AZE.US Honored Journalist of Azerbaijan Azer Hasrat said during a live broadcast on Media Turk TV that “üzdəniraqlar” – a derogatory colloquial term referring to homosexuals – should not be allowed to appear on television. “Among these presenters, forgive me, but there are quite a few homosexuals. Üzdəniraqs must not be allowed on air. Television … Read more
AZE.US In Azerbaijan, protection orders are issued as a legal safeguard for individuals facing domestic violence. The measure is designed to restrict the actions of an alleged abuser and ensure the safety of the victim. According to official data, 322 protection orders were issued last year in connection with domestic violence cases. Of those, 280 … Read more
AZE.US Finding affordable housing in Baku is becoming increasingly difficult. Apartments in older Soviet-era buildings – once considered the budget segment of the market – are now selling at prices that were unthinkable just a few years ago. Market participants say a one-room apartment of roughly 30 square meters in an older building now starts … Read more
AZE.US President Donald Trump has sharpened his rhetoric on Iran, warning that continued uranium enrichment and regional military activity could trigger decisive U.S. action. But as tensions rise, a critical question emerges: could Iran evolve into a strategic quagmire for the White House? Escalation Without a Clear Endgame Publicly, Washington’s demands remain firm: Iran must … Read more
AZE.US Informal lending is gaining visibility across Azerbaijan, particularly in Baku, where social media platforms are increasingly used to advertise “instant cash” with no paperwork, guarantors or bank screening. For borrowers shut out of the formal banking system, such offers may appear to be a solution. In practice, they often create a second and more … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan’s decision to keep its land borders closed, first introduced during the pandemic period, is increasingly being felt not just as a security measure but as a daily economic constraint for households and entire regions. Economist Rashad Hasanov told Demokrat.az that the restrictions are no longer framed around public health. Instead, officials present the … Read more
AZE.US Homeowners with small apartments in central Baku may soon receive apartment offers instead of cash compensation when their properties are demolished, under a proposal voiced in parliament this week. Currently, compensation during urban redevelopment projects is calculated per square meter. In practice, this formula disadvantages owners of small units. For example, a 30-square-meter apartment … Read more
AZE.US The prospect of a formal peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia is increasingly viewed by regional analysts as a turning point that could reshape the geopolitical balance in the South Caucasus – and significantly reduce Russia’s traditional leverage in the region. For decades, Moscow’s influence was closely tied to its role in managing – … Read more
AZE.US Growing military and political pressure on Iran has renewed debate about whether the country could face abrupt internal or external shifts in the coming months. The discussion follows reports in Western media about a significant U.S. military buildup in and around the Persian Gulf – described as the largest concentration of American forces in … Read more
AZE.US Prices for nuts and dried fruits are increasing across markets and supermarkets in Azerbaijan as demand grows ahead of the Novruz holiday. With the start of pre-holiday Tuesdays, consumers are actively purchasing traditional festive products, including walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds and raisins. Vendors say higher demand is pushing prices upward, with some items seeing noticeable … Read more