Russia Facing Post-Imperial Adjustment in the South Caucasus – Shafiyev

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AZE.US Russia is undergoing a post-imperial adjustment in the South Caucasus as traditional leverage mechanisms lose effectiveness, Azerbaijani political analyst Farid Shafiyev said, arguing that Moscow’s long-standing conflict-management model is eroding in the new regional environment. Speaking during a televised discussion, Shafiyev stated that for decades Russia relied on a combination of security dependency, political … Read more

Azerbaijan and Regional Security Risks: Uzeyir Jafarov Warns Against Strategic Complacency

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AZE.US Azerbaijani military analyst Uzeyir Jafarov has cautioned that despite visible diplomatic activity in the South Caucasus, Azerbaijan must avoid strategic complacency amid shifting alliances and uncertain external guarantees. Jafarov’s comments come as Baku continues its normalization process with Armenia. According to local reporting, approximately 4,500 tons of diesel fuel are expected to be transported … Read more

“I Don’t Even Consider the Court’s Decision” – Hasanov Alleges Investigator’s Statement

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AZE.US Azerbaijani lawyer Akram Hasanov has published a Facebook post alleging that an investigator from a law enforcement body dismissed a binding court decision during questioning of his client. In his post, Hasanov directly tagged the Judicial-Legal Council of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Supreme Court of the Republic of Azerbaijan. According to Hasanov, … Read more

Khojaly Genocide Memorial Opened in Khojaly

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AZE.US On February 26, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva, and members of their family attended the opening ceremony of the Khojaly Genocide Memorial in the city of Khojaly. The head of state laid a wreath in front of the memorial. Presidential aide Anar Alakbarov informed the President and the First Lady … Read more

Azerbaijanis Increase Investment in Overseas Real Estate

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AZE.US Investment in overseas real estate remains one of the most actively pursued strategies among Azerbaijani citizens, with demand continuing to rise in recent years, according to market data and industry observers. Statistics covering the past two months indicate that Azerbaijani nationals ranked among the top five foreign buyers of residential property in Turkey. Market … Read more

U.S. Presses Iran for Full Nuclear Rollback as Geneva Talks Continue

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AZE.US The United States and Iran held another round of indirect talks in Geneva on Wednesday amid widening differences over Tehran’s nuclear program and sanctions relief. According to reporting by The Wall Street Journal, the U.S. negotiating position includes dismantling Iran’s three key nuclear facilities – Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan – transferring enriched uranium stockpiles … Read more

The AZAL Case Is Not Closed: Azerbaijan Maintains a Firm Position

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AZE.US Azerbaijan’s position regarding the downing of an AZAL passenger aircraft remains firm, Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov said during remarks to journalists on the sidelines of a memorial event marking the 34th anniversary of the Khojaly tragedy. According to Bayramov, the issue was discussed during a meeting between the presidents of Azerbaijan and Russia in … Read more

Why Some Property Owners in Azerbaijan Receive a Title Deed – and Others Do Not

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AZE.US In Azerbaijan, obtaining an official property ownership certificate – commonly referred to as a “kupcha” – is a formal legal procedure. The state fee for electronic registration of property rights is 50 AZN, with additional service charges depending on urgency. On paper, the process appears structured and transparent. In practice, however, thousands of property … Read more

Best Investment Options in Azerbaijan in 2026: Deposit, Real Estate, Gold or Taxi Business?

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AZE.US As inflation pressures and currency sensitivity remain part of Azerbaijan’s economic landscape, many households and small investors are asking a practical question: where to invest money in Azerbaijan in 2026? Should capital go into bank deposits, Baku real estate, gold, or small-scale businesses such as taxi operations? Each option offers a different balance between … Read more

Meat Prices Continue to Rise in Azerbaijan: Why Costs Are Not Returning to Previous Levels

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AZE.US Meat prices in Azerbaijan remain elevated, with both consumers and vendors reporting sustained increases compared to last year. According to market observations, the average price of beef has risen by 3-5 manats year-on-year, while lamb has increased by 4–6 manats. If bone-in beef could be found for 14-15 manats per kilogram at the beginning … Read more