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String of UK peers accepted free trips to authoritarian Azerbaijan

UK political figures are facing scrutiny for supporting Azerbaijan's government, which has a record of human rights abuses.

Cop29 gave us a Putin-friendly deal and a glimpse of the dark future of climate talks | Fiona Harvey

Baku's climate conference failed due to divisions among nations, resulting in insufficient financial commitments to climate action.

How France became the target of Azerbaijan's smear campaign

Azerbaijani diplomacy adopts a new offensive strategy towards France
Deterioration in relations between Azerbaijan and France due to absence of French observers at Azerbaijan's election

String of UK peers accepted free trips to authoritarian Azerbaijan

UK political figures are facing scrutiny for supporting Azerbaijan's government, which has a record of human rights abuses.

Cop29 gave us a Putin-friendly deal and a glimpse of the dark future of climate talks | Fiona Harvey

Baku's climate conference failed due to divisions among nations, resulting in insufficient financial commitments to climate action.

How France became the target of Azerbaijan's smear campaign

Azerbaijani diplomacy adopts a new offensive strategy towards France
Deterioration in relations between Azerbaijan and France due to absence of French observers at Azerbaijan's election
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#cultural-heritage

Azerbaijan Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Designed by Bellprat Partner, Leads Visitors on a Journey Through Traditions

Azerbaijan's Pavilion at Expo 2025 combines culture, sustainability, and technology to reflect the country's vision of global connection through heritage.

Where To Shop in Baku-Azerbaijan's Up-And Coming Fashion Destination

Azerbaijan is redefining its fashion scene with a growing appreciation for local artisans and designers, showcasing its rich cultural heritage.

Azerbaijan Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Designed by Bellprat Partner, Leads Visitors on a Journey Through Traditions

Azerbaijan's Pavilion at Expo 2025 combines culture, sustainability, and technology to reflect the country's vision of global connection through heritage.

Where To Shop in Baku-Azerbaijan's Up-And Coming Fashion Destination

Azerbaijan is redefining its fashion scene with a growing appreciation for local artisans and designers, showcasing its rich cultural heritage.
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#climate-change

How late $300bn deal left a sense of dissatisfaction and betrayal at Cop29

The conflict between fossil fuel wealth and climate science highlighted the urgent need for financial support for a low-carbon transition.

As Cop29 wraps up and the climate crisis gathers pace, Australia's dash for gas is confounding | Bill Hare

Cop29's outcomes are underwhelming, lacking sufficient financial commitments and ambition to tackle climate crisis.

Azerbaijan Should Never Have Been COP Host

Azerbaijan's hosting of COP29 highlights the paradox of a wealthy petro-state failing to improve the living conditions of its citizens.

Fossil fuel bosses get red carpet' at Cop29 despite concerns over influence

UN climate summit in Azerbaijan is criticized for giving special treatment to fossil fuel executives, raising concerns over their influence on climate actions.

Cop29 live updates: climate summit gets under way in Baku, Azerbaijan

COP29 in Baku aims to address climate finance and pollution reduction amidst ongoing commitments between rich and poor nations.

COP29: Who pays climate funding for developing countries? DW 11/11/2024

Financial aid for developing countries is a central theme at the UN climate conference amid ongoing fossil fuel reliance by host Azerbaijan.

How late $300bn deal left a sense of dissatisfaction and betrayal at Cop29

The conflict between fossil fuel wealth and climate science highlighted the urgent need for financial support for a low-carbon transition.

As Cop29 wraps up and the climate crisis gathers pace, Australia's dash for gas is confounding | Bill Hare

Cop29's outcomes are underwhelming, lacking sufficient financial commitments and ambition to tackle climate crisis.

Azerbaijan Should Never Have Been COP Host

Azerbaijan's hosting of COP29 highlights the paradox of a wealthy petro-state failing to improve the living conditions of its citizens.

Fossil fuel bosses get red carpet' at Cop29 despite concerns over influence

UN climate summit in Azerbaijan is criticized for giving special treatment to fossil fuel executives, raising concerns over their influence on climate actions.

Cop29 live updates: climate summit gets under way in Baku, Azerbaijan

COP29 in Baku aims to address climate finance and pollution reduction amidst ongoing commitments between rich and poor nations.

COP29: Who pays climate funding for developing countries? DW 11/11/2024

Financial aid for developing countries is a central theme at the UN climate conference amid ongoing fossil fuel reliance by host Azerbaijan.
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#cop29

COP29 Leader Caught on Tape Pushing Oil and Gas Deals

COP29 negotiations are marred by concerns over Azerbaijan's authoritarian tactics and fossil fuel interests undermining climate action

Finding one trillion dollars at Cop29 podcast

The COP29 summit in Azerbaijan seeks to secure climate finance for developing nations, emphasizing the challenge and urgency of collective international action.

The "Dark Joke" of Having a Climate Summit in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan's identity is intertwined with its fossil fuel wealth, presenting a contradiction in its political and environmental narrative.

Apparently fake social media accounts boost Azerbaijan before Cop29

Azerbaijan's hosting of COP29 is supported by fake social media accounts, overshadowing genuine criticism of its climate policies and human rights violations.

Fact check: Suspicious accounts influencing COP29 debates DW 11/15/2024

Azerbaijan's green energy claims at COP29 are undermined by its fossil fuel production, highlighting a contradiction in climate policy.

Who's who at Cop29? The world leaders and others who will attend

Climate finance is the focal point at Cop29, with developing nations demanding support for emission reductions and adaptation to climate impacts.

COP29 Leader Caught on Tape Pushing Oil and Gas Deals

COP29 negotiations are marred by concerns over Azerbaijan's authoritarian tactics and fossil fuel interests undermining climate action

Finding one trillion dollars at Cop29 podcast

The COP29 summit in Azerbaijan seeks to secure climate finance for developing nations, emphasizing the challenge and urgency of collective international action.

The "Dark Joke" of Having a Climate Summit in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan's identity is intertwined with its fossil fuel wealth, presenting a contradiction in its political and environmental narrative.

Apparently fake social media accounts boost Azerbaijan before Cop29

Azerbaijan's hosting of COP29 is supported by fake social media accounts, overshadowing genuine criticism of its climate policies and human rights violations.

Fact check: Suspicious accounts influencing COP29 debates DW 11/15/2024

Azerbaijan's green energy claims at COP29 are undermined by its fossil fuel production, highlighting a contradiction in climate policy.

Who's who at Cop29? The world leaders and others who will attend

Climate finance is the focal point at Cop29, with developing nations demanding support for emission reductions and adaptation to climate impacts.
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Mary Robinson hits out at Vatican and other countries for blocking progress at Cop29 climate talks

Efforts to amplify women's voices in climate discussions are being obstructed by certain countries amidst low progress in negotiations.
#nagorno-karabakh

Voting under way in Azerbaijan snap parliamentary election

Azerbaijan's snap parliamentary election marks significant political activity, particularly in Nagorno-Karabakh, amidst criticisms of President Aliyev's governance.

ICJ rules Armenia, Azerbaijan discrimination cases can proceed

ICJ confirms it will hear mutual discrimination claims by Armenia and Azerbaijan regarding the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.

Armenia claims Azerbaijan completed' ethnic cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh

Azerbaijan completed ethnic cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh, erasing traces of ethnic Armenians.

Voting under way in Azerbaijan snap parliamentary election

Azerbaijan's snap parliamentary election marks significant political activity, particularly in Nagorno-Karabakh, amidst criticisms of President Aliyev's governance.

ICJ rules Armenia, Azerbaijan discrimination cases can proceed

ICJ confirms it will hear mutual discrimination claims by Armenia and Azerbaijan regarding the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.

Armenia claims Azerbaijan completed' ethnic cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh

Azerbaijan completed ethnic cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh, erasing traces of ethnic Armenians.
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#climate-summit

COP29 host Azerbaijan brands oil and gas gift from God'

Aliyev defends Azerbaijan's fossil fuel reliance, accusing the West of hypocrisy for criticizing while benefiting from its resources.

Repression Intensifies in the Country Hosting a Major Climate Meeting

Azerbaijan is repressing dissenting voices ahead of a major climate summit, undermining civil society and human rights.

COP29 host Azerbaijan brands oil and gas gift from God'

Aliyev defends Azerbaijan's fossil fuel reliance, accusing the West of hypocrisy for criticizing while benefiting from its resources.

Repression Intensifies in the Country Hosting a Major Climate Meeting

Azerbaijan is repressing dissenting voices ahead of a major climate summit, undermining civil society and human rights.
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#political-imprisonment

Ukrainian Drone Attacks Force Closure Of 3 Moscow Airports

Nazakat Mammadova was sentenced to 13 years in prison on charges of espionage, which she denies, calling them politically motivated.

Ukraine Drone Attacks Spark Fire In Russia's Bryansk, Kaluga Regions

Nazakat Mammadova sentenced to 13 years on espionage charges, which she denies, amidst growing concerns over press freedom in Azerbaijan.

Ukrainian Drone Attacks Force Closure Of 3 Moscow Airports

Nazakat Mammadova was sentenced to 13 years in prison on charges of espionage, which she denies, calling them politically motivated.

Ukraine Drone Attacks Spark Fire In Russia's Bryansk, Kaluga Regions

Nazakat Mammadova sentenced to 13 years on espionage charges, which she denies, amidst growing concerns over press freedom in Azerbaijan.
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#journalism

Burkina Faso Says Russia Partnership 'Suits' Better Than France

Azerbaijani political commentator Nazakat Mammadova sentenced to 13 years for alleged espionage, with charges dismissed as politically motivated by human rights groups.

Forbidden Stories continues work of imprisoned Azerbaijani journalists

Azerbaijani journalists from Abzas Media were imprisoned for investigating matters that the Azerbaijani regime preferred to keep under wraps.
Forbidden Stories has coordinated a consortium of 15 media outlets, including FRANCE 24, to continue the investigations of the imprisoned journalists.

Reporters - The Baku Connection in Azerbaijan: 'They won't stop our investigations by arresting us'

Repression has increased in Azerbaijan ahead of the presidential elections.
Forbidden Stories is continuing the investigations of imprisoned Azerbaijani journalists.

Ukraine Commander Says North Korea Troops Prepare To Fight Alongside Russian Troops

Nazakat Mammadova was sentenced to 13 years for alleged espionage, with claims of politicization amidst a crackdown on dissent and journalism in Azerbaijan.

Burkina Faso Says Russia Partnership 'Suits' Better Than France

Azerbaijani political commentator Nazakat Mammadova sentenced to 13 years for alleged espionage, with charges dismissed as politically motivated by human rights groups.

Forbidden Stories continues work of imprisoned Azerbaijani journalists

Azerbaijani journalists from Abzas Media were imprisoned for investigating matters that the Azerbaijani regime preferred to keep under wraps.
Forbidden Stories has coordinated a consortium of 15 media outlets, including FRANCE 24, to continue the investigations of the imprisoned journalists.

Reporters - The Baku Connection in Azerbaijan: 'They won't stop our investigations by arresting us'

Repression has increased in Azerbaijan ahead of the presidential elections.
Forbidden Stories is continuing the investigations of imprisoned Azerbaijani journalists.

Ukraine Commander Says North Korea Troops Prepare To Fight Alongside Russian Troops

Nazakat Mammadova was sentenced to 13 years for alleged espionage, with claims of politicization amidst a crackdown on dissent and journalism in Azerbaijan.
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Struggling Hearts face Minsk in strange European opener

Hearts face a challenging start to the season and must find a win in their European campaign against Dinamo Minsk.

Baku Climate Action Week focuses on business ahead of COP29

Climate finance is crucial for sustaining the Paris Agreement and addressing global climate change.
#russia

Putin offers to mediate Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal on trip to Baku

Putin's visit indicates a shift in alliances in the Caucasus, reaffirming Russia's historical mediation role despite challenges from its ongoing Ukraine conflict.

How to use Ukraine's gas pipelines when Russia deal ends DW 07/16/2024

Europe reduces reliance on Russian gas via Ukraine amid war tensions.

Iran warns Russia against siding with Azerbaijan in border dispute

Iran is increasingly assertive in its foreign policy, particularly in response to Russia's support of Azerbaijan during border disputes.

Putin offers to mediate Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal on trip to Baku

Putin's visit indicates a shift in alliances in the Caucasus, reaffirming Russia's historical mediation role despite challenges from its ongoing Ukraine conflict.

How to use Ukraine's gas pipelines when Russia deal ends DW 07/16/2024

Europe reduces reliance on Russian gas via Ukraine amid war tensions.

Iran warns Russia against siding with Azerbaijan in border dispute

Iran is increasingly assertive in its foreign policy, particularly in response to Russia's support of Azerbaijan during border disputes.
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Adams adviser Frank Carone meets Azerbaijani official to talk 'geopolitical issues,' unnerving human rights observers

Frank Carone met an Azerbaijani official to discuss geopolitical issues relevant to his consulting work and the region's stability.
#human-rights

British MPs appeal to Azerbaijan government to free detained academic

British MPs demand the release of detained academic Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu from Azerbaijan for his critical stance on environmental issues.

Reporters - Torture in Azerbaijan: Europe looks away

Repression has increased in Azerbaijan ahead of the presidential elections.
Forbidden Stories is continuing the investigations of imprisoned Azerbaijani journalists.

British MPs appeal to Azerbaijan government to free detained academic

British MPs demand the release of detained academic Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu from Azerbaijan for his critical stance on environmental issues.

Reporters - Torture in Azerbaijan: Europe looks away

Repression has increased in Azerbaijan ahead of the presidential elections.
Forbidden Stories is continuing the investigations of imprisoned Azerbaijani journalists.
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Canada 3x3 team goes 4-3 in pool, set for play-in later Saturday

Canada's women's 3x3 basketball team advances to the next round of the Olympics after a challenging pool play.
#armenia

Armenia turns towards west in search of allies amid Azerbaijan tensions

Jermuk, a once popular tourist town in Armenia, faces fear and economic decline due to Azerbaijani forces' sudden advance and ongoing threats near the border.

Armenia detains hundreds of anti-government protesters DW 05/27/2024

Protesters demand PM Pashinyan's resignation over Azerbaijan deal.

Azerbaijan tells Paris not to intervene' over Frenchman's arrest as tensions run high

Azerbaijan warns France not to intervene in its internal affairs after arresting Frenchman on espionage charges.
Tensions between Azerbaijan and France have escalated due to accusations of supporting Armenia and fueling tensions in the South Caucasus.

Armenia detains scores of Azerbaijan land deal protesters DW 05/13/2024

Protests in Armenia over land concessions to Azerbaijan.
Opposition parties aiming for impeachment against Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
Land concessions are to secure peace deal after years of conflicts.

Armenia and Azerbaijan agree on historic' return of villages

Armenia agrees to return villages to Azerbaijan after decades of conflict.

Armenia PM Pashinyan proposes non-aggression pact to Azerbaijan

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has proposed a non-aggression pact to Azerbaijan as a stepping stone towards a comprehensive peace treaty.
The proposal includes a mutual arms control mechanism and signing the non-aggression pact if the peace treaty is delayed.
Previous peace talks have failed to produce a breakthrough, and tensions remain high between Armenia and Azerbaijan over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.

Armenia turns towards west in search of allies amid Azerbaijan tensions

Jermuk, a once popular tourist town in Armenia, faces fear and economic decline due to Azerbaijani forces' sudden advance and ongoing threats near the border.

Armenia detains hundreds of anti-government protesters DW 05/27/2024

Protesters demand PM Pashinyan's resignation over Azerbaijan deal.

Azerbaijan tells Paris not to intervene' over Frenchman's arrest as tensions run high

Azerbaijan warns France not to intervene in its internal affairs after arresting Frenchman on espionage charges.
Tensions between Azerbaijan and France have escalated due to accusations of supporting Armenia and fueling tensions in the South Caucasus.

Armenia detains scores of Azerbaijan land deal protesters DW 05/13/2024

Protests in Armenia over land concessions to Azerbaijan.
Opposition parties aiming for impeachment against Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
Land concessions are to secure peace deal after years of conflicts.

Armenia and Azerbaijan agree on historic' return of villages

Armenia agrees to return villages to Azerbaijan after decades of conflict.

Armenia PM Pashinyan proposes non-aggression pact to Azerbaijan

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has proposed a non-aggression pact to Azerbaijan as a stepping stone towards a comprehensive peace treaty.
The proposal includes a mutual arms control mechanism and signing the non-aggression pact if the peace treaty is delayed.
Previous peace talks have failed to produce a breakthrough, and tensions remain high between Armenia and Azerbaijan over the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region.
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A helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi went down in a 'hard landing'

Iranian President's helicopter suffers a 'hard landing' with Raisi and officials on board, no casualties reported immediately.
#france

France Demands Release Of Citizen Accused Of Espionage In Azerbaijan

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding French national arbitrarily and demands his release
French citizen Martin Ryan has been detained in Azerbaijan on suspicion of espionage

Zelenskiy's Baltic Blitz: Ukraine's President Shores Up Support On Surprise Tour

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding a French national arbitrarily and demands his release.
The French Foreign Ministry confirms the detention and demands immediate release.

Navalny Smiles, Jokes At Hearing As Court Rejects His Challenge Over Prison Treatment

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding a French national arbitrarily and demands his immediate release.
The French Foreign Ministry confirms the detention of the French citizen and demands his release.

Zelenskiy In Lithuania At Start Of Surprise Tour Of Baltic States

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding French national arbitrarily
France demands immediate release of the detained French citizen

POW Group Demands Bosnia Protest Russia Granting Citizenship To War Crimes Suspect

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding a French national arbitrarily and demands his immediate release.
The French Foreign Ministry confirms the detention and demands Ryan's immediate release.

Zelenskiy Stresses Unity In Call With Polish President, Speaks With Belgian PM As He Takes Helm Of EU Council

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding a French national arbitrarily and demands his immediate release.
The French Foreign Ministry confirms the detention and states that they consider it to be arbitrary.

France Demands Release Of Citizen Accused Of Espionage In Azerbaijan

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding French national arbitrarily and demands his release
French citizen Martin Ryan has been detained in Azerbaijan on suspicion of espionage

Zelenskiy's Baltic Blitz: Ukraine's President Shores Up Support On Surprise Tour

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding a French national arbitrarily and demands his release.
The French Foreign Ministry confirms the detention and demands immediate release.

Navalny Smiles, Jokes At Hearing As Court Rejects His Challenge Over Prison Treatment

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding a French national arbitrarily and demands his immediate release.
The French Foreign Ministry confirms the detention of the French citizen and demands his release.

Zelenskiy In Lithuania At Start Of Surprise Tour Of Baltic States

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding French national arbitrarily
France demands immediate release of the detained French citizen

POW Group Demands Bosnia Protest Russia Granting Citizenship To War Crimes Suspect

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding a French national arbitrarily and demands his immediate release.
The French Foreign Ministry confirms the detention and demands Ryan's immediate release.

Zelenskiy Stresses Unity In Call With Polish President, Speaks With Belgian PM As He Takes Helm Of EU Council

France accuses Azerbaijan of holding a French national arbitrarily and demands his immediate release.
The French Foreign Ministry confirms the detention and states that they consider it to be arbitrary.
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Cop29 at a crossroads in Azerbaijan with focus on climate finance

Azerbaijan, heavily reliant on oil and gas, is transitioning to renewable energy for a substantial portion of its power generation.

Henry Cuellar Indicted Over Bribery Scheme

Representative Henry Cuellar and his wife face bribery and money laundering charges involving Azerbaijan and a Mexican bank.

COP29 Host Azerbaijan Plans to Raise Gas Production by a Third Over Next Decade

Azerbaijan plans to increase gas production by a third over the next 10 years.
Global Witness raises concerns about Azerbaijan hosting the next UN Climate Change Conference due to its reliance on fossil fuels.

Cop29 host Azerbaijan to hike gas output by a third over next decade

Azerbaijan plans to increase fossil fuel production by a third over the next decade, which contradicts the need to cut global production to limit global heating.
Azerbaijan's gas production is expected to rise to 49bcm a year in 2033, emitting 781m tonnes of carbon dioxide, more than double the annual emissions of the UK.

Azerbaijan names a former oil executive to lead 2024 climate talks

Azerbaijan's ecology minister, Mukhtar Babayev, has been appointed to lead the United Nations' annual climate talks later this year.
Some climate activists are concerned about Babayev's former ties to the state oil company in Azerbaijan, a major oil-producing nation.

France expels two Azerbaijan diplomats in a move of 'reciprocity'

France declares two employees of Azerbaijan's embassy persona non grata in a reciprocal move
Azerbaijan also declares two employees of France's embassy persona non grata
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Armenia, Azerbaijan agree to exchange POWs, take steps on normalising ties

Armenia and Azerbaijan have agreed to exchange prisoners of war and work towards normalizing their relations.
Both countries have expressed their intention to reach a peace treaty based on respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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Armenia, Azerbaijan agree to exchange POWs, take steps on normalising ties

Armenia and Azerbaijan have agreed to exchange prisoners of war and work towards normalizing their relations.
Both countries have expressed their intention to reach a peace treaty based on respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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