partnerships attracting billions in global investment. Over $29 billion has poured in over five years, targeting digital innovation and sustainable growth.
After three decades of conflict, Armenia and Azerbaijan have signed a peace agreement that's transforming an entire region. The two presidents met publicly for the first time since the deal, sharing how cooperation is already bringing economic benefits to millions.
After three decades of conflict, Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a historic peace agreement that's transforming their region from hostility to cooperation. The two presidents met publicly for the first time since the deal, celebrating concrete progress that's already lowering prices and opening new trade routes.
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