Drones Spotted Over Baku, Authorities Urge Public Not To Panic

AZE.US Reports about drones flying over Baku have circulated widely on social media, prompting discussion and concern among some residents. Drones over Baku#Baku #Azerbaijan pic.twitter.com/jrSO0gfDCF — AZERBAIJAN.US (@Azerbaijan_US) March 15, 2026 According to local media, inquiries were sent to Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Defense regarding the situation. In response, officials said there is no cause for … Read more

Azerbaijani Wrestlers Win Bronze Medals At U-23 European Championship

AZE.US Two Azerbaijani Greco-Roman wrestlers secured bronze medals at the U-23 European Wrestling Championships in Serbia, adding to the country’s growing medal tally at the tournament. Text (Media English – AZE.US): BAKU, Azerbaijan – March 15, 2026 Azerbaijani wrestlers Farayim Mustafayev and Farid Khalilov have won bronze medals at the U-23 European Wrestling Championships held … Read more

What Penalty Awaits Drivers For Loud Music In Their Cars?

AZE.US Drivers in Azerbaijan who play excessively loud music in their vehicles and disturb public order may face police action and tougher penalties for repeat violations. According to local reporting, public complaints have increasingly focused on motorists who modify their cars by installing powerful sound systems or altering vehicle parts to amplify noise. Specialists say … Read more

Two Azerbaijani Boxers Win Gold At Georgian Championship

AZE.US Two Azerbaijani boxers have claimed gold medals at the Georgian national boxing championship among young athletes. According to local reports, Ramil Mahmudov (52 kg) became champion in his weight category after defeating Ilia Sanikidze in the final bout. Earlier, another Azerbaijani boxer, Jasur Gahramanov (46 kg), who lives in the Georgian city of Rustavi, … Read more

Cardiovascular Diseases Remain Leading Cause Of Death In Azerbaijan

AZE.US Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death in Azerbaijan, according to recent statistics. Official data show that 54,582 deaths were registered in the country between January and November 2025. The majority of these deaths were linked to illnesses, with heart disease and strokes accounting for about 42 percent of the total. Despite advances … Read more

Azerbaijani Athlete Wins U-23 European Wrestling Championship

AZE.US Azerbaijani athlete Gunay Gurbanova has won the U-23 European Wrestling Championship, claiming gold at the tournament held in Zrenjanin, Serbia. Competing in the 59 kg weight category, Gurbanova faced Belarusian wrestler Marta Hetmanava in the final bout. The match ended with a victory for the Azerbaijani athlete, securing her the European champion title in … Read more

Uzbek “Healer” Detained In Azerbaijan Sparks Debate Over Pseudomedicine

AZE.US The detention of an Uzbek self-styled healer in Azerbaijan has triggered public debate over pseudomedicine, public gullibility and the role of media in shaping social attitudes. The detention of a self-styled Uzbek “healer” in Azerbaijan has sparked a wider debate over pseudomedicine, public trust and the spread of anti-scientific beliefs. According to local reports, … Read more

Chinese Language May Appear in Azerbaijan’s Schools

AZE.US The idea of introducing Chinese language education in Azerbaijan’s schools is being discussed as the country looks to expand its educational and economic connections with Asia. Currently, Chinese is taught at the university level in Azerbaijan, but there is no nationwide program for teaching the language in secondary schools. Some policymakers believe the time … Read more

Fake AI Voices And Images Could Bring Up To 7 Years In Prison In Azerbaijan

AZE.US Azerbaijan may introduce criminal liability for creating and distributing AI-generated content that uses a person’s image or voice without their consent. According to reports, proposed amendments to the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code were discussed during a joint session of the Milli Majlis committees on legal policy and state building and on … Read more

Azerbaijan Finishes Second At U-23 European Wrestling Championships

AZE.US Azerbaijan’s freestyle wrestling team finished second in the team standings at the U-23 European Championships held in Zrenjanin, Serbia. According to Report, Azerbaijani wrestlers won a total of eight medals at the tournament. Ali Tsokayev (92 kg) became the European champion in his weight category. Silver medals were won by Jeyhun Allahverdiyev (61 kg), … Read more