Rossbach: 400 times more rain than normal in Baku
UN-Habitat chief Anacláudia Rossbach says Baku got 400 times more rain than normal in May, blaming climate change.

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On May 20, fog will reduce visibility to 500-1000 meters on highways in mountainous areas of Azerbaijan. Drivers are warned.
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Rauf Hajiyev calls on Caspian states
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Gas supply to be suspended in some areas of Qax, Zaqatala, Qabala
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Over 8,000 Families Reconcile
In 2025, Azerbaijani mediators reconciled 8,133 families. Statistics on family disputes and reconciliation agreements.
2,344 Arrested for Alimony Non-Payment
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Birth rate declines - statistics
Azerbaijan sees a decline in birth rate in early 2025. State Statistics Committee releases new data.
675 million people lack electricity access
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5 days rain, flood warning
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Marriage and divorce statistics revealed
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Caspian Sea water level drop is a serious problem
The decline in the Caspian Sea water level is a serious problem. Deputy Minister Aghakarim Samadzada spoke about combating climate change.
Eldar Azizov: Heavy rains linked to climate change
Eldar Azizov, head of Baku City Executive Power, explains heavy rainfall as linked to climate change.
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