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Armenian authorities have approved a proposal to begin the process of applying for EU membership

On Thursday, the Armenian government approved a bill aimed at initiating the country’s application to join the European Union. This move comes as Armenia has increasingly strengthened its ties with Western nations, distancing itself from its historically close relationship with Moscow, which has been criticized for not adequately supporting Armenia against its longstanding adversary, Azerbaijan. The legislation was proposed following a successful petition drive. According … Continue reading Armenian authorities have approved a proposal to begin the process of applying for EU membership

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DEFENCE

Azerbaijan initiates proceedings against a French national charged with espionage

French national Martin Ryan faced trial in Azerbaijan on Monday, facing espionage charges that could result in a prison term of 10 to 15 years, according to the presiding judge. Ryan, who was detained in December 2023, is accused by Azerbaijan of gathering classified information regarding its military partnerships with Turkey and Pakistan, as well as assisting in the recruitment of French-speaking Azerbaijanis for collaboration … Continue reading Azerbaijan initiates proceedings against a French national charged with espionage

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Azerbaijan rebukes Iran over ‘insulting statements’ its president

Azerbaijan has summoned the Iranian charge d’affaires in Baku following the broadcast of a religious ceremony on Iranian television that included remarks perceived as insults directed at Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev. In a statement released on Wednesday, the ministry indicated that Seyyed Jafar Aghayi Marian, the Iranian embassy’s charge d’affaires in Azerbaijan, received a formal note of “strong protest” regarding the “insulting statements” made against … Continue reading Azerbaijan rebukes Iran over ‘insulting statements’ its president

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A drone view shows the crash site of an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane near the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan.
DISPUTES

Has the Azerbaijani aircraft been shot down by Russian air defense in Kazakhstan?

Russian air defense officials may have inadvertently targeted an Azerbaijani passenger aircraft over Chechnya during a Ukrainian drone assault, according to analysts and experts from Ukraine, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan. Moscow may have further exacerbated the situation, which one expert labeled a “crime,” by preventing the damaged aircraft from landing nearby and instead directing it to Kazakhstan. This assessment arises amid increasing reports from unnamed Azerbaijani … Continue reading Has the Azerbaijani aircraft been shot down by Russian air defense in Kazakhstan?

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A drone view shows the crash site of an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane near the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan.
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Passenger plane from Azerbaijan to Russia has crashed in Kazakhstan, raising concerns about fatalities

An Embraer passenger aircraft en route from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on Wednesday, carrying 67 passengers and five crew members, according to Kazakh officials, who reported that 12 individuals survived the incident. Unverified footage of the crash depicted the aircraft, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, engulfed in flames upon impact, with thick black smoke billowing into the air. The emergencies ministry of Kazakhstan … Continue reading Passenger plane from Azerbaijan to Russia has crashed in Kazakhstan, raising concerns about fatalities

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Russia’s Lavrov and the US’s Blinken are scheduled to participate in the upcoming OSCE meeting

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken are expected to confront each other regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine during an annual meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) in Malta on Thursday. The situation in Ukraine is anticipated to be the primary focus of discussions, which will also include the formal approval of last-minute agreements … Continue reading Russia’s Lavrov and the US’s Blinken are scheduled to participate in the upcoming OSCE meeting

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What factors are contributing to the violence occurring on the streets of Georgia?

Since November 28, Georgia has experienced significant protests in response to the government’s announcement to suspend negotiations for EU membership until 2028. Despite police efforts to cordon off Rustaveli Avenue in Tbilisi, demonstrators have persisted, constructing barricades, igniting fires, and launching fireworks at law enforcement officials. Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has asserted that Georgia will not permit itself to be “Ukrainized,” as his Western-aligned adversaries … Continue reading What factors are contributing to the violence occurring on the streets of Georgia?

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Trump warns BRICS nations of significant tariffs, but which parties will bear the greatest impact?

US President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to the BRICS nations, which have been vocal about challenging the dollar’s supremacy in global trade. Should this movement gain momentum, Trump has pledged to implement “100% tariffs,” effectively severing their access to the “thriving US economy.” This raises the question: which country will be most affected? Here are the economic relationships and dependencies to determine … Continue reading Trump warns BRICS nations of significant tariffs, but which parties will bear the greatest impact?

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Keir Starmer will not engage with the Taliban at the COP29 climate summit

Sir Keir Starmer will not be meeting with the Taliban during the COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan, according to Downing Street. The militant group announced on Sunday that it will be sending representatives to the UN-led conference for the first time since their takeover of Afghanistan in 2021, coinciding with the withdrawal of US, UK, and allied forces from the region. When inquired about the … Continue reading Keir Starmer will not engage with the Taliban at the COP29 climate summit

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Taliban representatives will attend the UN climate conference in Azerbaijan

Afghan Taliban representatives are set to participate in a significant United Nations climate conference commencing next week, as announced by the Afghan Foreign Ministry on Sunday. This marks the first occasion that Taliban officials will attend such an event since they regained power in 2021. The COP29 climate summit, taking place in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, represents one of the most prominent multilateral gatherings … Continue reading Taliban representatives will attend the UN climate conference in Azerbaijan

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