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Azerbaijan Unveils 24-kW Air-Defense Laser at ADEX 2026

BAKU - Azerbaijani defense company Zireh has presented a 24-kilowatt high-energy laser system designed to detect, track and neutralize aerial targets. The MB-24000 system was...

Aliyev Says Azerbaijan and China Back Each Other’s Territorial Integrity

President Ilham Aliyev said Azerbaijan and China consistently support each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Aliyev Warns AI-Generated Fakes Can Undermine Public Trust

President Ilham Aliyev says disinformation and AI-generated fake content can damage public trust and relations between states.

Shafiyev Outlines Four Tracks for Azerbaijan-Armenia Peace

Farid Shafiyev says the Azerbaijan-Armenia peace process is advancing through a treaty, border delimitation, transport links and civil-society contacts.

Baku-Ankara Disputes Do Not Alter Alliance, Dubnov Says

Regional analyst Arkady Dubnov says public disputes involving Azerbaijan, Türkiye and Israel do not change the foundations of the Baku-Ankara alliance.

Azerbaijan and Türkiye Sign Defense Deals Worth More Than $500 Million

Azerbaijan and Türkiye signed a package of defense agreements covering aircraft, radar, loitering munitions, electronic protection and coastal defense systems.

Azerbaijan to Receive 14 HÜRKUŞ-2 Training Aircraft From Türkiye

Turkish Aerospace will produce 14 HÜRKUŞ-2 training aircraft for Azerbaijan, with one displayed at ADEX 2026 in Baku.

Azerbaijan Unveils Missile, Five Drones and Robot at ADEX 2026

Azerbaijan displayed a laser-guided missile, five drones, an unmanned ground vehicle and armored vehicles at ADEX 2026 in Baku.

Aliyev Opens New Defense Industry Agenda With Britain

President Ilham Aliyev said Azerbaijan and Britain are exploring arms supplies, modern equipment and joint defense ventures in Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan Lawmaker Calls for Separate Social Media Law

Azerbaijani lawmaker Hikmat Mammadov proposed a dedicated law governing social media platforms, including liability for disinformation and taxation of local revenue.

Aliyev Says Azerbaijan’s Defense Industry Has Entered a New Stage

President Ilham Aliyev says Azerbaijan’s defense industry has entered a qualitatively new stage, expanding production and attracting growing international interest.

Armenia Is Losing Priority in Baku’s Foreign Policy, Analyst Says

Azerbaijani analyst Farhad Mammadov says Armenia is becoming less central as Baku’s foreign-policy agenda expands beyond the South Caucasus.

Slovakia Plans to Shift Mortar Production to Azerbaijan

Slovakia plans to transfer production of automatic mortar systems to Azerbaijan in stages under a €210 million framework agreement.

Slovakia Plans Direct Azerbaijan Flights and Long-Term Gas Supplies

Slovakia says direct flights to Azerbaijan are expected soon as the two countries seek a stable, long-term arrangement for Azerbaijani gas supplies.

Aliyev Appoints New Heads of Gadabay, Naftalan and Baku’s Garadagh District

AZE.USAzerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has appointed new executive heads for the Gadabay district, the city of Naftalan and Baku's Garadagh district.Under separate orders dated...

EU Delegation Discusses TRIPP and Nakhchivan Energy Projects

European Commission and EBRD officials discussed transport corridors, energy projects and financing options in Nakhchivan.

Azerbaijan Prepares for FIFA U-15 and U-20 World Cups

President Ilham Aliyev says preparations are proceeding at a high level for the inaugural FIFA U-15 tournament and the 2027 U-20 World Cup.

Turkish Social Media Criticism Sparks Debate in Baku

Baku residents said online criticism over Azerbaijan's relations with Israel should not be allowed to damage the country's alliance with Turkey.

Diplomat’s Presence at Netanyahu Speech Did Not Signal Support, Analyst Says

Azerbaijani analyst Ilgar Velizade says a diplomat’s presence during Benjamin Netanyahu’s U.N. speech did not define Baku’s position on the Middle East conflict.

SOCAR to Cap Fuel Prices Across More Than 4,500 Italian Stations

SOCAR will begin capping gasoline and diesel prices at Italiana Petroli stations from Sept. 28, though the company has not disclosed the ceiling.

Border Closed, Too Early to Speak of Full Peace, Iskandaryan Says

The border remains closed despite meetings and trade contacts between Azerbaijan and Armenia, Caucasus Institute director Alexander Iskandaryan said in an Echo Baku interview.

Gandzasar Dispute Halted Experts’ Visit to Yerevan, Mammadov Says

Azerbaijani analyst Farhad Mammadov explains why a planned Peace Bridge visit to Yerevan was postponed while official talks continue.

Aliyev Sets $100 Billion Target for SOFAZ Assets

President Ilham Aliyev has instructed Azerbaijan’s sovereign wealth fund to increase its assets from about $75 billion to $100 billion.

Aliyev Says 1.7-Manat Dollar Rate Will Be Maintained

President Ilham Aliyev says Azerbaijan will maintain the exchange rate of 1.7 manats per U.S. dollar, citing a positive trade balance, low external debt and strong reserves.

Azerbaijani Parliament Panel Alleges Anti-Baku Campaign Based in Turkey

A Milli Majlis commission alleged that a coordinated social-media campaign operating from Turkey is seeking to damage Azerbaijani institutions and bilateral ties.

Aliyev Opens Minkend Hydropower Plant and Launches 11 Million-Shirt Textile Project

Azerbaijan opened the 3.2-megawatt Minkend small hydropower plant and launched a textile cluster designed to produce 11 million shirts annually.

Aliyev Targets 25 Million Tons of Transit Freight by 2030 as Debt Stands at 5.6% of GDP

President Ilham Aliyev says Azerbaijan plans to raise annual transit freight to at least 25 million tons by 2030 while keeping external public debt at 5.6% of GDP.

Azerbaijan and Armenia Have Achieved De Facto Peace, Bayramov Says

Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov said Baku and Yerevan have entered a phase of practical normalization, with trade and transit links already operating.

Azerbaijan’s Five Principles Set Terms for Armenia Peace Talks, Velizade Says

Azerbaijan’s five principles formed the basis of negotiations with Armenia after the 2020 war, Azerbaijani political analyst Ilgar Velizade said. Velizade, who heads the South...

Azerbaijan Accuses Georgian Patriarchate of Territorial Claims Over Kurmuk Church

Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry called a Georgian Patriarchate statement on the Kurmuk church unacceptable and said its approach amounted to territorial claims.

Azerbaijan Says Corridor Road Is 95% Complete, Remaining Work Due in 2027

The road on the Azerbaijani section of the Zangezur corridor is 95% complete and the railway 75%, while engineering work has begun on Armenia’s TRIPP section.

Aliyev and Brookfield Discuss Renewable Energy and Digital Infrastructure

Azerbaijan is considering joint projects with Brookfield Asset Management in renewable energy, energy storage and digital infrastructure.

Aliyev Discusses New Infrastructure Projects With BlackRock and GIP

Azerbaijan’s State Oil Fund plans to expand infrastructure investment with BlackRock and Global Infrastructure Partners after joint investments in Gatwick Airport and Italo.

Aliyev Says TRIPP Will Strengthen Baku’s Role as Forum Produces 12 Deals

Twelve documents were signed at the Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum as President Ilham Aliyev highlighted TRIPP, the Middle Corridor and new investment opportunities.

Azerbaijan Plans 22.8% Military Pay Rise, Costs May Reach 550 Million Manats

Proposed changes would raise Azerbaijani Defense Ministry service members’ net pay by an average of 22.8%, with annual budget costs potentially reaching 550 million manats.

Aliyev Discusses Investment Projects With $613 Billion U.S. Asset Manager

President Ilham Aliyev met Neuberger Berman Chairman and CEO George Walker to discuss existing cooperation and potential new investment projects.

Aliyev and Tajik Prime Minister Discuss Cargo Transit Through Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan and Tajikistan are considering expanded cargo transit through the Middle Corridor alongside cooperation in energy, metals and agriculture.

Azerbaijan and Armenia Agree to Continue Direct Dialogue

Azerbaijan and Armenia agreed to continue direct talks after their foreign ministers discussed peace, trade and transport links on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly.

At the U.N., Azerbaijan’s Peace Test Is About What Happens After the Speeches

By AZE.US Editorial Team A train cannot run on a declaration. It needs tracks, border procedures and two governments willing to keep their commitments when...

Armenia to Restore Meghri and Yeraskh Rail Links Under TRIPP, Pashinyan Says

Armenia will soon restore railway sections at Meghri and Yeraskh to establish direct rail service with Azerbaijan under the TRIPP initiative, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said.

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