A magnitude 3.2 earthquake occurred in Georgia, “QİA.az” informs, citing National Center for Seismic Monitoring (NSCM). The tremors were recorded at 9:36 (GMT +4) near Java town of the Shida Kartli province.
Ombudsman sent a Report on Hate Crimes and Hate Speech against Azerbaijanis to international organizations
The Commissioner for Human Rights (Ombudsman) of the Republic of Azerbaijan Sabina Aliyeva has prepared a Report on Hate Crimes and Hate Speech against Azerbaijanis and addressed it to international organizations. The report aims to bring to the attention of the world community the human rights violations caused by the long-standing policy of ethnic hatred… Continue reading Ombudsman sent a Report on Hate Crimes and Hate Speech against Azerbaijanis to international organizations
Biden waiving restriction blocking aid to Azerbaijan
US President Joseph Biden has notified Congress the administration is extending a waiver allowing US assistance to Azerbaijan, said the Secretary of State Antony Blinken, “QİA.az” informs, referring to The Hill. The waiver applies to Section 907 of the Freedom Support Act, and its renewal — which has happened annually since 2002 — allows the US to provide military assistance… Continue reading Biden waiving restriction blocking aid to Azerbaijan
Turkish officials pay unannounced visit to Libya to discuss ties
Turkey’s Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, Defense Minister Hulusi Akar, Director of the National Intelligence Organization (MIT) Hakan Fidan and Chief of General Staff Gen. Yaşar Güler on Monday paid an unannounced visit to Libya’s capital Tripoli, QİA.AZ reports citing Daily Sabah. During the visit, bilateral and regional issues are expected to be discussed. “In Tripoli to show our… Continue reading Turkish officials pay unannounced visit to Libya to discuss ties
Azerbaijani gymnast strives to demonstrate good result at Rhythmic Gymnastics FIG World Cup in Baku
Member of the Azerbaijani national team, a participant in the upcoming competitions Arzu Jalilova would like to demonstrate a good result at the Rhythmic Gymnastics FIG World Cup, AGF Trophy 2021 in Baku. “The preparation for the World Cup is fruitful, the training is very intensive,” Jalilova told QİA.AZ. “I train for about eight hours a… Continue reading Azerbaijani gymnast strives to demonstrate good result at Rhythmic Gymnastics FIG World Cup in Baku
Azerbaijan confirms 418 more COVID-19 cases, 1,095 recoveries
Azerbaijan has detected 418 new COVID-19 cases, 1,095 patients have recovered and 19 patients have died, QİA.AZ reports on May 3 citing the Operational Headquarters under Azerbaijani Cabinet of Ministers. Up until now, 321,798 people have been infected with coronavirus in the country, 294,784 of them have recovered, and 4,580 people have died. Currently, 22,434 people… Continue reading Azerbaijan confirms 418 more COVID-19 cases, 1,095 recoveries
Azerbaijani president changes charter of Azerbaijani Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev signed a decree changing the “Charter of the Azerbaijani Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund”, approved upon presidential decree #1760 dated December 25, 2017. In accordance with the document, the amount of the authorized capital of the Fund in the amount of 637 million manat ($374 million), specified in paragraph 6.2… Continue reading Azerbaijani president changes charter of Azerbaijani Mortgage and Credit Guarantee Fund
Strong wind expected – WARNING
Northwest wind is expected in Baku and on the Absheron peninsula from morning May 5 to 6, the National Hydrometeorology Department of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources told “QİA.az”. The speed of the wind will be 15-20 m/s, increase to 23-25 m/s and 28-32 m/s in some places on May 5. Occasional rain is… Continue reading Strong wind expected – WARNING
Buta Airways to Start Operating Special Flights to Astrakhan
Starting from June 3, the low-cost air airline “Buta Airways” will start operating special flights from Baku to Astrakhan. Flights in the Baku-Astrakhan-Baku direction will be operated once a week – on Thursdays. Taking into account the restrictions imposed and rules introduced due to the epidemiological situation of the country, the Airline offers tickets only… Continue reading Buta Airways to Start Operating Special Flights to Astrakhan
Weather forecast for tomorrow revealed
The weather will be changeable cloudy and mainly rainless in Baku and Absheron peninsula on May 4, “QİA.az” informs, citing the National Hydrometeorology Department of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources. South wind will blow. The temperature will be +11 – +15 C at night, +18 – +22 C in the daytime on Absheron peninsula and… Continue reading Weather forecast for tomorrow revealed