NATO is closely following the development of the situation in Armenia, and calls on the parties to avoid escalation and to resolve all differences peacefully within the constitution, “QİA.AZ” informs, citing a Twitter post of NATO’s official representative Oana Lungescu. “We are closely monitoring developments in our partner country Armenia. It’s important to avoid words or actions that… Continue reading NATO comments on situation in Armenia
29 years passed since Khojaly genocide
Twenty-nine years ago, the Khojaly genocide was committed, and Khojaly city was occupied by the Armenian armed forces, with the help of the post-Soviet army’s 366th Motor Rifle Regiment. According to “QİA.AZ”, today, Azerbaijan marks the next anniversary of the bloody tragedy. On the night of February 25 to 26, 1992, Armenian forces, with the help… Continue reading 29 years passed since Khojaly genocide
Armenia spent 50% of military budget on mining of Karabakh
Armenia spent 50 percent of the military budget for 2020, 15 percent of official foreign exchange reserves, or 10 percent of the state budget on mining Azerbaijani territories, “QİA.AZ” informs, referring to Svobodnaya Pressa newspaper. “The total cost of the shells found in a small cleared area of 27 square kilometers reaches $3 million. According to sappers,… Continue reading Armenia spent 50% of military budget on mining of Karabakh
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Turkish parliament holds event on 29th anniversary of Khojaly genocide
An event dedicated to the 29th anniversary of the Khojaly genocide is being held in the Turkish parliament. According to “QİA.AZ”, Azerbaijani Ambassador to Turkey Khazar Ibrahim, Speaker of the Turkish Grand National Assembly Mustafa Şentop, and other officials are attending the event.
GECF: Azerbaijan – 3rd biggest natural gas producer in Eurasian region
Azerbaijan can produce an average of 40 billion cubic meters of natural gas per year by 2050, “QİA.AZ” informs, referring to the Global Gas Outlook 2050 report of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF). According to this indicator, the document says that Azerbaijan ranks third in the Eurasian region after Russia and Turkmenistan: “Most of the natural… Continue reading GECF: Azerbaijan – 3rd biggest natural gas producer in Eurasian region
Xi Jinping: China scored complete victory over absolute poverty
Chinese President Xi Jinping announced on Feb. 25 that China has scored a ‘complete victory’ in its fight against poverty, “QİA.AZ” informs referring to Xinhua. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, said absolute poverty had been eradicated in the world’s most populous country. Xi made… Continue reading Xi Jinping: China scored complete victory over absolute poverty
Biden extends Trump sanctions against Cuba
US President Joe Biden has extended sanctions against Cuba, “QİA.AZ” informs, referring to TASS. The case is the 1996 sanctions regime, amended in 2004, 2016, and 2018. In particular, Biden confirmed the ban on US-registered vessels from entering Cuba’s territorial waters without the US authorities’ permission, as this could lead to ‘mass migration from Cuba.’ Barack Obama’s administration, under… Continue reading Biden extends Trump sanctions against Cuba
An information campaign reflecting the Khojaly realities was organized in London
An information campaign dedicated to the 29th anniversary of the Khojaly genocide has been launched in London with the support of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora and with the organization of Sabina Guliyeva, head of the “Natavan Group” operating in the United Kingdom. During the rally, which will take place on February 24,… Continue reading An information campaign reflecting the Khojaly realities was organized in London
Ali Asadov invites Georgian PM to visit Azerbaijan
Prime Minister of Azerbaijan Ali Asadov had a telephone conversation with his Georgian counterpart Irakli Garibashvili, “QİA.AZ” informs, referring to the Administration of the Government of Georgia. Asadov congratulated Garibashvili on the appointment of the head of the Georgian government. He wished his Georgian counterpart success in his work and invited him to pay an official… Continue reading Ali Asadov invites Georgian PM to visit Azerbaijan