Azerbaijan

Country Azerbaijan
Capital Baku
Continent Asia
Currency Manat(AZN)
Languages Azerbaijani

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Introduction

Azerbaijan - a nation with a majority-Turkic and majority-Muslim population - was briefly independent from 1918 to 1920; it regained its independence after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Despite a 1994 cease-fire, Azerbaijan has yet to resolve its conflict with Armenia over Nagorno-Karabakh, a primarily Armenian-populated region, assigned to Soviet Azerbaijan in the 1920s by Moscow. Armenia and Azerbaijan began fighting over the area in 1988; the struggle escalated after both countries attained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. By May 1994, when a cease-fire took hold, ethnic Armenian forces held not only Nagorno-Karabakh but also seven surrounding provinces in the territory of Azerbaijan. Corruption in the country is ubiquitous, and the government, which eliminated presidential term limits in a 2009 referendum, has been accused of authoritarianism. Although the poverty rate has been reduced in recent years due to revenue from oil production, the promise of widespread wealth resulting from the continued development of Azerbaijan's energy sector remains largely unfulfilled.

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Trump eyes bringing Azerbaijan, Central Asian nations into Abraham Accords, sources say - ReutersTrump eyes bringing Azerbaijan, Central Asian nations into Abraham Accords, sources say  Reuters

Azerbaijan to export 1.2 billion cubic metres of gas to Syria through Turkey annually - ReutersAzerbaijan to export 1.2 billion cubic metres of gas to Syria through Turkey annually  Reuters

Azerbaijan Threatens Russian State Media Over Use of Karabakh Capital’s Armenian Name - The Moscow TimesAzerbaijan Threatens Russian State Media Over Use of Karabakh Capital’s Armenian Name  The Moscow Times

Op Sindoor: India flags Pakistan ally Turkey, Azerbaijan's presence at SCO - The Economic TimesOp Sindoor: India flags Pakistan ally Turkey, Azerbaijan's presence at SCO  The Economic Times

Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan reshape Eurasia | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahAzerbaijan and Turkmenistan reshape Eurasia | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan deal forges new Central Asia energy axis - Asia TimesAzerbaijan-Uzbekistan deal forges new Central Asia energy axis  Asia Times

Azerbaijan to send 1.2 billion bcm of gas to Syria through Turkey annually: SOCAR - Al Arabiya EnglishAzerbaijan to send 1.2 billion bcm of gas to Syria through Turkey annually: SOCAR  Al Arabiya English

Türkiye starts 1st natural gas flow to Syria from Azerbaijan | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye starts 1st natural gas flow to Syria from Azerbaijan | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Europe accused of going soft on Azerbaijan to avoid buying Russian gas - BBCEurope accused of going soft on Azerbaijan to avoid buying Russian gas  BBC

Armenia and Azerbaijan are trying to mend fences – what does this mean for Russia? - The ConversationArmenia and Azerbaijan are trying to mend fences – what does this mean for Russia?  The Conversation

Trump eyes bringing Azerbaijan, Central Asian nations into Abraham Accords, sources say - The Times of IsraelTrump eyes bringing Azerbaijan, Central Asian nations into Abraham Accords, sources say  The Times of Israel

Syria inaugurates Azerbaijan gas pipeline through Turkey - bne IntelliNewsSyria inaugurates Azerbaijan gas pipeline through Turkey  bne IntelliNews

Historic launch of Azerbaijani gas exports to Syria via Turkey - Aze.MediaHistoric launch of Azerbaijani gas exports to Syria via Turkey  Aze.Media

Turkey starts first shipments of natural gas from Azerbaijan to Syria - thenationalnews.comTurkey starts first shipments of natural gas from Azerbaijan to Syria  thenationalnews.com

Holy See, Azerbaijan sign agreement on interreligious dialogue - Vatican NewsHoly See, Azerbaijan sign agreement on interreligious dialogue  Vatican News

Azerbaijan and Syria explore potential projects - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan and Syria explore potential projects  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Syria inaugurates Qatari-funded gas pipeline from Azerbaijan via Turkiye - thecradle.coSyria inaugurates Qatari-funded gas pipeline from Azerbaijan via Turkiye  thecradle.co

Russia-Azerbaijan Tensions Escalate to Unprecedented Level - The Jamestown FoundationRussia-Azerbaijan Tensions Escalate to Unprecedented Level  The Jamestown Foundation

Türkiye launches first natural gas exports to Syria through Azerbaijan pipeline - Türkiye TodayTürkiye launches first natural gas exports to Syria through Azerbaijan pipeline  Türkiye Today

Azerbaijan builds an energy bridge between the South Caucasus and the Middle East - Aze.MediaAzerbaijan builds an energy bridge between the South Caucasus and the Middle East  Aze.Media

ADB Launches New Country Partnership Strategy for Azerbaijan - Asian Development BankADB Launches New Country Partnership Strategy for Azerbaijan  Asian Development Bank

Bridge of fire and hope—Why Azerbaijan’s gas supply to Syria marks turning point [ANALYSIS] - AzerNewsBridge of fire and hope—Why Azerbaijan’s gas supply to Syria marks turning point [ANALYSIS]  AzerNews

International report - Azerbaijan flexes its muscles amid rising tensions with Russia - RFIInternational report - Azerbaijan flexes its muscles amid rising tensions with Russia  RFI

A Trump Bridge might still span Armenia, connecting Azerbaijan - EurasianetA Trump Bridge might still span Armenia, connecting Azerbaijan  Eurasianet

International Committee of Red Cross ceases its activities in Azerbaijan - AnewZInternational Committee of Red Cross ceases its activities in Azerbaijan  AnewZ

Slovenia aligns with EU energy diversification goals through Azerbaijan cooperation - AzerNewsSlovenia aligns with EU energy diversification goals through Azerbaijan cooperation  AzerNews

Turkey delivers Azerbaijani gas to power post-Assad Syria’s recovery - EuractivTurkey delivers Azerbaijani gas to power post-Assad Syria’s recovery  Euractiv

Azerbaijan signs $2 billion investment agreement with Pakistan - The HinduAzerbaijan signs $2 billion investment agreement with Pakistan  The Hindu

Azerbaijani Defense Minister meets Turkish martyr families - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijani Defense Minister meets Turkish martyr families  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan to send 1.2 billion cubic meters of gas to Syria annually via Turkey: report - Turkish MinuteAzerbaijan to send 1.2 billion cubic meters of gas to Syria annually via Turkey: report  Turkish Minute

Azerbaijan among key candidates for expanded Abraham Accords under Trump initiative - AzerNewsAzerbaijan among key candidates for expanded Abraham Accords under Trump initiative  AzerNews

While Russia barks, Azerbaijan shows no fear of Moscow’s bite - EurasianetWhile Russia barks, Azerbaijan shows no fear of Moscow’s bite  Eurasianet

Ukraine signs first Transbalkan gas deal with Azerbaijan's SOCAR - ReutersUkraine signs first Transbalkan gas deal with Azerbaijan's SOCAR  Reuters

Dermer to meet Syrian FM al-Shaibani in Azerbaijan on Thursday - The Times of IsraelDermer to meet Syrian FM al-Shaibani in Azerbaijan on Thursday  The Times of Israel

While Iran stalls, Azerbaijan and Israel push forward - Middle East EyeWhile Iran stalls, Azerbaijan and Israel push forward  Middle East Eye

The South Caucasus is slipping from Russia’s grasp - Al JazeeraThe South Caucasus is slipping from Russia’s grasp  Al Jazeera

Opinion | A Peace Deal for Armenia and Azerbaijan - The Wall Street JournalOpinion | A Peace Deal for Armenia and Azerbaijan  The Wall Street Journal

From Pragmatism to Polarization? Azerbaijan-Russia tensions and the South Caucasus reset - Aze.MediaFrom Pragmatism to Polarization? Azerbaijan-Russia tensions and the South Caucasus reset  Aze.Media

LGBTQ+ rights in Azerbaijan / JAMnews - JAM-news.netLGBTQ+ rights in Azerbaijan / JAMnews  JAM-news.net

The “caviar diplomacy” scandal: Azerbaijan’s lobbying in PACE and the Munich Court verdict - JAM-news.netThe “caviar diplomacy” scandal: Azerbaijan’s lobbying in PACE and the Munich Court verdict  JAM-news.net

Armenia, Azerbaijan leaders meet for peace talks in UAE, no breakthrough - Al JazeeraArmenia, Azerbaijan leaders meet for peace talks in UAE, no breakthrough  Al Jazeera

Türkiye’s exports to Azerbaijan surpass $1.4 billion in first half of 2025 - AzerNewsTürkiye’s exports to Azerbaijan surpass $1.4 billion in first half of 2025  AzerNews

Türkiye hopes Zangezur corridor will soon facilitate direct energy transit from Azerbaijan - AzerNewsTürkiye hopes Zangezur corridor will soon facilitate direct energy transit from Azerbaijan  AzerNews

Azerbaijan threatens to review relations with Russia - Aze.MediaAzerbaijan threatens to review relations with Russia  Aze.Media

Europe’s largest casino to open in Azerbaijan - VIDEO - Latest news from AzerbaijanEurope’s largest casino to open in Azerbaijan - VIDEO  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan: Large Fines For Religious Meeting – Analysis - Eurasia ReviewAzerbaijan: Large Fines For Religious Meeting – Analysis  Eurasia Review

More bad news for Turkey and Pakistan as Azerbaijan inks deal with India's..., its worth... - India.ComMore bad news for Turkey and Pakistan as Azerbaijan inks deal with India's..., its worth...  India.Com

Azerbaijan slams Russia’s Tass over ‘act of disrespect’ toward its territorial integrity - Anadolu AjansiAzerbaijan slams Russia’s Tass over ‘act of disrespect’ toward its territorial integrity  Anadolu Ajansi

Azerbaijan to file international lawsuits against Russia over Aktau plane crash, president says - Euronews.comAzerbaijan to file international lawsuits against Russia over Aktau plane crash, president says  Euronews.com

Concern grows in Iran as Azerbaijan hosts Syria’s new leaders - Amwaj.mediaConcern grows in Iran as Azerbaijan hosts Syria’s new leaders  Amwaj.media

Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process Gains Momentum with Abu Dhabi Summit - The Jamestown FoundationArmenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process Gains Momentum with Abu Dhabi Summit  The Jamestown Foundation

Trump aims to add Azerbaijan, Central Asia to Abraham Accords, sources say - Latest news from AzerbaijanTrump aims to add Azerbaijan, Central Asia to Abraham Accords, sources say  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Date and venue confirmed for Azerbaijan U-21’s away match against Czech Republic - AzerNewsDate and venue confirmed for Azerbaijan U-21’s away match against Czech Republic  AzerNews

Tourist arrivals from the Americas to Azerbaijan continue to grow - AzerNewsTourist arrivals from the Americas to Azerbaijan continue to grow  AzerNews

Azerbaijani gas reaches the Middle East for the first time - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijani gas reaches the Middle East for the first time  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Trump Administration Eyes Azerbaijan for Abraham Accords Expansion, Sources Say - kurdistan24.netTrump Administration Eyes Azerbaijan for Abraham Accords Expansion, Sources Say  kurdistan24.net

War of words after Azerbaijan demolishes Nagorno-Karabakh sculpture of Russian-Armenian painter - OC MediaWar of words after Azerbaijan demolishes Nagorno-Karabakh sculpture of Russian-Armenian painter  OC Media

Azerbaijan repeats “voluntary exodus” claim - The Armenian WeeklyAzerbaijan repeats “voluntary exodus” claim  The Armenian Weekly

Armenia, Azerbaijan leaders to meet Thursday in Abu Dhabi on peace plan - The Indian ExpressArmenia, Azerbaijan leaders to meet Thursday in Abu Dhabi on peace plan  The Indian Express

Armenia and Azerbaijan move closer to peace, pushing Russia out from the South Caucasus - Euronews.comArmenia and Azerbaijan move closer to peace, pushing Russia out from the South Caucasus  Euronews.com

Azerbaijan to send gas to Syria through Turkey annually - Mehr News AgencyAzerbaijan to send gas to Syria through Turkey annually  Mehr News Agency

‘No one will know I did it’ — Azerbaijan turns blind eye to victims of domestic violence - OC Media‘No one will know I did it’ — Azerbaijan turns blind eye to victims of domestic violence  OC Media

Armenians fear peace with Azerbaijan has too high a price - Times of IndiaArmenians fear peace with Azerbaijan has too high a price  Times of India

Over 2,000 job seekers supported through small farm assets across Azerbaijan - AzerNewsOver 2,000 job seekers supported through small farm assets across Azerbaijan  AzerNews

Azerbaijani defense leadership meets with families of Turkish martyrs - AzerNewsAzerbaijani defense leadership meets with families of Turkish martyrs  AzerNews

Trump administration in talks with Azerbaijan, Central Asia on Abraham Accords - AnewZTrump administration in talks with Azerbaijan, Central Asia on Abraham Accords  AnewZ

Central Asian countries unite for a Green Corridor to Europe - Euronews.comCentral Asian countries unite for a Green Corridor to Europe  Euronews.com

Police Issue Arrest Warrant for Azerbaijani Diaspora Leader in Urals - The Moscow TimesPolice Issue Arrest Warrant for Azerbaijani Diaspora Leader in Urals  The Moscow Times

Iran, Azerbaijan hold joint military drill - The HinduIran, Azerbaijan hold joint military drill  The Hindu

Why Is Azerbaijan Ramping Up Tensions With Russia? - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceWhy Is Azerbaijan Ramping Up Tensions With Russia?  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

Baku–Budapest relations set new benchmark in East-West cooperation - AzerNewsBaku–Budapest relations set new benchmark in East-West cooperation  AzerNews

Yerevan and Baku Now Have a Shared Enemy in Moscow - The Moscow TimesYerevan and Baku Now Have a Shared Enemy in Moscow  The Moscow Times

World Food Safety Day / Science in Action in Azerbaijan | CODEXALIMENTARIUS - Food and Agriculture OrganizationWorld Food Safety Day / Science in Action in Azerbaijan | CODEXALIMENTARIUS  Food and Agriculture Organization

Report: Trump wants to expand Abraham Accords into Central Asia, beginning with Israel's ally Azerbaijan - i24news.tvReport: Trump wants to expand Abraham Accords into Central Asia, beginning with Israel's ally Azerbaijan  i24news.tv

Azerbaijan thanks ICRC mission Chief as diplomatic tenure concludes - AzerNewsAzerbaijan thanks ICRC mission Chief as diplomatic tenure concludes  AzerNews

Azerbaijani gas flowing to Syria plans to reach 6 million cubic meters daily - AzerNewsAzerbaijani gas flowing to Syria plans to reach 6 million cubic meters daily  AzerNews

How Azerbaijan built a modern, independent media landscape - Latest news from AzerbaijanHow Azerbaijan built a modern, independent media landscape  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Supported by Qatar, natural gas flows from Azerbaijan to Syria via Turkiye - The Peninsula QatarSupported by Qatar, natural gas flows from Azerbaijan to Syria via Turkiye  The Peninsula Qatar

Trump draws Azerbaijan into a major Middle East coalition - Aze.MediaTrump draws Azerbaijan into a major Middle East coalition  Aze.Media

Russian general ordered Azerbaijan Airlines shootdown, later promoted: report - AeroTimeRussian general ordered Azerbaijan Airlines shootdown, later promoted: report  AeroTime

Russia's Grip Weakens In The South Caucasus, Opening Doors To New Players - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyRussia's Grip Weakens In The South Caucasus, Opening Doors To New Players  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

International Committee of the Red Cross halts operations in Azerbaijan - Latest news from AzerbaijanInternational Committee of the Red Cross halts operations in Azerbaijan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Westerners foolishly rush to defend Azerbaijan against Russia - Responsible StatecraftWesterners foolishly rush to defend Azerbaijan against Russia  Responsible Statecraft

BIG trouble for anti-India Azerbaijan after supporting Pakistan, faces tensions with Russia due to... - India.ComBIG trouble for anti-India Azerbaijan after supporting Pakistan, faces tensions with Russia due to...  India.Com

Geopolitics Watch: Why Zangezur Corridor Matters for India's Eurasia Access - Deccan HeraldGeopolitics Watch: Why Zangezur Corridor Matters for India's Eurasia Access  Deccan Herald

Between Rock and Hard Place: Azerbaijan factor in Iran-Israel tensions - Modern DiplomacyBetween Rock and Hard Place: Azerbaijan factor in Iran-Israel tensions  Modern Diplomacy

Azerbaijani Embassy: Gas pipeline to Syria reflects Azerbaijan’s desire to support economic development - ??????? ??????? ??????? ???????Azerbaijani Embassy: Gas pipeline to Syria reflects Azerbaijan’s desire to support economic development  ??????? ??????? ??????? ???????

Azerbaijan, Ukraine discuss strengthening scientific and educational ties - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan, Ukraine discuss strengthening scientific and educational ties  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Syrian and Israeli officials expected to meet in Azerbaijan as Sharaa visits - The Times of IsraelSyrian and Israeli officials expected to meet in Azerbaijan as Sharaa visits  The Times of Israel

Music to meet motorsport in Baku for Azerbaijan GP - Formula 1Music to meet motorsport in Baku for Azerbaijan GP  Formula 1

Israeli media: Trump eyes Azerbaijan, Central Asia for Abraham Accords expansion - Caliber.AzIsraeli media: Trump eyes Azerbaijan, Central Asia for Abraham Accords expansion  Caliber.Az

Iran’s view of Azerbaijan: Between regression and progress - Caliber.AzIran’s view of Azerbaijan: Between regression and progress  Caliber.Az

Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister meets new Israeli ambassador - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan's Foreign Minister meets new Israeli ambassador  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan slams Russia’s TASS for using separatist name for Khankendi - Türkiye TodayAzerbaijan slams Russia’s TASS for using separatist name for Khankendi  Türkiye Today

Azerbaijan’s “Peace” Demands: Courage to Surrender, Responsibility to Obey - geopolitika.noAzerbaijan’s “Peace” Demands: Courage to Surrender, Responsibility to Obey  geopolitika.no

Ceremony in Kilis celebrates inauguration of Azerbaijani gas delivery to Syria - Caliber.AzCeremony in Kilis celebrates inauguration of Azerbaijani gas delivery to Syria  Caliber.Az

Azerbaijan leader says he wants Russia to admit it accidentally shot down passenger plane killing 38 - ReutersAzerbaijan leader says he wants Russia to admit it accidentally shot down passenger plane killing 38  Reuters

Russia fires TASS news agency executive after Azerbaijan visit - ReutersRussia fires TASS news agency executive after Azerbaijan visit  Reuters

Trump eyes bringing Azerbaijan, Central Asian nations into Abraham Accords, say sources - The Straits TimesTrump eyes bringing Azerbaijan, Central Asian nations into Abraham Accords, say sources  The Straits Times

Azerbaijan and Russia Face Off Over Arrests—and More? - German Marshall Fund of the United StatesAzerbaijan and Russia Face Off Over Arrests—and More?  German Marshall Fund of the United States