Will Turkey Be Israel’s Next Target? Musabekov Says No

AZE.US Azerbaijani lawmaker Rasim Musabekov said he does not believe Turkey will become Israel’s next military target, dismissing such talk as unrealistic even amid rising regional tension. Speaking on the Daily Europe Online channel, Musabekov said the relationship between Ankara and Tel Aviv is clearly strained, but described the current clash as a political and … Read more

Hail Damaged Cars In Baku: What Insurance Will Cover

AZE.US A powerful hailstorm that hit Baku overnight left visible damage on a number of vehicles, especially those parked in open areas. Drivers reported dents on body panels and damage to windows, raising fresh questions about how far insurance protection actually goes in such cases. The key issue is Casco coverage. Unlike mandatory basic insurance, … Read more

Israel And Turkey On The Brink Of War? Analyst Assesses The Real Risk

ФЯУюГЫ Despite the sharp rhetoric between Israel and Turkey, a direct military conflict between the two countries remains highly unlikely, according to political analyst Elchin Alioglu. Alioglu argued that the chances of an actual war are extremely low, saying the current wave of hostile statements from both sides is aimed more at domestic audiences than … Read more

Russians In Azerbaijan Reminded Of Stay Limit

AZE.US Russian citizens temporarily living in Azerbaijan have been reminded to closely monitor the length of their stay in the country and secure the required permits if needed. The warning was issued by Vusal Huseynov, head of Azerbaijan’s State Migration Service, who said Russian citizens are allowed to stay in the country for 90 days … Read more

Russia To Pay Compensation Over AZAL Plane Crash

AZE.US Russia will pay compensation to Azerbaijan over the crash of an AZAL passenger plane near Aktau, in what amounts to one of the most politically sensitive outcomes in recent Azerbaijan-Russia relations. The agreement closes an important part of a case that carried not only legal consequences, but also strong public and geopolitical weight for … Read more

Why Pistachios Are Rising Sharply In Price In Azerbaijan

AZE.US Pistachio prices have risen sharply in Azerbaijan, especially for products imported from Iran, as regional instability and global market pressure begin to hit local food costs. At markets in Baku, sellers say prices for Iranian pistachios have increased by 10 to 15 manats per kilogram compared with about a month ago. Depending on quality, … Read more

Child Born Out Of Wedlock In Azerbaijan Retains Full Legal Rights

AZE.US A child born outside a registered marriage in Azerbaijan is not left without legal protection and does not lose any basic rights, even if the parents’ relationship is not recognized as a lawful marriage. The issue has drawn renewed attention after recent public discussion around prohibited family unions and the legal consequences that follow … Read more

Birth Rate And Number Of Marriages Fall In Azerbaijan

AZE.US Azerbaijan recorded a decline in both births and marriages in the first two months of 2026, according to data released by the State Statistics Committee. A total of 14,797 babies were registered in January and February. The birth rate fell to 8.9 per 1,000 people, down from 9.7 in the same period of 2025. … Read more

Finding A Rental Home In Baku Is Getting Harder

AZE.US Renting a home in Baku is becoming harder as prices continue to climb and more tenants compete for a limited pool of available apartments. According to Vugar Oruj, chairman of the Appraisers Society of Azerbaijan, the current increase is being driven by several factors at once, and many of them are not temporary. One … Read more

Azerbaijan Has Entered An Economic Slowdown Zone, Jafarli Says

AZE.US Azerbaijan has entered a zone of economic slowdown, according to Natig Jafarli, chairman of the REAL party, who says the latest data point to growing pressure across several key indicators. In a Facebook post, Jafarli said government officials have repeatedly argued that слабый growth in gross domestic product should not be seen as a … Read more