AZE.US The first session of the so-called “Peace Council,” an initiative promoted by President Donald Trump’s administration, was held in the U.S. capital this week, signaling what appears to be an effort to reshape conflict mediation beyond traditional international institutions. Officially, the platform is framed as a mechanism to advance dialogue and resolve ongoing crises. … Read more
AZE.US In Kazakhstan, paternity testing has become routine rather than exceptional. Local data suggest that roughly one in three tests returns a negative result, a trend researchers there link to family infidelity and the widespread use of assisted reproductive technologies. But what about Azerbaijan? There is no publicly available official data on paternity testing in … Read more
AZE.US Retail prices for nuts and dried fruits in Azerbaijan have increased in recent months, reflecting a combination of stronger export demand, higher global prices and weather-related supply constraints. Market vendors report that consumer purchasing volumes have declined as prices for products such as hazelnuts, walnuts and pistachios have risen. Depending on quality, retail hazelnut … Read more
AZE.US For many students and young professionals in Azerbaijan, renting an apartment often comes down to price and location. Proximity to universities or workplaces and affordable rent typically drive decisions. Safety considerations, however, are frequently addressed only after a lease is signed. Recent incidents involving gas-related accidents in residential properties have drawn attention to safety … Read more
AZE.US Iran and Russia have begun joint naval exercises in the northern Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Oman, according to Iranian state media and reports carried by international agencies including Reuters and Associated Press. The drills are taking place near the Strait of Hormuz – one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, through … Read more
AZE.US An Azerbaijani economist has questioned the legal and administrative approach to so-called “unauthorized constructions” in Baku, arguing that the issue requires structural reform rather than short-term enforcement measures. The debate resurfaced following a recent meeting at the Baku City Executive Authority, where officials reportedly discussed illegal buildings and set a one-month deadline to address … Read more
AZE.US Traditional market vendors in Azerbaijan say the rapid expansion of cross-border online retail platforms is eroding their customer base and threatening the viability of small brick-and-mortar businesses. Retailers interviewed by local media report a sustained slowdown in sales over recent months. Many attribute the decline to the growing popularity of foreign e-commerce platforms that … Read more
AZE.US Rasim Musabayov comments on media controversy, Russia ties and regional security dynamics. Azerbaijani lawmaker Rasim Musabayov has alleged that an information campaign targeting the family of President Ilham Aliyev is being coordinated from Moscow, according to remarks made in an online interview. Speaking to the YouTube channel Europe Online, Musabayov said recent media publications … Read more
AZE.US Keramet Boyukchol says recent online campaigns reflect deeper structural problems in Azerbaijan’s political and media environment. Azerbaijani writer Keramet Boyukchol has publicly criticized recent video publications circulated by activists Mehman and Emin Huseynov, arguing that the format and tone of the material fall outside the standards of both independent and state-aligned media. In a … Read more
AZE.US Farmers report strong harvests but weak earnings, citing limited market access and multiple layers of intermediaries. Farmers in several regions of Azerbaijan say they are struggling to bring their produce to market despite solid harvest volumes, raising concerns about the structure of agricultural supply chains. Producers report that while crop yields have been satisfactory, … Read more