Mysterious 'ghost island' spotted by NASA - before vanishing entirelyA transient island formed from a mud volcano in the Caspian Sea appeared in 2023 and disappeared by late 2024.
40 feared dead in Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash in Kazakhstan: officialsAzerbaijan Airlines flight crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan; 69 on board, 29 survivors; investigation ongoing over possible causes.
After bludgeoning Russia's navy in the Black Sea, Ukraine is now going after a new batch of warshipsUkraine successfully attacked Russian warships in the Caspian Sea, showcasing their long-range strike capabilities.This marks a significant development in Ukraine's military operations against Russia.
Foul smells and survival along the Caspian Sea in picturesKhashayar Javanmardi highlights the human-environment connection and the worsening crisis in the Caspian Sea through poignant photography and personal experiences.
The big picture: Khashayar Javanmardi explores the decline of the Caspian SeaThe Caspian Sea is facing severe environmental threats due to climate change and pollution, impacting local lives and ecosystems.