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Sheki and Lahij: A journey into the heart of Azerbaijani heritage

In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board

Our new series, 'Explore Azerbaijan' takes an in-depth look at the country's rich heritage and landscapes. In this first episode we discover two must-see locations along the ancient 'Silk Road': Sheki and Lahij.

Europe News

EU calls for 'cessation of hostilities' between Armenia and Azerbaijan

European Council President Charles Michel is "closely engaged" with the leaders of both countries, according to an EU official.

Europe News

EU agrees gas deal with Azerbaijan

The deal will double Baku's gas supply to the EU by 2027, helping the bloc reduce its reliance on Russian energy.

Georgia

Armenia and Azerbaijan foreign ministers hold first meeting since 2020

The two neighbouring countries' top diplomats met in Tbilisi on Saturday as fighting flared up on the countries’ borders in recent weeks.

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Azerbaijan: Shusha welcomes the 5th International Folklore Festival

On Thursday, May 12, the 5th International Folklore Festival, also called 'Kharibulbul', kicked off in Shusha, the cultural capital of Azerbaijan.

Armenia

Tens of thousands rally to demand Armenian PM's resignation

Tens of thousands of protesters blocked streets and gathered around government buildings in Armenia's capital.

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Dozens arrested as Armenia opposition protests up pressure on PM

Police detain protesters at anti-government demonstrations in the Armenian capital Yerevan, as opposition parties mount pressure on Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan over his "treacherous" handling of a territorial dispute with arch-foe Azerbaijan.

Armenia

Dozens of people detained at anti-government demonstration in Armenia

Protesters have called for Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to resign after he advocated a peace deal with Azerbaijan.

World News

Armenia and Azerbaijan agree to start peace talks at EU meeting

The agreement comes after a resurgence of tensions in the region and accusations of ceasefire violations.

Azerbaijan

EU to host talks between rivals Azerbaijan and Armenia

With Russia bogged down in Ukraine, observers say Azerbaijan has sensed an opportunity and has stepped up its incursions in Nagorno Karabakh.

Cult

Traditional Azerbaijani dance lies at the heart of the Azeri culture

In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Performing around the world the Azerbaijan State Dance Ensemble displays traditional athletic and intricate dance moves, dancing on toes and balancing glasses of syrup on their palms

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Azeri army defuse and destroy landmines left behind after the war

Mine clearance operations conducted over the past week in Tartar, Aghdam, Fuzuli, Shusha, Gubadli, Jabrayil and Zangilan have found and cleared anti-personnel mines, 27 anti-tank mines and 19 pieces of unexploded ordnance (UXO).

Russia

Russia hosts rare talks between arch rivals Armenia and Azerbaijan

President Putin met the leaders of both countries, on the anniversary of a peace deal ending a conflict over the separatist region of Nagorno-Karabakh.

World News

Fresh flare-up of violence between Armenia and Azerbaijan

The defence ministries of both countries confirmed the fighting.

Sport

Judo: A glorious third day at the Baku Grand Slam

Japan’s 19-year-old Saito Tatsuru is one to watch in the over 100kg category after winning gold at his first-ever Grand Slam event.

Sport

Judo: A thrilling second day at the Baku Grand Slam in Azerbaijan

Gold medals for GB, Russia, Japan and Turkey on day 2 of the Baku Grand Slam in Azerbaijan.

Sport

Judo: An exciting first day of the Baku Grand Slam in Azerbaijan

Japan does well by positioning itself at the top of the medal table. Rina Tatsukawa and Momo Tamaoki both win gold. Japan also won two bronze medals.

Destinations

Revealed: The best holiday destinations in Europe 2021

The World Travel Awards has crowned these locations the best in Europe 2021. We pick some of our highlights.

Sport

Day 2 of the 50th Paris Judo Grand Slam 2021

Japan, France, and Russia receive gold medals on the second day of the Paris Grand Slam.

Cult

The highly skilled art of copperware production lives on in Lahij

In partnership with The Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Lahij, the village of artisans, lies in the Greater Caucasus mountains in Azerbaijan. For centuries, its highly skilled coppersmiths have produced exquisite and elaborate copper tableware using traditional methods passed down through the generations.

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