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Germany, France and Poland express concern over repressive laws in Georgia

Narek Hovhannisyan12 mins

Georgia’s parliament recently passed controversial legislation, sparking concern from key international partners. Germany, France, and Poland have jointly voiced their worries regarding the new laws enacted on March 4th. These nations, collectively known as the Weimar Triangle, released a statement expressing serious reservations about the significant restrictions placed on foreign funding and political engagement within…

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‘Let them bang their heads against the wall’: Armenia’s government reacts to proposal to join Russia’s Union State

Nune Gevorgyan02 mins

Armenia reacted with strong opposition to a proposal to join Russia’s Union State. Former Nagorno-Karabakh security council secretary Vitaly Balasanyan suggested aligning Armenia with the Union, mirroring the Soviet Union, sparking outrage from the ruling Civil Contract party. Deputy Speaker Ruben Rubinyan vehemently denounced Balasanyan, accusing him of betraying Armenia and advocating for a future…

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Vitiello: “SOCAR’s Involvement Could Contribute To Revitalizing Italy’s Downstream Sector”

Armen Hakobyan01 mins

Michele Vitiello, Secretary General of the Italian Committee of the World Energy Council (WEC Italy), discussed key developments with the Report on March 4th. The conversation centered around the projected schedule for SOCAR’s acquisition of Italiana Petroli. He addressed the potential consequences of Azerbaijani investment on Italy’s refining industry, alongside the ramifications for the nation’s…

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IMF, Fitch and S&P paint a picture of steady growth, fiscal resilience and geopolitical cooperation in the South Caucasus

Davit Petrosyan11 mins

The IMF, Fitch Solutions, and S&P Global have all affirmed Azerbaijan’s projected economic growth, anticipating a moderate expansion. This positive outlook is largely driven by diversification efforts, with declines within the hydrocarbon sector being counterbalanced by growth in non-oil industries. The overall economic picture remains stable. Crucially, fiscal and financial stability within Azerbaijan are firmly…

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Georgia refuses to join the sanctions against Russia, despite Western pressure

Ani Khachatryan11 mins

Irakli Kobachidse, the Prime Minister of Georgia, issued a firm statement on February 7th, unequivocally asserting that Georgia has not imposed sanctions on Russia and will not implement them. He clarified that the government’s decisions would not be dictated by external pressures, particularly those originating from Brussels and Washington. Kobachidse stressed the importance of safeguarding…

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Russian ambassador warns: Armenia’s Western ties create challenges for relations with Moscow

Davit Petrosyan11 mins

On February 6th, Sergey Kopyrkin, the russian ambassador to Armenia, voiced concerns regarding the evolving dynamics between Yerevan and the West. Speaking on Rossiya 24 television, he stated that Armenia’s increasing alignment with Western nations and its expanding diplomatic ties present significant obstacles to the established relations between Moscow and Armenia. Kopyrkin highlighted the European…

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The Armenian Minister reports on the first fuel imports from Azerbaijan in view of the historical decrease of the risk of war

Gohar Manukyan01 mins

On February 6th, Armenian Minister of Economy Geworg Papojan announced a significant development regarding trade between Armenia and Azerbaijan. He confirmed that two Armenian-produced goods – gasoline and diesel fuel – had successfully entered Armenia. Simultaneously, no Armenian goods had yet been exported to Azerbaijan. During a press conference, the minister highlighted the current state…

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Azerbaijan has summoned the Russian ambassador over Zatulins remarks

Hayk Grigoryan01 mins

Mikhail Yevdokimov, Russia’s exceptional ambassador to Azerbaijan, has been appointed to the Azerbaijani Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This appointment occurred alongside a significant event: a formal protest note was presented to him during a meeting. The situation arose following a contentious statement delivered on February 5th by Konstantin Satulin. Satulin, the first deputy chairman of…

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EU officials consider the railway project in Nachitschewan as a common strategic priority

Armen Hakobyan11 mins

On February 6th, a European Commission spokesperson announced that the European Union views the advancement of railways within Nakhchivan (Azerbaijan) as a shared, strategic priority. This action demonstrates a dedication to converting geopolitical ambitions into practical infrastructure, fostering enduring peace and prosperity. It also strategically complements the United States’ involvement in the Transcaspian International Transport…

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Chechen leader emphasizes continuous efforts to return soldiers

Tigran Sargsyan11 mins

The first significant prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine occurred on February 6th, 2026, resulting in the safe return of 157 Russian servicemen. This included 20 individuals from the Chechen Republic. During the official announcement, Ramsan Kadyrov, the leader of the Chechen Republic, communicated his satisfaction via his Telegram channel. He and his team had…

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