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Trump warns Iran: 'Either deal or bad things'
US President Donald Trump announces that discussions with Iran have ended. He claims that if Iran fails to reach an agreement, negative consequences will ensue. Trump made this statement to reporters on May 20. He mentioned, "We are currently in the phases regarding Iran." Let’s observe what occurs. We strike a bargain or we endure some negative consequences. "I wish we won't need to." Six weeks ago, Trump ceased his involvement in a conflict known as Operation Epic Fury. Sin
May 212 min read


Azerbaijan is also referenced in the "UFO files" published by the Pentagon
Explore the declassified "UFO files" from the Pentagon mentioning Azerbaijan. This 1955 report by a US officer details mysterious military activity near Baku, including unidentified jet aircraft and specialized landing crafts under heavy guard.
May 141 min read


The Death of Dr. Asif Nasirli is a Sad Event that Shows How Bad the Cancer Care System is in Azerbaijan
The tragic death of Dr. Asif Nasirli exposes the critical failures of Azerbaijan's cancer care system. Explore the impact of high treatment costs, corruption, and government monopolies on patients and medical professionals in the oncology sector.
May 73 min read


Fire that killed 7 babies: Prosecutor seeks 8-year prison sentence for former director
Read about the escalating human rights crisis in Iran. Following the tragic fire that killed 7 babies, a prosecutor seeks an 8-year sentence for the former director. The UN reports a surge in executions and arrests amidst regional conflicts.
Apr 302 min read


Parent: "Does anyone really care what this disabled person is eating and drinking for 7 to 8 months?"
Read about the critical gap in Azerbaijan's disability support system. As children with autism turn 18, families face a 7-8 month wait for guardianship and benefits, leaving many without food or income. Explore the stories of Ahmad Rahmanov and others.
Apr 292 min read


The court that bought a service car for 17 percent more than the market price is a problem
Courts are a part of the government that people trust to make sure the law is followed and justice is served in the country. When the court itself does things that are against the law, it makes people wonder if the law is really being applied.
Apr 252 min read


The Kur River has. This is causing big problems. Houses in the villages of Zardab are now flooded.
The Kur River. Some houses and farms in the villages of Shikhbagi, Mehdilar and Alibeyli in the Zardab region are now underwater. People who live in these villages are really upset. They say that the water level in the Kur River has gone up by 2 meters in the last few weeks. The people who live in these villages have asked for help times but they have not gotten the help they need yet.
Apr 252 min read


'We are losing the Caspian': Is it possible to stop the shallowing
The Caspian Sea is in trouble. People are talking about the Caspian Sea at a meeting in Astana that started on April 22. The main thing they are discussing is that the Caspian Sea is getting shallower. Experts think that just talking about it will not be enough to make things better. They say that Russia needs to be willing to work with others and oil companies need to be more careful and honest about what they're doing.
Apr 243 min read


Fee for teacher recruitment exam approved – 60 manat
The government has officially decided on the fee for the teacher recruitment competition. On April 24 Prime Minister Ali Asadov signed a decree that sets the fee at 60 manat. This fee is for people who want to participate in the teacher recruitment competition.
Apr 241 min read


Shadow Farms and Ghost Subsidies: The Audit Rocking Azerbaijan's Agriculture
Explore the Chamber of Accounts' shocking report on Azerbaijan's agriculture. Discover how ghost subsidies and shadow farms led to millions in wasted funds, involving 117,000 hectares of unused land and systemic failures in government oversight.
Apr 232 min read


The February 2026 Washington Incident and Its Impact on US-Azerbaijan Strategic Relations
Explore the impact of the February 2026 Washington incident on US-Azerbaijan strategic relations, diplomatic protocols, and human rights. Analyze the fallout between President Aliyev's security and activists and the future of regional diplomacy.
Feb 252 min read


Four Die in Baku Apartment Fire Amid String of Recent Events
Tragic fire in Baku's Lokbatan area on Dec 5th kills four, including two children, marking the third major incident in two weeks. Learn about the investigation into negligence, safety violations, and the related ongoing fires in Kalbajar and Lachin. Public safety concerns rise.
Dec 6, 20252 min read


Baku Site Manager Faces Charges After Man's Sewer Death
Baku site manager faces criminal negligence charges after 28-year-old Jumshud Jumshudlu died, falling into a sewer channel following a ground collapse. The Baku Water and Sewerage Department employee, Azer Jumshudov, denies the accusation. Trial resumes Dec 9th.
Nov 28, 20251 min read


“He Deserves It”
Jailed journalist Ulviyya Ali (Guliyeva) shares the poignant story of Enver, an exploited "household worker" in the Baku Pre-trial Detention Center. Learn about his unseen labor, his dedication of a 340 AZN salary to an old loan, and his simple, heartbreaking wish for dignity and a meal in freedom. A powerful testament to social injustice and the value of human labor.
Nov 25, 20255 min read


Tragedy at Lake Hotel: Four Employees Die from Electric Shock
Tragedy at Lake Hotel, Baku: Four young workers (18, 19, 20, 28) died instantly on Nov 21 after their metal ladder struck a high-voltage power line in the Binagadi area. An investigation is underway into labor protection violations (Criminal Code 162.3). Details on the fatal accident and the privately owned 35 kV line.
Nov 23, 20251 min read


Son of Man Sentenced to Life in Fazil Mustafa Assassination Attempt Gets 10 Years
Son of the main organizer in the Fazil Mustafa assassination attempt, Abulfaz Saricanov, receives 10 years in prison for preparing an attack on a public figure. Details on the 2023 case, the life sentence of Azer Saricanov, and the shocking court proceedings from the Baku Court of Grave Crimes.
Nov 14, 20252 min read


Tragedy in Nice: Chechen Woman Killed by Ex-Husband
Chechen mother Larisa Arsanukaeva was murdered by her ex-husband in Nice, France, despite prior abuse reports. This horrific tragedy, witnessed by her child, exposed systemic failures and ignited a powerful movement within the Chechen diaspora. Hundreds rallied against domestic violence and community silence.
Nov 12, 20253 min read


Murder of LGBTQ+ Individual in Baku
Baku LGBTQ+ Murder:Yasin Ibadov (Ruzgar), 19, was allegedly murdered by his uncle on Nov 4. Explore the tragic details, claims of delayed police response, and the alarming rise of queerphobic hate crimes and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community in Azerbaijan.
Nov 6, 20252 min read


«Karabakh» beat «Copenhagen»
On the evening of October 1, in the 2nd round of the main stage of the Champions League, the "Qarabag" football club defeated the Danish...
Oct 1, 20251 min read


New Taxi Tariffs at Baku Airport are Unlawful - Ombudsman
The Azerbaijani Ombudsman's Office has deemed the new taxi service tariffs at the Baku airport unlawful. The human rights commissioner's office believes that the new tariffs violate the right to equality and the principle of competition.
Sep 27, 20252 min read
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