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U.S. Invites Putin to December G20 Summit in Miami

The United States invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to the December G20 summit in Miami, while a possible meeting with President Donald Trump remains unconfirmed.

Iran Sets Peace Terms as Tehran and Washington Remain Far Apart

Iran has sent the United States concrete terms for renewed diplomacy, but officials say the two sides remain far from an agreement after indirect contacts in New York.

‘If You Love Iran So Much, Go Live There’: Alioglu Rebukes Tehran’s Defenders

Azerbaijani journalist Elchin Alioglu criticized defenders of Tehran's policy, pointing to the contrast between friendly presidential statements and Iran's conditions for TRIPP.

Azerbaijan Helps Stranded Citizens Return From Iran by Land

Azerbaijan’s diplomatic missions are helping citizens stranded in Iran after flight cancellations return through operating land-border crossings.

U.S. Could Open Two New Military Bases in Greenland

A three-party agreement would allow the United States to establish two military bases in Greenland, expand Pituffik Space Base and deploy elements of the Golden Dome missile-defense system.

Amendment 907 Remains U.S. Pressure Tool on Azerbaijan, Expert Says

CASPIA Center expert Lyaman Nazarova says a permanent repeal of Section 907 is unlikely before an Azerbaijan-Armenia peace treaty and implementation of TRIPP.

EU Extends Sanctions on 3,000 Russians for Three Years

The European Union has extended sanctions on about 3,000 Russian individuals and entities for three years while removing Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman.

Trump Says U.S. and Iran Held Three Hours of Talks

President Donald Trump says U.S. and Iranian representatives held three hours of talks in New York as Tehran outlined terms for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Russia Wants Conflict Back in South Caucasus, Armenian Politician Says

Armenian politician Ruben Mehrabyan says peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan is changing the regional order and weakening Moscow’s traditional leverage.

Iranian Airlines Suspend Flights to Baku After U.S. Sanctions

Iranian airlines suspended flights to Azerbaijan on Sept. 22 after new U.S. sanctions targeting Iran’s aviation sector.

Trump Says Aliyev Called Armenia Breakthrough a ‘Miracle’

U.S. President Donald Trump said Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev described the progress made with Armenia over six months as a “miracle.”

Cargo Through ADY’s Astara Terminal Rises 30%

More than 537,000 metric tons of cargo moved through Azerbaijan Railways’ Astara terminal in Iran in January-August 2026, up about 30% year over year.

Russia Is Pushing Its Neighbors to Seek Alternatives

By AZE.US Moscow’s trade pressure on Armenia is undermining confidence in the Eurasian Economic Union and encouraging other countries to reduce their dependence on the...

Turkey and U.S. Back Azerbaijan-Armenia Peace Process, Fidan Says

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says Ankara and Washington intend to use their partnership to support peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia and stability in the South Caucasus.

Houthi Offensive Displaces About 130,000 in Southwestern Yemen

Nearly 700 people have been killed and about 130,000 displaced as Houthi forces push toward strategic highlands in southwestern Yemen, according to the United Nations.

Global Diesel Shortage Could Persist Through 2027

Diesel supplies could remain tight through much of 2027 as inventories fall across the United States, Europe and Asia, leaving markets vulnerable to further disruptions.

Tanker Hit Near Strait of Hormuz, Two Sailors Wounded

An unidentified projectile struck a tanker entering the Strait of Hormuz, lightly wounding two crew members as commercial traffic through the strategic waterway declined.

Russia’s Election Without a Choice: Putin’s Dictatorship Is Now Complete

Putin promised to raise Russia from its knees. Instead, he forced Russian citizens onto their knees before the state.

Iran Completes Land Acquisition for 162-Km Rasht–Astara Railway

Iran says it has completed land acquisition along the planned 162-kilometer Rasht–Astara railway and is awaiting final approval of an agreement needed for construction with Russia.

Will Turkey Enter a War With the Houthis - and Why Is the U.S. Holding Back?

By AZE.US Editorial Team The Houthi advance toward the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, renewed attacks on Saudi Arabia and Washington’s refusal to open another military front...

Three Children Killed in Russian Drone Attack on Kyiv Region

Four people, including three children, were killed in Russian drone attacks on Ukraine’s Kyiv region, where authorities reported damage at 31 sites across five districts.

U.S., Iran Trade Threats After Houthi Attacks on Riyadh

Washington and Tehran exchanged threats after Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, adding to risks for Gulf energy exports and shipping.

United Russia Leads State Duma Vote With 57.5%

United Russia took 57.54% of the party-list vote in the first preliminary results from Russia’s State Duma election, with fuller results expected Sept. 21.

Drone Debris Damages Moscow Market, Azerbaijani Shops Closed

Debris from a downed drone struck Moscow’s Sadovod market during a large-scale attack on Sept. 20, starting a fire and temporarily closing shops operated by Azerbaijani entrepreneurs.

Pashinyan to Raise Armenia Rail Concession With Putin

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan plans to discuss the future of the Russian-run South Caucasus Railway concession with President Vladimir Putin.

U.S. to Support Armenia’s Military Reform Through Advisory Programs

The United States plans to support reforms of Armenia’s armed forces through advisory programs, exchanges of expertise and other assistance tools.

From the Strait of Hormuz to the Ballot Box: A Defining Moment for Trump and Netanyahu

The war with Iran is shifting from a source of political mobilization into an electoral liability for the leaders of the United States and Israel.

Moscow Threatens Response Over Russian Assets in Armenia

AZE.US Moscow has warned that any infringement of the interests of Russian companies in Armenia “will not go unanswered.” Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin made...

U.S. Approves Potential $24.3 Billion Sale of 48 F-35s to Saudi Arabia

The U.S. State Department has approved a potential $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets and related equipment to Saudi Arabia. The proposed deal is not final and could face congressional review.

Peace Exists, but Trust Does Not: Can Pashinyan Deliver on TRIPP?

Yerevan must now move from political declarations to implementing TRIPP, but Russian influence, Iranian pressure and domestic resistance are limiting Pashinyan’s options.

Azerbaijan Is Becoming the Turkic World’s Strategic Hub

Geography, the Middle Corridor and the prospect of peace in the South Caucasus are turning Azerbaijan into a pivotal link across the Turkic world.

Shoigu Says Moscow-Baku Crisis Has Been Overcome

AZE.US Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said the period of crisis in relations between Moscow and Baku has ended and that the two sides...

EU Opens Market to Armenian Goods on Preferential Terms

By AZE.US The European Parliament has approved temporary trade relief measures for Armenian products, suspending import duties on eligible goods for two years. The measure received...

No Major South Caucasus Project Can Bypass Azerbaijan - Expert

By AZE.US The new regional reality shaped by Azerbaijan is forcing even major global powers to revise their policies in the South Caucasus. However, turning...

Why Iran Opposes Foreign Security for TRIPP

By AZE.US Reports that Tehran has demanded Armenian or Russian control over security along the proposed TRIPP route may reflect a coordinated attempt by Iran...

TRIPP Could Turn Armenia From Dead End Into Transit Hub - Analyst

By AZE.US The TRIPP transport route could reshape the South Caucasus by connecting Central Asia and the Caspian region with Turkey and Europe while reducing...

The Turkic World Is Emerging - What the Ankara Summit Must Deliver

By AZE.US Editorial Team The Turkic world has reached a point where shared history, language and declarations of brotherhood are no longer enough. Its influence...

Armenia Talks Peace, but Its Actions Worry Baku, Azerbaijani Analyst Says

“If people participate in a peace process, that position comes with significant responsibility,” Mammadov said.

Pashinyan’s Moscow Visit Unlikely to Break Deadlock, Russian Analyst Says

By AZE.US Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s upcoming visit to Moscow is unlikely to resolve the growing disagreements between Armenia and Russia, according to Russian...

Hakan Fidan Heads to Baku for Security, Peace and $15B Trade Talks

By AZE.US Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is visiting Azerbaijan on Sept. 15-16 for talks expected to focus on regional security, the Azerbaijan-Armenia peace process,...

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