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AZE.US Potato prices have risen sharply across markets in Azerbaijan, with the cost of one kilogram reaching around 2 manats in some locations, roughly double the levels seen earlier this year. Just a week ago, potatoes were commonly sold for about 1 to 1.5 manats per kilogram, but traders say prices have climbed by 50–60 … Read more
AZE.US Energy cooperation remains the central pillar of relations between Azerbaijan and the European Union, President Ilham Aliyev said Wednesday during a joint press statement with European Council President António Costa in Baku. Aliyev noted that 16 countries – most of them EU member states – are already receiving Azerbaijani natural gas, highlighting Baku’s growing … Read more
AZE.US Russia has thanked Azerbaijan for its assistance in evacuating Russian citizens from Iran, highlighting Baku’s role as a key transit route amid rising regional tensions. The issue was discussed during a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, where the two leaders reviewed developments surrounding Iran and the broader … Read more
AZE.US A cargo train carrying Russian grain to Armenia has departed from the Bilajari railway station near Baku, continuing a series of transit shipments moving through Azerbaijan. The train consists of 11 wagons transporting approximately 1,023 tons of grain (about 770 tons net weight), according to transport data. After leaving Bilajari, the train will travel … Read more
AZE.US Prices for butter have been climbing in Azerbaijan in recent days, with increases reported both in supermarkets and local food markets. Retailers say the price changes are largely beyond the control of store chains, as suppliers and distributors have raised wholesale prices. According to sellers, some brands that were previously sold for around 23 … Read more
AZE.US Cases of fraud involving cars ordered from abroad are becoming increasingly common in Azerbaijan, with dozens of complaints reported over the past year. One victim said he was among 86 people who were allegedly deceived, paying nearly 19,000 manats for a vehicle that never arrived. According to him, neither the car nor the money … Read more
AZE.US Former Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Tofig Zulfugarov says Iran’s military defeat is becoming increasingly inevitable as the United States and Israel maintain decisive air superiority and continue striking critical infrastructure across the country. Speaking about the escalating tensions involving Iran, the U.S., and Israel, Zulfugarov argued that modern warfare no longer necessarily requires a ground … Read more
AZE.US Fish prices in Azerbaijan have risen sharply in recent weeks, with some popular species becoming significantly more expensive as supplies from Iran decline. Traders at fish markets in Baku say customer activity has slowed noticeably as prices climb. While fish used to be purchased by the kilogram, many buyers now opt for smaller quantities … Read more
AZE.US Sales at construction materials markets across Azerbaijan have slowed noticeably in recent weeks, as traders report weaker customer activity despite concerns about supply disruptions. Vendors say that for the past two to three weeks shipments of some materials have been irregular, particularly goods imported from Iran. Traders link the delays to the broader regional … Read more
AZE.US Global gold prices edged lower at the start of the Asian trading session after a recent surge fueled by escalating tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran. Despite the decline, gold remains at historically high levels, trading above $5,000 per ounce. The ongoing geopolitical uncertainty has continued to support demand for so-called safe-haven … Read more