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Aze.US Opposition figure says Gultekin Hajibeyli has returned to Azerbaijan and was not detained upon arrival; no official confirmation has been issued. Former Azerbaijani member of parliament and National Council figure Gultekin Hajibeyli has reportedly been deported from Turkey to Azerbaijan, according to a statement by Fuad Gahramanli, deputy chair of the Azerbaijan Popular Front … Read more
By Leyla Mammadli for Aze.US The South Caucasus has entered a post-war phase. Yet this phase cannot fully be described as peace; rather, it represents a transition toward peace. The end of active conflict does not automatically produce stability. As Johan Galtung distinguished, the cessation of violence constitutes “negative peace,” while durable institutions, economic interdependence, … Read more
Aze.US Events at a historic mosque in Marneuli have renewed debate over Tehran’s ideological reach in the South Caucasus and the potential implications for regional stability. Recent developments in the Georgian town of Marneuli, home to a large ethnic Azerbaijani population, have sparked renewed discussion about Iran’s religious and ideological influence in the region. During … Read more
Aze.US Residents in multiple districts in Azerbaijan report the rapid die-off of chickens, turkeys, geese, and ducks, with veterinarians pointing to seasonal infections and poor containment conditions as likely causes. Local farmers in several regions of Azerbaijan are facing significant losses after domestic poultry began dying in large numbers within hours of showing symptoms. According … Read more
Aze.US Azerbaijan has approved a full withdrawal of asbestos-containing construction materials from civilian circulation, setting July 1, 2027 as the deadline for banning the import and sale of asbestos roofing widely known as slate. The decision aligns the country with long-standing international health standards that restrict the use of asbestos due to its link to … Read more
Aze,US Digitalization, artificial intelligence, and data infrastructure are becoming central pillars of Azerbaijan’s long-term development strategy, President Ilham Aliyev said during a government meeting dedicated to the country’s new unified digital architecture. The discussion signaled a shift from isolated technology initiatives toward a systemic economic transition in which energy capacity, data infrastructure, and connectivity are … Read more
Aze.US Uzbekistan’s recent decision to ban vehicles older than 50 years from public roads has renewed debate across the region about the future of aging car fleets, including in Azerbaijan, where experts say similar restrictions could eventually be considered. Environmental and Safety Concerns Specialists note that older vehicles pose a dual risk. They typically emit … Read more
Aze.US The number of births delivered by cesarean section in Azerbaijan has been steadily increasing, prompting concern among obstetricians who emphasize that the procedure should be performed primarily for medical necessity rather than personal preference. Fear of Pain and Perception of Safety Medical specialists say one of the main drivers behind the growing preference for … Read more
Aze.US The age of first marriage in Azerbaijan has been steadily rising, reflecting broader social and economic changes that are reshaping how young people plan their lives. Statistical observations show that women who once most commonly married between ages 20 and 22 are now entering marriage closer to 26, while for men the typical age … Read more
Aze.US A recent, modest decline in beef and lamb prices in Azerbaijan has done little to reverse a broader consumer trend: households are increasingly turning to cheaper protein sources, particularly chicken, as income pressures continue to shape food choices. Market vendors report that beef prices have fallen from roughly 17.5 to 17 manats per kilogram, … Read more