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Lee Claims World Gold as Tasoev Secures His Third World Title in Baku
Hyeonji Lee claimed her first world title at +78kg, defeating former champion Romane Dicko to complete a dominant day. At +100kg, Inal Tasoev delivered a spectacular ippon against home favourite Ushangi Kokauri to secure his third world title and retain the red backpatch.
Sport
Historic Gold for Lytvynenko as Sulamanidze Triumphs in Baku
Yelyzaveta Lytvynenko made history at -78kg, defeating Kaila Issoufi to become the UAE’s first-ever judo world champion. At -100kg, Georgia’s Ilia Sulamanidze overcame Dota Arai in the final to claim his first world title, turning previous bronze into gold.
Sport
Tsunoda Claims World Gold as Murao Retains His Title in Baku
Ai Tsunoda Roustant claimed her first senior world title at -70kg, defeating Michaela Polleres in golden score. At -90kg, Sanshiro Murao delivered a spectacular ippon against Goki Tajima in an all-Japanese final, defending his title to become a two-time world champion.
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Business Series
Inside this country's push into international clean energy
In partnership with Azpromo
Azerbaijan is expanding its international energy portfolio through renewable projects, strategic partnerships and new infrastructure, as it seeks to strengthen energy security and connect regional markets with Europe.
Sport
Judo: Grigalashvili claims fourth world title as Kaju reigns again
Haruka Kaju extended her unbeaten World Judo Tour run to 40 contests, defending her -63kg world title against Kerem Primo. At -81kg, Tato Grigalashvili defeated home favourite Zelim Tckaev to claim his fourth world title and return to the top of the podium.
Sport
Judo 2026 World Championships: Koga and Yusifov Strike Gold on Opening Day in Baku
Wakana Koga claimed her first world title at -48kg, defeating Assunta Scutto in the final. At -60kg, home favourite Ahmad Yusifov came from behind to beat Sherzod Davlatov, sending the Baku crowd into celebration on an unforgettable opening day.
Sport
Judo: Japan crowns two new world champions in Baku
Akari Omori claimed her first world title at -57kg, defeating reigning champion Eteri Liparteliani in golden score. At -73kg, Ryuga Tanaka overcame Makhmadbek Makhmadbekov in a tight final to secure gold and complete a double triumph for Japan.
Sport
Judo: Abe Siblings Strike Gold Again at the World Championships in Baku
Uta Abe claimed her sixth world title at -52kg, defeating Ariane Toro Soler to remain unbeaten at the World Championships. Hifumi Abe followed with his fifth world crown at -66kg, producing a spectacular ippon against David Garcia Torne in the final.
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Azerbaijan International Investment Forum: Where capital meets opportu
In partnership with Azpromo
The 2nd Azerbaijan International Investment Forum brought together representatives from more than 70 countries to discuss investment, trade, infrastructure and diversification, with more than $10 billion in contracts and agreements signed.
Cult
Uzeyir Hajibeyli festival celebrates a lasting musical legacy
In partnership with Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Uzeyir Hajibeyli’s musical legacy continues to bring different traditions together, inspiring an international festival spanning concerts, culture and musical exchange.
Culture Series
Meet the beekeeper carrying on three generations of family tradition
In partnership with Azpromo
The Honey Festival celebrates Kalbajar’s long beekeeping tradition, bringing local producers together as they promote the region’s honey and explore opportunities to reach new audiences beyond Azerbaijan.
Destinations
Roughing it to Arctic luxury: Two sisters, three countries, two weeks
Greenland, Iceland and Norway offer some of the most cinematic landscapes on Earth. But travelling through them reveals three very different relationships with tourism – one thrust into the geopolitical spotlight, to tourism-savvy Iceland and the breathtaking beauty of Norway.
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International Mine Action Conference focuses on safe resettlement
In partnership with Azpromo
The 4th International Mine Action Conference examined the challenges of clearing contaminated land and supporting safe resettlement, with discussions focusing on demining, reconstruction, international cooperation and shared expertise.
