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Zimbabwe Speaker visits Azerbaijan
Speaker of Zimbabwe's National Assembly Jacob Mudenda arrives in Azerbaijan on official visit. Welcomed at Heydar Aliyev Airport, talks to focus on bilateral ties.
First shock in China: No Google, robots everywhere
Azerbaijani travelers' first impressions of China: no Google, robots everywhere, beggars with QR codes. A report on technology and culture.
Rare turtle smuggling foiled at Moscow airport
Russian customs prevented smuggling of 476 rare Central Asian tortoises at Domodedovo airport; suspect detained.
Azerbaijani delegation attends farewell ceremony of Ayatollah Khamenei
Azerbaijani delegation attends farewell ceremony of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei in Tehran.
Wizz Air launches Baku-Bratislava flights
Wizz Air will start direct flights between Baku and Bratislava from September 2026, operating twice weekly.
Flight changes to Turkey warning
NATO summit may cause flight changes in Ankara. Important warning for passengers.
Azerbaijani footballer banned from leaving country
Azerbaijani footballer Zamiq Aliyev is banned from leaving the country; Egnatia club fines him and threatens to terminate his contract.
Ursula von der Leyen arrives in Azerbaijan
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has arrived in Azerbaijan for a working visit. A formal welcome ceremony was held at Heydar Aliyev International Airport.
Airlines appeal to von der Leyen
European airports and airlines ask Ursula von der Leyen to temporarily suspend border checks during summer rush.
Prisons Becoming Drone Airports for Drugs
US prisons are becoming mini-airports for drug-carrying drones. Federal authorities conduct major operation against drone smuggling.
Venezuela earthquake leaves 1.8M in need of aid
Venezuela earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude leave 1.8 million in need of aid. 680,000 children affected. Death toll 1,450, injured 3,200+.
Astana: City Bridging Past and Future
Astana: City bridging past and future. Golden Gate of Eurasia, architecture, museums, AI center report.
AZAL Cancels Nakhchivan Flights - REASON
AZAL cancels Baku-Nakhchivan flights on June 27 due to thunderstorms. Safety is the top priority.
Shameful scene at Baku pedestrian crossing
Unsanitary conditions at Baku airport road pedestrian crossing frustrate residents. Video included.
Ganja Airport Director Retired
Baylar Najafov, director of Ganja International Airport, retired due to age limit.
2026 WC Scandal: US Blocks Iran Flight
2026 World Cup scandal: US accused of blocking Iran's flight to Egypt match. Iran Football Federation claims artificial obstacles.
$28 Billion Needed for Middle Corridor
AIIB Managing Director Xiaohong Yang says $28 billion investment is required for the Middle Corridor. Details on Bond.az.
President: 90,000 people live in Karabakh
President Ilham Aliyev announced at the Islamic Development Bank meeting that 90,000 people live in Karabakh and $17 billion in investments have been directed.
Trump Says USMCA Trade Deal Unnecessary
Donald Trump says USMCA trade deal is unnecessary. The US President believes the country can prosper without the agreement.
Trump Discusses Soleimani Killing Operation
Trump revealed that the operation to kill Iranian general Qasem Soleimani was a joint US-Israel mission.
Surprise Move Against Kocharyan: Prosecutor Appeals to CEC
Armenia's Prosecutor General's Office appeals to CEC to start criminal prosecution against Robert Kocharyan. Similar petitions for other candidates.
Nazim Sadykhov in Baku: Ready to Make History
Nazim Sadykhov returns to Baku for UFC Fight Night, ready to make history again. He faces Mateus Camilo on June 27.
Man arrested trying to smuggle 150 scorpions out of country
A 28-year-old man was arrested at Cape Town airport for attempting to smuggle 150 scorpions hidden in luggage. He faces charges of illegal wildlife trafficking.
Robert Kocharyan banned from leaving Armenia
Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan was banned from leaving the country at Zvartnots airport. No reason given.
FIFA pays Somali referee denied entry to US
FIFA pays full fee to Somali referee Omar Artan, denied entry to the US without explanation.
New cargo airport being built in Baku
A new cargo airport is under construction near Baku's Alat settlement. It will strengthen the Middle Corridor and Zangezur Corridor logistics.
Baku-Nakhchivan flight returns due to lightning
AZAL flight from Baku to Nakhchivan returned due to lightning. Aircraft landed safely; another flight delayed.
22.5 kg cannabis found in suitcase at Istanbul Airport
22.5 kg cannabis found in passenger's suitcase at Istanbul Airport. Market value 20.3 million lira. Suspect arrested.
Summer Travels from Baku: Wide Choices
Summer travel from Baku with nearly 40 airlines. Destinations in Turkey, Europe, Asia, and Central Asia.
Plane hits antenna in Antalya
Turkish Airlines Boeing 777 hits radar antenna during landing in Antalya, one passenger injured.
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