Azerbaijan Unlikely To Join War Around Iran, But Risks Remain – Markedonov

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AZE.US Azerbaijan is unlikely to become directly involved in a potential military conflict surrounding Iran, but the risks of escalation remain significant, Russian political analyst Sergey Markedonov said. Speaking on the YouTube channel Echo Baku, Markedonov noted that Azerbaijan’s foreign policy has traditionally been characterized by caution and strategic balancing among major powers. “Baku has … Read more

Strong Or Happy? Azerbaijani Women Reflect On The Meaning Of Fulfillment

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AZE.US On International Women’s Day, a discussion broadcast in Azerbaijan revisited a question that continues to shape debates about gender roles in modern society: should a woman aim to be strong, or simply to be happy? The conversation was featured in the Azerbaijani program “Yaxşısı budur” (“Better This Way”), where hosts and guests explored how … Read more

Without Open Debate, Risk Of Foreign Policy Mistakes Increases

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AZE.US Azerbaijani opposition politician Ilgar Mammadov has called for the restoration of open public debate on foreign policy, warning that the lack of free discussion increases the likelihood of serious strategic miscalculations. Mammadov made the remarks while commenting on the recent missile strike launched from Iranian territory toward Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, a development that … Read more

Macron Calls Aliyev, Expresses Solidarity With Azerbaijan After Iranian Air Attack

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AZE.US French President Emmanuel Macron held a phone call with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev following Iran’s recent air attack on Azerbaijani territory. During the conversation, Macron expressed France’s solidarity with Azerbaijan and conveyed support in the wake of the strike. The French leader also thanked Aliyev for facilitating the evacuation of French citizens from Iran … Read more

Gold Prices Rise in Azerbaijan as Jewelry Market Slows

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AZE.US Gold prices in Azerbaijan have been rising in recent weeks, while demand in the country’s jewelry market has noticeably slowed, according to local traders. Sellers say price fluctuations have become more frequent, with changes sometimes occurring daily as global gold prices shift. “If before prices could stay stable for weeks, now they can change … Read more

Washington Event Brings Diplomats and Experts Together to Discuss Cultural Diplomacy

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AZE.US Washington, D.C. – March 6, 2026 The Cultural Diplomacy and Development Foundation (CDDF), in partnership with the U.S.-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce, successfully hosted a distinguished cultural diplomacy event titled “Fostering Cultural Bridges: Women and the Art of Diplomacy” in Washington, D.C. The event brought together more than 75 international experts, diplomats, academics, policymakers, and … Read more

Iran Warns Azerbaijan Over Possible Actions Against Tehran

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AZE.US Iran has warned that it will respond if its neighbors allow their territory to be used for actions against the Islamic Republic, with a senior Iranian official specifically mentioning Azerbaijan in the remarks. Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, made the comments during a televised interview, according to Iranian state media. … Read more

Chinese Cars Losing Buyers in Azerbaijan as Market Cools

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AZE.US Azerbaijan’s automobile market is experiencing a slowdown, particularly in the segment of Chinese-made electric and hybrid vehicles, many of which remain unsold months after arriving in the country. Dealers say a large number of these cars were imported in October and November 2025, after it became known that value-added tax (VAT) would again be … Read more

How Iran Sends a Dangerous Message to Millions of Azerbaijanis Inside Iran

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AZE.US Iran’s drone attack on Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic was more than a cross-border military strike. It was also a political signal – one that may resonate deeply among the tens of millions of ethnic Azerbaijanis living inside Iran. For decades, Tehran has insisted that ethnic divisions inside the country are overstated and that all … Read more

U.S. State Department Backs Azerbaijan After Iranian Drone Attack

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AZE.US The United States has condemned Iran’s drone attack against Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, describing the strike as an unacceptable violation of Azerbaijani sovereignty. In a statement released Saturday, the U.S. State Department said it strongly denounces the March 5 drone attack, which targeted Nakhchivan International Airport and a school building, injuring civilians and damaging … Read more