Azerbaijan

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

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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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Azerbaijan - Wikipedia
Azerbaijan - CIA World Fact Book
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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

Leaders of Azerbaijan Syria discuss energy cooperation as they rebuild ties - theweek.inLeaders of Azerbaijan Syria discuss energy cooperation as they rebuild ties  theweek.in

Azerbaijan to send gas to Syria to help ease energy woes | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahAzerbaijan to send gas to Syria to help ease energy woes | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

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

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

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

How Turkiye views Azerbaijan-Russia tensions - Arab NewsHow Turkiye views Azerbaijan-Russia tensions  Arab News

Azerbaijan, Pakistan agree on legal cooperation - The Express TribuneAzerbaijan, Pakistan agree on legal cooperation  The Express Tribune

Reports suggest Syria-Israeli officials met on sidelines of President Sharaa's visit to Azerbaijan - WIONReports suggest Syria-Israeli officials met on sidelines of President Sharaa's visit to Azerbaijan  WION

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

Azerbaijan, Armenia agree to maintain direct peace dialogue | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahAzerbaijan, Armenia agree to maintain direct peace dialogue | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Pakistan, Azerbaijan sign MoU to boost legal, judicial cooperation - The Express TribunePakistan, Azerbaijan sign MoU to boost legal, judicial cooperation  The Express Tribune

Abu Dhabi Meeting: Bilateral Diplomacy Gains Ground in the Azerbaijan-Armenia Peace Process - Modern DiplomacyAbu Dhabi Meeting: Bilateral Diplomacy Gains Ground in the Azerbaijan-Armenia Peace Process  Modern Diplomacy

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

Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa on official visit to Azerbaijan - AnewZSyrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa on official visit to Azerbaijan  AnewZ

Azerbaijan’s Deputy Foreign Minister highlights country’s strategic role at Dubrovnik Forum [PHOTOS] - AzerNewsAzerbaijan’s Deputy Foreign Minister highlights country’s strategic role at Dubrovnik Forum [PHOTOS]  AzerNews

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

Putin’s war in Ukraine may cost him control of the south Caucasus - The EconomistPutin’s war in Ukraine may cost him control of the south Caucasus  The Economist

From colony to kingmaker: Azerbaijan redraws Eurasia’s balance of power - South China Morning PostFrom colony to kingmaker: Azerbaijan redraws Eurasia’s balance of power  South China Morning Post

Global Travelers Explore Post-Conflict Recovery in Azerbaijan’s Liberated Regions - Caspian NewsGlobal Travelers Explore Post-Conflict Recovery in Azerbaijan’s Liberated Regions  Caspian News

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

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

Syrian, Israeli Officials Meet In Azerbaijan's Baku: Diplomatic Source In Damascus - Iran Front Page - Iran Front PageSyrian, Israeli Officials Meet In Azerbaijan's Baku: Diplomatic Source In Damascus - Iran Front Page  Iran Front Page

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

President of Syria Ahmad al-Sharaa has arrived in Azerbaijan on an official visit - Aze.MediaPresident of Syria Ahmad al-Sharaa has arrived in Azerbaijan on an official visit  Aze.Media

Armenia and Azerbaijan hold substantive talks, no big breakthrough - ReutersArmenia and Azerbaijan hold substantive talks, no big breakthrough  Reuters

Syrian President Arrives In Baku For Official Visit To Republic Of Azerbaijan - Iran Front Page - Iran Front PageSyrian President Arrives In Baku For Official Visit To Republic Of Azerbaijan - Iran Front Page  Iran Front Page

Syria’s president visits Azerbaijan, marking shift in bilateral ties - The Jerusalem PostSyria’s president visits Azerbaijan, marking shift in bilateral ties  The Jerusalem Post

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

Maka Bochorishvili: Azerbaijan, Turkiye, and Georgia play key role in region’s development - AzerNewsMaka Bochorishvili: Azerbaijan, Turkiye, and Georgia play key role in region’s development  AzerNews

Armenia, Azerbaijan leaders to meet Thursday in Abu Dhabi on peace plan - ReutersArmenia, Azerbaijan leaders to meet Thursday in Abu Dhabi on peace plan  Reuters

Azerbaijan’s state oil company signs gas supply MoU with Syria - Middle East MonitorAzerbaijan’s state oil company signs gas supply MoU with Syria  Middle East Monitor

Israeli and Syrian officials hold talks in Azerbaijan - Shafaq News - ??? ????Israeli and Syrian officials hold talks in Azerbaijan - Shafaq News  ??? ????

Russia: Is Moscow losing Azerbaijan as an ally? - DWRussia: Is Moscow losing Azerbaijan as an ally?  DW

Azerbaijan to export natural gas to Syria via Türkiye - Türkiye TodayAzerbaijan to export natural gas to Syria via Türkiye  Türkiye Today

How Türkiye views Azerbaijan-Russia tensions - Aze.MediaHow Türkiye views Azerbaijan-Russia tensions  Aze.Media

Azerbaijan says will export gas to Syria amid energy woes - Al Arabiya EnglishAzerbaijan says will export gas to Syria amid energy woes  Al Arabiya English

Why are ties between Azerbaijan and Russia fraying? - Al JazeeraWhy are ties between Azerbaijan and Russia fraying?  Al Jazeera

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

Azerbaijan retaliates against Russia, causing yet another spike in mutual acrimony - EurasianetAzerbaijan retaliates against Russia, causing yet another spike in mutual acrimony  Eurasianet

UAE, Azerbaijan sign trade deal as officials meet in Abu Dhabi for Armenia peace talks - AL-MonitorUAE, Azerbaijan sign trade deal as officials meet in Abu Dhabi for Armenia peace talks  AL-Monitor

Syria signs MoU with Azerbaijan’s state oil company SOCAR - TRT GlobalSyria signs MoU with Azerbaijan’s state oil company SOCAR  TRT Global

Hungarian investments in Azerbaijan surge in Q1 2025 - AzerNewsHungarian investments in Azerbaijan surge in Q1 2025  AzerNews

Decades of waiting: Supporting families of the missing in Azerbaijan - International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)Decades of waiting: Supporting families of the missing in Azerbaijan  International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Russia intensifies media use to influence foreign policy: Azerbaijan Press Council - Latest news from AzerbaijanRussia intensifies media use to influence foreign policy: Azerbaijan Press Council  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Khamenei’s personal hatred of Azerbaijan - opinion - The Jerusalem PostKhamenei’s personal hatred of Azerbaijan - opinion  The Jerusalem Post

Azerbaijan’s president, Armenian premier to hold talks in Abu Dhabi - Anadolu AjansiAzerbaijan’s president, Armenian premier to hold talks in Abu Dhabi  Anadolu Ajansi

India planning to destroy Azerbaijan without a single weapon, Turkey and Pakistan will also suffer as.... - India.ComIndia planning to destroy Azerbaijan without a single weapon, Turkey and Pakistan will also suffer as....  India.Com

Azerbaijan-Russia Rift Deepens After Deaths of Azeri Men in Police Arrests - The Moscow TimesAzerbaijan-Russia Rift Deepens After Deaths of Azeri Men in Police Arrests  The Moscow Times

Leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia reach no breakthrough on decades-long conflict - AP NewsLeaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia reach no breakthrough on decades-long conflict  AP News

Two deaths in Russian custody spark row with former ally Azerbaijan - BBCTwo deaths in Russian custody spark row with former ally Azerbaijan  BBC

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

Leaders of Azerbaijan and Syria discuss energy cooperation as they rebuild ties - AP NewsLeaders of Azerbaijan and Syria discuss energy cooperation as they rebuild ties  AP News

Azerbaijan cancels Russian cultural events over deaths of two citizens - Euronews.comAzerbaijan cancels Russian cultural events over deaths of two citizens  Euronews.com

Azerbaijan demands punishment for death of brothers in Russian police custody - ReutersAzerbaijan demands punishment for death of brothers in Russian police custody  Reuters

Azerbaijan police raid Russia's Sputnik media offices - DWAzerbaijan police raid Russia's Sputnik media offices  DW

Azerbaijan women’s 3x3 basketball team to face China in Bucharest quarterfinals - AzerNewsAzerbaijan women’s 3x3 basketball team to face China in Bucharest quarterfinals  AzerNews

Transitional President of Syria Ahmad Al-Sharaa concludes visit to Azerbaijan - Latest news from AzerbaijanTransitional President of Syria Ahmad Al-Sharaa concludes visit to Azerbaijan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Syria's Transitional President Ahmad Al-Sharaa concludes visit to Azerbaijan - Latest news from AzerbaijanSyria's Transitional President Ahmad Al-Sharaa concludes visit to Azerbaijan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan, Syria Pledge Energy Cooperation and Closer Ties in Post-Assad Era - kurdistan24.netAzerbaijan, Syria Pledge Energy Cooperation and Closer Ties in Post-Assad Era  kurdistan24.net

India's trade relations with Turkey, Azerbaijan hit amid Pakistan conflict - Business StandardIndia's trade relations with Turkey, Azerbaijan hit amid Pakistan conflict  Business Standard

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

Syrian and Israeli Officials to Meet in Azerbaijan on Sidelines of al-Sharaa Trip, Source Reportedly Says - HaaretzSyrian and Israeli Officials to Meet in Azerbaijan on Sidelines of al-Sharaa Trip, Source Reportedly Says  Haaretz

A Russian media outlet is raided in Azerbaijan's capital as tensions rise between Moscow and Baku - AP NewsA Russian media outlet is raided in Azerbaijan's capital as tensions rise between Moscow and Baku  AP News

The United States has increased its investments in Azerbaijan’s economy - Aze.MediaThe United States has increased its investments in Azerbaijan’s economy  Aze.Media

Azerbaijan says brothers arrested by Russia were tortured and beaten to death - ReutersAzerbaijan says brothers arrested by Russia were tortured and beaten to death  Reuters

Russia is losing its grip on the Caucasus — an opportunity for the US - The HillRussia is losing its grip on the Caucasus — an opportunity for the US  The Hill

Iran says Azerbaijan denied letting Israel use its airspace in 12-day war - Al Arabiya EnglishIran says Azerbaijan denied letting Israel use its airspace in 12-day war  Al Arabiya English

17th summit of Economic Cooperation Organization begins in Azerbaijan - Anadolu Ajansi17th summit of Economic Cooperation Organization begins in Azerbaijan  Anadolu Ajansi

Transitional President of Syria Ahmad Al-Sharaa concludes visit to Azerbaijan - AzerNewsTransitional President of Syria Ahmad Al-Sharaa concludes visit to Azerbaijan  AzerNews

Russia/Azerbaijan: Authorities must investigate alleged abuses against detainees amid tit for tat policing operations - Amnesty InternationalRussia/Azerbaijan: Authorities must investigate alleged abuses against detainees amid tit for tat policing operations  Amnesty International

Russia's friends: Taliban and Pyongyang in, Azerbaijan and Armenia out - Euronews.comRussia's friends: Taliban and Pyongyang in, Azerbaijan and Armenia out  Euronews.com

‘No money, no internet’: No reply from Azerbaijan, Kolkata professor stranded in Iran heads to Armenia; w - The Times of India‘No money, no internet’: No reply from Azerbaijan, Kolkata professor stranded in Iran heads to Armenia; w  The Times of India

Iran Seeks Probe Into Possible Israeli Use of Azerbaijani Airspace During War - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyIran Seeks Probe Into Possible Israeli Use of Azerbaijani Airspace During War  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Baku’s Middle East pivot: Why Syria matters in Azerbaijan’s foreign policy - Latest news from AzerbaijanBaku’s Middle East pivot: Why Syria matters in Azerbaijan’s foreign policy  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Abu Dhabi to host high-level Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahAbu Dhabi to host high-level Armenia-Azerbaijan peace talks | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

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

Azerbaijan and Israel: Friends and partners but not allies - Israel National NewsAzerbaijan and Israel: Friends and partners but not allies  Israel National News

Spiking Tensions Between Russia And Azerbaijan Could Affect Us All - ForbesSpiking Tensions Between Russia And Azerbaijan Could Affect Us All  Forbes

How Azerbaijan-Russia relations came to a breaking point - Middle East EyeHow Azerbaijan-Russia relations came to a breaking point  Middle East Eye

Syria’s transitional president arrives in Azerbaijan - Latest news from AzerbaijanSyria’s transitional president arrives in Azerbaijan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Pakistan and Azerbaijan ink MoU to bolster legal and judicial cooperation - Ptv.com.pkPakistan and Azerbaijan ink MoU to bolster legal and judicial cooperation  Ptv.com.pk

Azerbaijan detains 7 linked to a Russian media outlet as a rift between Baku and Moscow deepens - AP NewsAzerbaijan detains 7 linked to a Russian media outlet as a rift between Baku and Moscow deepens  AP News

Azerbaijan’s gold production soars by nearly 60% in first half of 2025 - AzerNewsAzerbaijan’s gold production soars by nearly 60% in first half of 2025  AzerNews

Passenger car production rises in Azerbaijan, while tractor and truck output declines - AzerNewsPassenger car production rises in Azerbaijan, while tractor and truck output declines  AzerNews

Masterstroke by Modi govt as India, Greece, Cyprus, Armenia may form a..., bad news for Pakistan, Turkey, Aze - India.ComMasterstroke by Modi govt as India, Greece, Cyprus, Armenia may form a..., bad news for Pakistan, Turkey, Aze  India.Com

Azerbaijani President made call to Turkish counterpart - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijani President made call to Turkish counterpart  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan, Georgia explore prospects for cooperation in transport - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan, Georgia explore prospects for cooperation in transport  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Zangazur Corridor: Game-changer for Azerbaijan and South Caucasus - AzerNewsZangazur Corridor: Game-changer for Azerbaijan and South Caucasus  AzerNews

Azerbaijan arrests journalists at Russian state outlet as tensions with Moscow rise - ReutersAzerbaijan arrests journalists at Russian state outlet as tensions with Moscow rise  Reuters

Patriotism Over Passports: India Halts Tours To Turkey, Azerbaijan - BW BusinessworldPatriotism Over Passports: India Halts Tours To Turkey, Azerbaijan  BW Businessworld

Azerbaijan Expands India Outreach Despite Strong Pakistan Ties - outlookbusiness.comAzerbaijan Expands India Outreach Despite Strong Pakistan Ties  outlookbusiness.com

EU ambassador to Azerbaijan condemns inhuman treatment of Azeris in Russia - politico.euEU ambassador to Azerbaijan condemns inhuman treatment of Azeris in Russia  politico.eu

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

Stranded Indian tourist reaches Iran-Azerbaijan border, but ordeal far from over - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesStranded Indian tourist reaches Iran-Azerbaijan border, but ordeal far from over - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

World-famous travelers visit mine clearance site in Azerbaijan’s Jabrayil region - AzerNewsWorld-famous travelers visit mine clearance site in Azerbaijan’s Jabrayil region  AzerNews

Operation Sindoor: Crude oil rules India’s trade with Azerbaijan - MoneycontrolOperation Sindoor: Crude oil rules India’s trade with Azerbaijan  Moneycontrol

Republic of Azerbaijan: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for the Republic of Azerbaijan - International Monetary Fund (IMF)Republic of Azerbaijan: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for the Republic of Azerbaijan  International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Syrian, Israeli officials meet in Baku: Diplomatic source in Damascus - Al Arabiya EnglishSyrian, Israeli officials meet in Baku: Diplomatic source in Damascus  Al Arabiya English

How Armenia Might Respond To Azerbaijan’s JF-17 Fighter Acquisition - ForbesHow Armenia Might Respond To Azerbaijan’s JF-17 Fighter Acquisition  Forbes

Tensions are rising between Russia and Azerbaijan. Why is this happening now? - AP NewsTensions are rising between Russia and Azerbaijan. Why is this happening now?  AP News

Police seize large cache of illegal weapons across Azerbaijan - AzerNewsPolice seize large cache of illegal weapons across Azerbaijan  AzerNews