http://www.today.az Covering Azerbaijan inside and outside http://www.today.az/images/logo_small.gif http://www.today.az http://www.today.az/news/politics/239668.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 14:26:00 +0400 "On the occasion of the 14th anniversary of the signing of the Nakhchivan Agreement, which laid the foundations of the Organisation of Turkic States, we warmly congratulate on the Day of Cooperation of Turkic States," the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement, Azernews reported.Started in 1992 as "Summits of Heads of State of Turkic-speaking countries", this process has now turned into a full-fledged international organization thanks to the strong will and joint efforts of the participating countries.The Organisation of Turkic States aims to rapidly expand and deepen cooperation among member States, harmonize national capacities, and promote peace and stability as a responsible and responsive regional player on the world stage.Turkiye will continue its tireless efforts to further strengthen Turkic cooperation and make the Turkic world "stronger together," the statement said. http://www.today.az/news/society/239667.html Society Tue, 03 Oct 2023 14:05:00 +0400 By Azernews Laman IsmayilovaAs part of her visit to Kyrgyzstan, President of the International Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation Gunay Afandiyeva has visited the Kyrgyz National University Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn.Gunay Afandiyeva met with the university professors, lecturers (faculty) and students, Azernews reports.At the meeting, the foundation president was awarded the title of "Honorary Professor of the Kyrgyz National University" for contribution to the preservation of the material and spiritual heritage of the Turkic peoples, as well as strengthening cultural exchange between them.The decision to award the honorary title to Gunay Afandiyeva was made by the Academic Council of the University on June 29, 2023.The Rector of the Kyrgyz National University Tolobek Abdyrakhmanov presented Gunay Afandiyeva with a diploma and expressed gratitude to her on behalf of the university for extensive activities aimed at developing the integration process in the Turkic world.Gunay Afandiyeva thanked the rector and the teaching staff of the university and expressed satisfaction with the stay in the homeland of ancient Manas, the outstanding writer of Chingiz Aitmatov.She spoke about the ongoing cooperation between the International Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation and Kyrgyzstan.Gunay Afandiyeva stressed the importance of preserving the common Turkic culture, noting that supporting initiatives in the field of education and promoting cultural exchange between different peoples is among the foundation's multifaceted activities.She also presented the Kyrgyz National University with a book of Azerbaijani scientist Adil Jamil "Manas Epic and Turkic Epic Tradition", prepared by the foundation and dedicated to the study and analysis of the epic "Manas" in Kyrgyz and Azerbaijani languages, as well as the book " Sagymbaydyn Manas", published by the organization jointly with the Turkic Academy.Initiated in 2012, the foundation provides assistance in the protection, study, and promotion of Turkic culture and heritage through supporting and funding various activities, projects, and programs.The organization carries out its activities in cooperation with TURKSOY and the Turkic Academy. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239662.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:40:00 +0400 By AzernewsElnur EnverogluIn Armenia, young children are brought up in the spirit of revanchist, terrorist and bloodthirsty. In recent days, the videos shared on social media networks have been widely showing minors using weapons, getting involved in military training and similar activities.A group of Armenian terrorists, who could not get rid of the illusions they formed in their brains for many years, became more aggressive after the fiasco of separatism in Garabagh and allegedly spread loud opinions about returning to Garabagh in the future.Currently, the most active supporter of Armenian terrorism is the non-governmental organization VoMa of Armenia. The terrorist organization, where Gucci model Armine Harutyunyan received armed training, has not given up despite Azerbaijan's decisive victory.The gang, founded by so-called professional soldiers and a group of "veterans" in 2014, is engaged in gathering financial support to implement anti-Turkish and anti-Islamic principles. Although it may not sound unusual, we must note that currently, young children are included in the military exercises organized by VoMa. By providing real weapons and explosive devices to minors in the age group of 13-16 years and indoctrinating them in savagery, the organization is clearly violating the law in a serious way.Although VoMa does not have a special financial base, today financial assistance is provided to the organization from the account of the Armenian diaspora, lobbyists and a number of foreign organizations and companies pursuing anti-Azerbaijani and anti-Islamic pronciples. VoMa, which has developed its own website, allegedly wants to organize a complete defense system and says that it needs 100,000 US dollars per month for making a tough military structure.It should be noted that the VoMa terrorist organization is not the first in the Middle East and the Caucasus. Before that, a large number of organizations with different names were established for the spread of terrorism in Syria, Lebanon, Iraq and other countries, and all of them were destroyed during anti-terrorist operations.Armenian separatists show the same attitude towards children as they treated Armenians in Garabagh. The enemies of humanity, who can no longer brainwash adults, use children as tools as a last resort. The absence of patriotic feelings in Armenia is inevitable. Because the one who does not have a homeland does not have a sense of homeland. Many people in Yerevan also understand this and knew in advance that the latest situation in Garabagh would happen at some point. As they saying goes, You shouldn't take what doesn't belong to you. Armenia wanted to take the Azerbaijani lands by force, but time prevailed again.VoMa doesn't want to back downThe 'Threats' section on the website of the terrorist organization, into which an official investigation was opened by Azerbaijan after the Second Garabagh War, is particularly striking.Describing Armenia as an 'outpost' against the Turks for 1000 years, VoMa reminds that with the collapse of Byzantium, the Turks were waiting at the walls of Vienna. Claiming that Armenians fought alone against the Ottomans, the organization particularly emphasizes its Christian identity.Besides, claiming that Armenia is not only a wedge in the Islamic or Turkish world, but also a wedge in the body of ailing Eurasia, VoMa writes that if this does not happen, 'aggressive' Turkiye will reach the borders of Russia and Iran, and even the Great Wall of China. Arguing that any conflict with Turkiye would mean a 'world war', the illegal armed organization concludes its fantasies by claiming that a 'strong' Armenia will prevent the outbreak of a world war.Armenian mercenary groups who are wanted internationally by AzerbaijanDuring the First and Second Garabagh War, various information was obtained about the use of mercenary soldiers by Armenia. Facts about the recruitment of Armenians from Syria, Lebanon and Palestine into the army were also revealed during the Second Garabagh War. Any party that does not belong to the Armenian army and participates in the war against the Azerbaijani army based on certain interests from outside is considered to have grossly violated Azerbaijani legislation as well as international laws. For this reason, the General Prosecutor's Office of the Republic of Azerbaijan appealed to the Interpol regarding the above-mentioned facts and started an international search for the war criminals.Despite this, currently more than 300 war criminals have not been arrested. Some of them live in Yerevan, and some live in foreign countries. No initiative is taken to surrender criminals. On the contrary, all diaspora and lobby organizations, including the Armenian authorities, are forming financial resources with the claim and desire to gather military forces again against Azerbaijan. It is a fact that Anna Hagopyan, the wife of the Prime Minister of Armenia, participated in military exercises during the Patriotic War, which spread only a negative impression to armenian community.Today, the Armenian side is trying to send a 'message' to Azerbaijan by involving minors and persons who do not have the right to military service in armed training. However, on September 20, after the last anti-terrorist measures carried out by the Azerbaijani Army, the world witnessed that thousands of illegal armed groups surrendered by raising a white flag. Therefore, neither Armenia nor Armenian lobbyists abroad can achieve anything with such dramatic scenes. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239663.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:18:00 +0400 By AzernewsRena MurshudSecretary General of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) Kubanychbek Omuraliev congratulated the Turkic world on the occasion of the anniversary of the adoption of the Nakhchivan Declaration, Azernews reports with reference to the OTS press service.“I sincerely congratulate the Turkic world on October 3, which is celebrated as the Day of Cooperation of Turkic States... The centuries-old fraternal ties between the Turkic countries strengthened on the basis of a common language, history, and cultural heritage, have become seriously institutionalized within our organization since 2009. Having voluntarily united under the auspices of the UTC, the Turkic states are decisively stepping into the future, promoting comprehensive cooperation in the political, economic, cultural, and social spheres,” the document says.The Secretary-General emphasized that the date of October 3 “represents the deep ties” between the member countries of the organization.“Today we celebrate our rise and achievements together,” he emphasized.Kubanychbek Omuraliev noted that the activities of the UTG include more than 20 areas of cooperation.“[The organization] draws its strength from the Turkic World Vision 2040 document,” the document says.The Secretary-General believes that the “unyielding determination” of heads of state and foreign ministers “is clearly manifested in dynamic activities and strategic alliances” between countries.Kubanychbek Omuraliev said that the X OTG Summit, planned in Kazakhstan in November, will be “the stage at which vital decisions will be made and agreements will be signed that will form the organization’s program of activities in the coming period.”In conclusion, the head of the organization expressed gratitude to country leaders, as well as the private sector and NGOs “for their unwavering support.”“With wishes of peace, unity, and solidarity, congratulations on the holiday of October 3, which is proof of the strength of our common spirit! Together we are stronger,” concluded the Secretary-General. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239664.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 12:59:00 +0400 Today marks three years since the liberation of Sugovushan and Talish villages of Azerbaijan's Tartar region from the occupation by Armenian armed forces, Azernews reports.On 3 October 2020, the Azerbaijani army cleared both villages of Armenian occupants.On that day, the tricolour State Flag of Azerbaijan was raised in Sugovushan and Talish.In 1992, Aghdara district was abolished and its territory was divided between the neighbouring Agdam, Tartar and Kalbajar districts. The village with the ancient name Sugovushan, which was called Madagiz during the Soviet era, is one of the settlements included in the Tartar district.Sugovushan was first liberated from occupation by the Azerbaijani army in 1991-1992. However, in April 1994 the village was again occupied by Armenia.Sugovushan reservoir and "Sugovushan-1" hydroelectric power station are located on the territory of the village. After the occupation of Sugovushan, Armenians established military units here. Military unit No. 49971 was considered one of the best in the Armenian army in Garabagh. In addition, military unit No. 33651, which the Armenian army designated as the "6th Defence Region", also occupied positions in Sugovushan.President of Azerbaijan, Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Ilham Aliyev announced the liberation of Sugovushan from Armenian occupation on 3 October 2020. The Supreme Commander-in-Chief then congratulated Major General Hikmet Hasanov, who at that time commanded the 1st Army Corps, on the liberation of Sugovushan from occupation. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239665.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 12:20:00 +0400 President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Korea Yoon Suk Yeol, Azernews reports.The letter reads:"Dear Mr. President,On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I sincerely congratulate you and all your people on the occasion of the national holiday of the Republic of Korea.Relations of friendship and cooperation between Azerbaijan and Korea have good traditions. We are pleased with the development dynamics of our intergovernmental relations and the expansion of our mutually beneficial cooperation.The Korean companies have been operating very successfully in Azerbaijan for many years. The companies representing your country can contribute to the restoration and reconstruction works carried out in our liberated territories through the use of advanced and modern technologies. By taking advantage of the existing opportunities, I believe that through our joint efforts we will continue to deepen our relations and effective cooperation, which have great potential.On this festive day, I wish you good health, happiness, and the friendly Republic of Korea everlasting peace and prosperity.Sincerely,Ilham AliyevPresident of the Republic of AzerbaijanBaku, 30 September 2023" http://www.today.az/news/politics/239666.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 12:07:00 +0400 President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Iraq Abdul Latif Rashid, Azernews reports.The letter reads:"Dear Mr. President,On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I cordially congratulate you and all your people on the occasion of the national holiday of the Republic of Iraq and extend my best wishes.I believe that through our joint efforts, Azerbaijan-Iraq relations will continue to develop and strengthen in an atmosphere of friendship and cooperation.On this festive day, I wish you good health, success in your activities, and the friendly people of Iraq everlasting peace and prosperity.Sincerely,Ilham AliyevPresident of the Republic of AzerbaijanBaku, 2 October 2023" http://www.today.az/news/politics/239661.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:56:00 +0400 By Azernews Abbas GanbayHead of the Press Service Department of the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry Aykhan Hajizada responded to the statements of the Finnish Ambassador to Azerbaijan with residence in Ankara, who is also the Ambassador to other countries of the South Caucasus Kirsti Narinen, Azernews reports.The relevant publication was posted on the Azerbaijani diplomat's page on social network X (formerly Twitter).</div><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-size: 1.2rem; line-height: 1.5; font-family: Roboto; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">"Armenia has committed numerous atrocities against Azerbaijanis, while Azerbaijan has never attacked civilians of Armenian origin, on the contrary, it has provided a safe environment for their reintegration. Turning a blind eye to the statements of the United Nations, the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and the UN High Commissioner for Refugees that Azerbaijan does not evict Armenians by force is nothing but hypocrisy," the statement reads.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-size: 1.2rem; line-height: 1.5; font-family: Roboto; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">It should be noted that the Finnish diplomat said that the Armenian residents of the Garabagh region of Azerbaijan allegedly left the region not voluntarily, but faced "fear of violence".</p></div></body> </html> http://www.today.az/news/politics/239660.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:40:00 +0400 On October 2, starting from 17:20 to 18:00, the Armenian armed forces units from the positions in the direction of Azizli settlement of the Basarkechar district using small arms subjected to fire the Azerbaijan Army positions stationed in the direction of Yukhari Ayrim settlement of the Kalbajar district, Azernews reports.Moreover, improvised explosive devices were also dropped on the Azerbaijan Army positions stationed in the mentioned direction by means of a combat quadracopter.The Azerbaijan Army Units did not suffer any losses, adequate retaliatory measures were taken in the mentioned direction. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239657.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:31:00 +0400 The US State Department has not confirmed Armenia's allegations of "ethnic cleansing" in Garabagh, spokesman Matthew Miller said at a press briefing, Azernews reports.According to Miller, the US takes allegations of ethnic cleansing, genocide, or other atrocities seriously, Miller said: "But as always, the decision on genocide or ethnic cleansing is based on a thoughtful, fact-based process. It's not something I can talk about with any degree of finality from this podium."Miller also said the US welcomes the UN team's mission to Garabagh. He added that the US would urge Azerbaijan and Armenia to return to peace talks. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239658.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 11:07:00 +0400 President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Federal Republic of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier.Dear Mr. President,On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my most sincere congratulations to you and all your people on the occasion of October 3 - German Unity Day.We attach great importance to the development of relations of friendship and cooperation between Azerbaijan and Germany. It is gratifying that our countries enjoy the active and fruitful cooperation in the political, economic and humanitarian areas.Azerbaijan is determined to strengthen relations with Germany and continue mutually beneficial cooperation. I am sure that both our intergovernmental relations and our mutually beneficial interaction within the European Union will continue to develop and strengthen.On this remarkable day, I extend my best regards to you, and wish the friendly people of Germany everlasting peace and prosperity.Sincerely,Ilham AliyevPresident of the Republic of AzerbaijanBaku, 30 September 2023 http://www.today.az/news/society/239659.html Society Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:51:00 +0400 By AzernewsLaman IsmayilovaThe third Korkut Ata Turkic World Film Festival will be held on October 8-11 in Baku and Shusha.The festival will be organized with the assistance of the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry, Heydar Aliyev Center, TURKSOY, the Film Agency and the Baku Media Center, Azernews reports.The Korkut Ata festival has been held annually since 2021. One of the goals of the festival is to develop cultural cooperation among Turkic states.The festival, organized since 2021, was first held in Istanbul, Turkiye and last year was organized in the Turkish city of Bursa.Over 100 guests are expected to attend the festival this year, including the Turkish Deputy Culture Minister Batuhan Mumcu, Director of the Cinematography Agency under the Uzbekistan Culture Ministry Firdavs Abdukhalikov, chairman of the Uzbekistan Union of Cinematographers Matyakub Matchanov, chairman of the Board of the State Center for Support of National Cinema of Kazakhstan Kurmanbek Zhumagali, President of Kazakhfilm Azamat Satybaldy and others.Around 40 feature, documentary and animated films from Azerbaijan, Turkiye, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, as well as Gagauzia (Moldova), Tatarstan, Altai and Bashkortostan (Russia) and representatives of small Turkic peoples, will be shown at the Nizami Cinema Center as part of the festival.As part of the festival, it is planned to organize a study tour of famous filmmakers from Turkic countries to the city of Shusha, declared by TURKSOY as the Cultural Capital of the Turkic World 2023, as well as hold meetings in Baku.The festival's opening and closing ceremonies will take place at Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku. http://www.today.az/news/society/239650.html Society Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:44:00 +0400 The military units of the Azerbaijan Army hold activities with regard to the discharge of a group of servicemen whose term of active military service has ended, Azernews reports, citing the Ministry.First, the memory of the National Leader of the Azerbaijani people Heydar Aliyev, and Shehids (Martyrs), who sacrificed their lives for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence of the Motherland, was honored with observing a minute of silence. The National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan was performed.The speakers congratulated the active military servicemen who were sent to the reserve of the Azerbaijan Armed Forces and wished them success in their future activities.The soldiers who completed their military service expressed great honor and pride for serving in the victorious Azerbaijan Army and noted that the positive qualities acquired during military service will contribute to their role as worthy citizens in society.At the events, a group of servicemen who distinguished themselves in combat tasks fulfilled during military service, in particular in local anti-terror measures held in the Garabagh region of Azerbaijan, were awarded.In the end, photos were taken with discharged servicemen and they were sent to their places of residence.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-size: 1.2rem; line-height: 1.5; font-family: Roboto; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><br /></p></body> </html> http://www.today.az/news/business/239651.html Business Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:25:00 +0400 The price of Azeri LT CIF Augusta decreased by $2.34 amounting to $97.77 per barrel on October 2, Azernews reports.Moreover, the price of Azeri LT FOB Ceyhan dropped by $2.33, as compared to the previous price, and amounted to $96.78 per barrel. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239652.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0400 Chairman of the State Committee for Work with Religious Institutions (SCC) Mubariz Gurbanli met with a delegation headed by the religious leader of the Anglican Church, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, Azernews reports.According to the report, the chairman of the committee informed the guest in detail about the religious situation in our country, the model of coexistence based on respect and trust, and the activity of DQIDK. Noting that the majority of Azerbaijan's population is Muslim, the Committee Chairman said all religions are treated equally in Azerbaijan. Freedom of religion is fully ensured in our country, there is an ideal balance between secularism and religious values.M. Gurbanli noted that 995 religious institutions are registered with the state, 37 of which are non-Islamic, and financial aid is regularly allocated to support the activity of religious confessions existing in the country.The chairman of the National Institute of Religious Education in Azerbaijan informed about the state of religious education in Azerbaijan and noted that the Azerbaijan Institute of Theology, established by the decree of President Ilham Aliyev, is a specialized educational institution in this field and attached great importance to the contribution to the training of professional theologians and theologians.Noting that Azerbaijan demonstrates an exemplary model of inter-religious dialogue and coexistence, Justin Welbin positively assessed Azerbaijan's secular approach to religion. The guest emphasized the importance of creating all necessary conditions for equal activity of non-Islamic religious communities in the republic and the activity of the National Council for Religious Affairs in this direction.At the end of the meeting, attended by British Ambassador to Azerbaijan Fergus Auld and Azerbaijani Ambassador to the UK Elin Suleymanov, the guests were presented books published by the State Committee in English, which talks about the climate of religious tolerance in our country. http://www.today.az/news/regions/239654.html World news Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0400 The head of the Republican Center for Organization of Sanitary Cleaning under the Ministry of Ecology, Sharif Khasanov, met with the Ambassador of Sweden to Uzbekistan, Thomas Danestad, and Senior Advisor to the Swedish Association for Waste Management and Recycling, Vern Vikvist, Azernews reports, citing Kun.uz News Agency.At the meeting, the issue of waste management and accelerating the introduction of best practices into the system between Uzbekistan and Sweden was discussed.An exchange of views took place regarding the study and analysis of the waste situation in the country, including short-term and long-term needs in this area.The Swedish waste management model was mainly focused on recycling waste as well as producing energy from it.Particular attention was paid to the development, sustainable design and implementation of innovative waste-to-energy technologies. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239655.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:30:00 +0400 By Azernews Qabil AshirovIt won't be wrong if some claim that the biased stance of the West paved the road for the bloody Garabagh War that lasted over 30 years and cost the lives of thousands. It is crystal clear that Armenia, devoid of any resources, could not dare to start any military aggression against Azerbaijan in the 1990s. The West pampered and spoiled Armenia to such an extent that Yerevan was sure that all its atrocities and crimes would be unpunished. Western NGOs, politicians, and especially media outlets had done their best to force Azerbaijanis to accept then-realities. To justify their heinous claims, they used to exemplify the German-French relations and say that the two countries had fought in WWII, but today they had a good relationship. They did not hesitate to travel to the invaded territories, prepare the programs, and participate in the events. However, they prepared to turn a blind eye to the massacres committed by Armenians such as Khojaly, Meshali, and so on.Even, nobody remembered the four UN resolutions that demanded immediate withdrawal from the Armenian side. However, the 44-day War in 2020 and the anti-terror activities in 2023, totally changed everything. By force, Azerbaijan pushed Armenia to fulfill the before-said resolutions. Following these two events, the rhetoric of Western mass media, NGOs, and politicians changed instantly. They promptly remembered ethnic cleansing. As if taking instructions from one center, all Western media outlets commenced speaking about the so-called ethnic cleansing conducted by "Azerbaijan against Armenians in Garabagh".Some Western politicians ardently speak and note that they will not allow any 'ethnic cleansing' (that actually does not exist). They have gone the extra mile to require imposing sanctions on Azerbaijan. However, for some reason, they did not denounce ethnic cleansing conducted by Armenia in the 1990s. They did not hurry to impose sanctions upon Armenia when Yerevan expelled over one million people of different origins from their hometowns and leveled down cities, towns, and villages. It is obvious that the Western media, jointly with other international organizations, have been trying simultaneously to demonize Azerbaijanis and create an image of innocent civilian peaceful Armenians. As if the victims are not one million Azerbaijanis who were forced to leave all his/her savings, property, and hometowns, but Armenians who illegally tried to appropriate all belonging to the Azerbaijani IDPs and refugees. As if we, Azerbaijanis, are all bloodthirsty who crave for a war, but Armenians are poor peace-loving civilians who try their best to evade a war.For this purpose, i.e. creating an innocent and civilian Armenian image, the Western media resort to all kind of impudence. Take the Economist, for example. The article "What We Have We (Mostly) Hold" in 1996, starts with the sentence "Nowhere have the Armenians been as energetic and tough as in Nagorno-Karabagh".The article praises the Armenian invasion and speaks wholeheartedly about economic development in 'Azeri-free' lands. However, the same Economist shamelessly calls the anti-terror activities conducted by Azerbaijan in 2023 genocide and ethnic cleansing. It reminds me of the motto some people are more equal.It should be mentioned that the Economist is not the only Western media that manipulates realities. For example, German DW has taken an interview with an "innocent, peace-loving" Armenian old woman. In the interview, the woman says in Russian:“No, I will never return there because the Azerbaijanis will not give [Karabakh to us]... artsakh will not be given to us, if we don't fight again if the Armenians don’t rebel, take it.”However, DW translates it as:In Deutsche: “Nein, ich glaube Azerbaijan nicht. Ich glaube das nicht, wie sie sagen wir tun es nicht. Ich weiße es noch nicht. Das ist einfach nicht wahr,” which translated into English as “No, I don’t believe Azerbaijan, I don’t believe what they say, that they won’t do anything. I don't know that yet. It's simply not true."It seems DW does not know that all Azerbaijanis are bilingual and most of them are fluent in Russian and English.In a nutshell, I would like to conclude that such games have not worked so far, and it will not further. The West cannot save Armenia with such games. As for reconciling and forgetting everything like the Germans and French, we Azerbaijanis are ready. But we want that reconciliation with Armenia to be the same as Germany and France. For example, Germany paid good compensation to France and some parts of former Germany came under the control of France. Even, as is known, Germany divided into two parts after WWII. So, we will be very happy if Armenia pays good compensation, some parts of Armenia, such as Zangazur, come under the control of Azerbaijan, and Armenia is divided into two parts. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239653.html Politics Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:30:00 +0400 By AzernewsQabil Ashirov It won't be wrong if some claim that the biased stance of the West paved the road for the bloody Garabagh War that lasted over 30 years and cost the lives of thousands. It is crystal clear that Armenia, devoid of any resources, could not dare to start any military aggression against Azerbaijan in the 1990s. The West pampered and spoiled Armenia to such an extent that Yerevan was sure that all its atrocities and crimes would be unpunished. Western NGOs, politicians, and especially media outlets had done their best to force Azerbaijanis to accept then-realities. To justify their heinous claims, they used to exemplify the German-French relations and say that the two countries had fought in WWII, but today they had a good relationship. They did not hesitate to travel to the invaded territories, prepare the programs, and participate in the events. However, they prepared to turn a blind eye to the massacres committed by Armenians such as Khojaly, Meshali, and so on.Even, nobody remembered the four UN resolutions that demanded immediate withdrawal from the Armenian side. However, the 44-day War in 2020 and the anti-terror activities in 2023, totally changed everything. By force, Azerbaijan pushed Armenia to fulfill the before-said resolutions. Following these two events, the rhetoric of Western mass media, NGOs, and politicians changed instantly. They promptly remembered ethnic cleansing. As if taking instructions from one center, all Western media outlets commenced speaking about the so-called ethnic cleansing conducted by "Azerbaijan against Armenians in Garabagh".Some Western politicians ardently speak and note that they will not allow any 'ethnic cleansing' (that actually does not exist). They have gone the extra mile to require imposing sanctions on Azerbaijan. However, for some reason, they did not denounce ethnic cleansing conducted by Armenia in the 1990s. They did not hurry to impose sanctions upon Armenia when Yerevan expelled over one million people of different origins from their hometowns and leveled down cities, towns, and villages. It is obvious that the Western media, jointly with other international organizations, have been trying simultaneously to demonize Azerbaijanis and create an image of innocent civilian peaceful Armenians. As if the victims are not one million Azerbaijanis who were forced to leave all his/her savings, property, and hometowns, but Armenians who illegally tried to appropriate all belonging to the Azerbaijani IDPs and refugees. As if we, Azerbaijanis, are all bloodthirsty who crave for a war, but Armenians are poor peace-loving civilians who try their best to evade a war.For this purpose, i.e. creating an innocent and civilian Armenian image, the Western media resort to all kind of impudence. Take the Economist, for example. The article "What We Have We (Mostly) Hold" in 1996, starts with the sentence "Nowhere have the Armenians been as energetic and tough as in Nagorno-Karabagh".The article praises the Armenian invasion and speaks wholeheartedly about economic development in 'Azeri-free' lands. However, the same Economist shamelessly calls the anti-terror activities conducted by Azerbaijan in 2023 genocide and ethnic cleansing. It reminds me of the motto some people are more equal.It should be mentioned that the Economist is not the only Western media that manipulates realities. For example, German DW has taken an interview with an "innocent, peace-loving" Armenian old woman. In the interview, the woman says in Russian:“No, I will never return there because the Azerbaijanis will not give [Karabakh to us]... artsakh will not be given to us, if we don't fight again if the Armenians don’t rebel, take it.”However, DW translates it as:In Deutsche: “Nein, ich glaube Azerbaijan nicht. Ich glaube das nicht, wie sie sagen wir tun es nicht. Ich weiße es noch nicht. Das ist einfach nicht wahr,” which translated into English as “No, I don’t believe Azerbaijan, I don’t believe what they say, that they won’t do anything. I don't know that yet. It's simply not true."</div><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-size: 1.2rem; line-height: 1.5; font-family: Roboto; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">It seems DW does not know that all Azerbaijanis are bilingual and most of them are fluent in Russian and English.</p><p style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; font-size: 1.2rem; line-height: 1.5; font-family: Roboto; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">In a nutshell, I would like to conclude that such games have not worked so far, and it will not further. The West cannot save Armenia with such games. As for reconciling and forgetting everything like the Germans and French, we Azerbaijanis are ready. But we want that reconciliation with Armenia to be the same as Germany and France. For example, Germany paid good compensation to France and some parts of former Germany came under the control of France. Even, as is known, Germany divided into two parts after WWII. So, we will be very happy if Armenia pays good compensation, some parts of Armenia, such as Zangazur, come under the control of Azerbaijan, and Armenia is divided into two parts.</p></div></body> </html> http://www.today.az/news/regions/239656.html World news Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0400 The World Bank on Sunday projected a 5.1 percent growth for the Chinese economy in 2023, according to its newly released East Asia and Pacific Economic Update, Azernews reports, citing Kabar."China has remarkable strengths," Aaditya Mattoo, chief economist for the World Bank's East Asia and Pacific, told a press briefing in response to a question from Xinhua."It has shown its great depth in manufacturing, but not just in basic manufacturing, (also) the kind of innovative manufacturing to which China is breaking in, the kind of human capacity that's being created in China," said the economist.Mattoo noted that China plans to assure a better quality of growth and does not just think of how growth can be accelerated in the short term."How much China is going to grow is a less interesting question than how China chooses to grow," he said.According to the outlook, growth in the East Asia and Pacific region this year is higher than the average projected for all other emerging markets and developing economies.It is expected to remain strong at 5 percent in 2023 but will ease in the second half of 2023 and is forecast to be 4.5 percent during 2024, the report showed, adding that China's economy is projected to be 4.4 percent in 2024."The East Asia and Pacific region remains one of the fastest growing and most dynamic regions in the world, even if growth is moderating," said World Bank East Asia and Pacific Vice-President Manuela V. Ferro."Over the medium term, sustaining high growth will require reforms to maintain industrial competitiveness, diversify trading partners, and unleash the productivity-enhancing and job-creating potential of the services sector," Ferro said. http://www.today.az/news/regions/239643.html World news Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:50:00 +0400 Georgia’s National Intellectual Property Centre on Sunday said the export of Georgian honey increased, noting that in 2021 the export of honey amounted to $402,098, while in 2020 the figure was $29,053, Azernews reports, citing Agenda.The body, also known as Sakpatenti, said there were three geographical types of honey registered in Georgia, including Machakhela, Ninotsminda and Mukhuri honey.The number of beehives has also increased in the country, with Georgia’s eastern Kakheti region being the leader in this direction, Sakpatenti added.The world’s oldest honey, dating back to the third millennium BC, was found by archaeologists in Georgia, near the village of Sakire in the Borjomi region, in 2003. Two ceramic vessels were also found during the archeological excavations.Sakpatenti emphasised that the evolution of the bee species was conditioned by the complex climatic elements and biodiversity of flora in Georgia that gave them special characteristics and ultimately made the Georgian bee breeds unique, unlike other bee species.By scientific calculations, the bee nutrition in Georgia allows the number of its families to increase even more, which, along with the growth in the production of beekeeping products, means a sharp increase in the yield of a number of agricultural crops", the Centre noted.A Georgian bee was awarded three times with a gold medal in 1961 in Germany, in 1965 in Romania and in 1971 in Moscow. http://www.today.az/news/regions/239639.html World news Mon, 02 Oct 2023 23:50:00 +0400 With the support of the Department of Political and Economic Research of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, the First Analytical Kurultai in Central Asia - the First International Conference on Business and System Analysis in the Kyrgyz Republic - will be held in Bishkek on October 7, 2023, Azernews reports, citing Kabar.The community of business analysts of the Kyrgyz Republic invited speakers from Belarus, Russia, the Republic of Cyprus, and Kazakhstan, who are ready to share their valuable experience. The speakers worked/are working in companies such as Gazpromneft - Digital Solutions, EPAM Systems, Sberbank, Geek Brains, Escalate, UniCredit Bank, VEB Technologies and other organizations.It should be noted that the community of business analysts of the Kyrgyz Republic was created in the spring of 2022 and has more than 400 participants. The community hosted more than 10 free events, from talks to hands-on workshops and sessions. http://www.today.az/news/regions/239640.html World news Mon, 02 Oct 2023 23:20:00 +0400 Inflation in Uzbekistan in September 2023 was 1.24%, Azernews reports, citing Kun.uz News Agency.This is the highest figure for this month in the last three years (2021 – 1.09%, 2022 – 1.03%), and also the largest increase since the beginning of 2023.Last month, food prices rose by 1.8%, non-food products by 1%, and services by 0.6%.Since the beginning of the year (January-September), inflation has increased to 5.13%, annual inflation (compared to September last year) has accelerated to 9.19% (8.96%). During the year, food products rose in price by 11%, non-food products – by 7.6%, services – by 8.2%.Also, over the past month, housing rents have increased in a number of regions (the national average by 2.4%).In September, prices for public catering services in nine regions increased by an average of 0.1% to 2.5% (from 0.3% to 5.3% in August).In a number of regions, the “pilaf index” has also changed. The cost of one serving of pilaf in the Bukhara region increased by 11.9% – to 28.2 thousand soums, in the Samarkand region – by 7.3% (27 thousand soums). In Navoi and Kashkadarya regions, pilaf also became more expensive (2% and 1.6%). http://www.today.az/news/regions/239641.html World news Mon, 02 Oct 2023 22:45:00 +0400 Italy on Monday was celebrating National Grandparents Day, Azernews reports, citing ANSA.Premier Giorgia Meloni took part, posting a photo of herself with her grandmother Maria and her sister Arianna.She hailed grandparents as "living treasures, custodians of traditions, models of wisdom and affection".Farmers' association Coldiretti, meanwhile, said over one in three families in Italy rely on grandparents for financial assistance and/or for help with child care or other forms of practical assistance. http://www.today.az/news/regions/239642.html World news Mon, 02 Oct 2023 22:15:00 +0400 President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev received Mutaz al-Hayat, the chairman of the board of Power International Holding company, at his residence in Doha on October 1, Azernews reports, citing Kun.uz News Agency.Power International is the largest national holding company of Qatar, which is active in 19 countries of the world in the fields of energy, petrochemical, industry, agriculture, transport infrastructure, healthcare, and tourism. It is one of the leading multinational companies in the Middle East.Today, in cooperation with this company, a modern livestock cluster is being built in Jizzakh region, which will be the largest agro-industrial complex of the region in the future.Building a high-speed highway in the country, increasing the volume of ammonia and urea production, building business and hotel infrastructure, and health facilities were noted as promising projects.The Qatari side announced that the holding will soon open its office in Uzbekistan. http://www.today.az/news/regions/239644.html World news Mon, 02 Oct 2023 21:10:00 +0400 The popular American singer Bruno Mars on Sunday performed at the Dinamo Arena stadium in the Georgian capital city of Tbilisi as part of Starring Georgia, a series of shows promoting the country's tourism potential and showcasing it on the map of entertainment events around the world, Azernews reports, citing Agenda.Maia Omiadze, the Head of the Georgian National Tourism Administration, said about 70,000 music enthusiasts were hosted for the show at the venue.The winner of 15 Grammy Awards, four Brit Awards, four Guinness World Records and other prizes, Bruno Mars was sought by organisers of the two-year programme aiming to see Georgia host a "constellation” of stars of the international popular music scene, a release by Black Area Arena performance venue said.Initiated by Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili, the campaign will have a 2024 edition as well. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239645.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 20:05:00 +0400 The periodic report of the UN Committee on Economic, Social, and Cultural Rights on Armenia will be presented in Geneva, Switzerland, Azernews reports.The Press and Public Relations Department of Milli Majlis reported that Kamal Jafarov, who represents Azerbaijan at the event, will present the position paper in his capacity as deputy chairman of the Western Azerbaijan Community Youth Union.Within the framework of the visit, the MP is also scheduled to meet with UN human rights rapporteurs on the issue of recognizing the rights of return of Western Azerbaijanis. http://www.today.az/news/society/239646.html Society Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:33:00 +0400 By AzernewsLaman IsmayilovaJam SS Theater Studio has opened its new theater season with a grand premiere.The musical "The Greatest Showman" has been presented to the wide audience at the Rashid Behbudov State Song Theater.This stunning musical left an unforgettable impression on the audience with its exciting dance numbers, designer costumes, unusual scenery and vocal numbers.Head of Jam Group Aziz Azizov told AZERNEWS that the preparation for this musical premiere took more than three months. He recalled the last year, when the musical was demonstrated at a private screening. In 2023, "The Greatest Showman" was presented to all musical fans in Baku."Initially, The Greatest Showman was demonstrated at a private screening in English with the support of the U.S. State Department. In 2023, this musical was presented to the general public in Russian and Azerbaijani, marking the opening of the Jam Group's theater new season. The Greatest Showman stands out for its vibrancy and sound. The biographical musical is based on the story and life of Phineas Taylor Barnum, a famous showman and entertainer, and his creation of the Barnum & Bailey Circus," said Aziz Azizov.Speaking about how the idea came up to show the musical in Baku, head of the Jam Group first of all mentioned such iconic musicals as "Cats" and "Chicago"."First of all, I would like to mention such classic musicals as Cats and Chicago. The first one requires a huge variety of sets and costumes. As for the musical Chicago, it was presented to the Baku public many times. This time we decided to surprise the audience with the bright and unusual theater work-The Greatest Showman, which was staged according to all the canons of a musical.In his remarks, Aziz Azizov touched upon Jam SS Theater Studio's upcoming projects:"Jam SS Theater Studio's program is scheduled for a year in advance. The musical Donna's Story will be once again presented to the public on October 7. The Great Gatsby will be shown for the first time in Baku on December 9. Chicago will be presented to the audience on February 3-4. Moulin Rouge will be demonstrated on February 10-11. Jam Group will also delight its little spectators with two premieres-The Beauty and the Beast on November 12 and Barbie: Princess Charm School on November 25," Azizov said.He added that the program also includes family musicals like "The Grinch" to be shown on December 2-3, and Frozen to be staged on December 16-17."Furthermore, we are going to delight the Baku audience with musicals dedicated to Halloween, including "Monsters in Baku" on October 15 , "Coco" on October 22 , as well as the family musical "Corpse Bride" on October 29," he concluded.Media partners of the event are Azernews.Az, Trend.Az, Day.Az, Milli.Az. http://www.today.az/news/society/239647.html Society Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:00:00 +0400 By AzernewsLaman IsmayilovaAzerbaijani director has been invited to take part in the 10th MITEN International Theater Festival in Hungary.Recall that this spring Tarlan Rasulov became the only Azerbaijani director to represent the country at the International Theater Olympics in Hungary."The scale of the Olympics is impressive. More than 750 theater productions from 58 countries were demonstrated in different Hungarian cities as part of the event. The Olympics are held every four years. It would be nice if Azerbaijan also hosted the Theater Olympics one day. It is very important to overcome some of the isolation of our theater. We have everything for this and there are people who can realize this plan in the best possible way, shaking up the theatrical landscape and demonstrating the strengths of the Azerbaijani theater to professionals and audiences from different countries," Tarlan Rasulov told AZERNEWS.The finale of the Theater Olympics will be the MITEM festival. Its rich program includes a theater conference, discussions and round tables on contemporary challenges facing culture and art, popular theater productions from France, Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Georgia and other countries, as well as a review of the national Hungarian theater.Founded in 2014, Hungary's largest international theater festival is aimed to serve as an artistic meeting place where representatives of different cultures and theater aesthetics can present their work and connect with each other.In recent years, the festival program included over 200 theater plays from 30 countries.The 10th MITEN International Theater Festival will last until October 23.Tarlan Rasulov is a theater director, founder of the dOM, known as the first interactive theater in Azerbaijan. He is also the author of the method of spontaneous acting.Rasulov heads the Cultural Center at the Azerbaijan State University of Culture and Arts and the laboratory of experimental theater at the Azerbaijan Union of Theater Workers.He has initiated a number of social and theatrical projects created with the support of UNICEF, UNHCR, Goethe Institute, British Council, etc.Tarlan Rasulov is a member of the Azerbaijan Union of Theater Workers. European Drama Translation Network (EURODRAM), Eastern European Performing Arts Platform, Guild of Professional Film Directors of Azerbaijan.Regional managing editor of the Azerbaijani theater section of the international theater portal The Theater Times. Participant and laureate of international theater festivals, expert and speaker at international forums and conferences.He is also the regional managing editor of the Azerbaijani theater section of the international portal "The Theater Times".Rasulov is a participant and laureate of international theater festivals, expert and speaker at international forums and conferences. http://www.today.az/news/society/239648.html Society Mon, 02 Oct 2023 18:43:00 +0400 By AzernewsRena MurshudIn accordance with the request voiced by representatives of the Armenian residents of the Garabagh region of Azerbaijan on September 29 in the city of Yevlakh during a regular meeting regarding the organization of radio and television broadcasting, the situation with broadcasting in the region was studied, Azernews reports with reference to the Azerbaijani Ministry of Digital Development and Transport.It was noted that as a result of radio monitoring, seven radio and nine television programs of Azerbaijan were broadcast through the Shusha TV and Radio Broadcasting Station in many territories of the Garabagh region, including Khankendi. Education of the Armenian residents living in the Garabagh region and communication of the calls of the Azerbaijani state to them is carried out using FM radio at frequencies 101.1, 103.5, and 97.7 MHz, as well as digital television at a frequency of 674 MHz, broadcast in Armenian and Russian languages,“However, additional measures will be taken to further expand the quality and coverage of radio and television broadcasts in the Garabagh region,” the message says.Communication network starts operating in KhankendiFurther to the report, the State Service for Special Communication and Information Security (SSIS) has created and put into operation a TETRA radio communication network in the city of Khankendi, as well as in Agdera and Khojaly districts for reliable management and organization of information exchange in operational mode.It was reported that currently, preparations for the construction of "AzStateNet" network are underway in this region.It was noted that the State Service of Special Communication and Information Security, guided by the decrees and orders of the President of Azerbaijan, continues to provide state bodies with uninterrupted and secure special-purpose communication.It should be remembered that during the last period of the current year, 15 state institutions operating in the territories of Garabagh and East Zangezur economic regions were provided with data and internet channels through "AzStateNet" network. http://www.today.az/news/regions/239649.html World news Mon, 02 Oct 2023 18:29:00 +0400 A document of agreement was signed in Baku on April 24, 2023, which aims to promote and strengthen defense cooperation between Azerbaijan and Gerogia, as well as provide practical activities for the implementation of military cooperation programs adopted by the parties.In this regard, at today's plenary session of the parliament the law "On approval of the agreement on cooperation in the field of defence between the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Government of Georgia" was also discussed, Azernews reports.The document states that the parties will cooperate in the following areas:- military education, training and exercises;- defence and security policy;- peacekeeping and humanitarian operations;- cooperation within the framework of NATO's Partnership for Peace programme;- arms control and disarmament;- military legislation;- logistics;- civil-military co-operation;- defence cyber security;- military cartography;- military medical services;- social, sporting and cultural activities;- humanitarian demining;- other areas of mutual interest.Co-operation between the parties will take the following forms:- official visits and staff meetings;- bilateral negotiations, consultations and exchange of experience;- participation in training and educational events;- exchange of information of mutual interest;- participation in conferences and seminars;- participation in cultural and sporting events;- other mutually agreed forms of co-operation.The competent bodies for the implementation of the agreement are the Ministry of Defence on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Ministry of Defence on behalf of the Government of Georgia. The competent authorities of the parties may sign additional agreements and annual co-operation plans for the implementation of the Agreement. Any changes in the authorities shall be notified to the parties in writing through diplomatic channels.The draft was put to the vote and adopted. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239638.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0400 Rena Murshud The high-power explosive devices were discovered in the lower and side parts of four bridges In the Khojavend district, Azernews reports with reference to the press services of the Azerbaijani Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Agency for Mine Action(ANAMA).According to the press, explosive devices installed by illegal military groups, mainly consisting of boxes filled with TNT weighing more than 200 kg and triggered when electrical devices are turned on, were found on bridges located near residential buildings, the central district hospital, as well as individual residential areas.An electric detonator is installed on the bottom and sides of the bridges in boxes filled with 25 kg of TNT, and several anti-tank mines of the TM-57 type to enhance the explosive effect. Such explosive devices were placed with the aim of causing a deadly explosion and mass destruction of equipment and people.The discovered explosive devices were neutralized by agency employees. The security of the area is also ensured. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239637.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:42:00 +0400 Rena Murshud The Technical Director of the Turkish company "Baykar" Seljuk Bayraktar shared his impressions of the congress in Baku during a press conference within the framework of the 74th International Congress of Astronautics, Azernews reports.He emphasized that this event featured stands of such Turkish companies as Rocketsan and Aselsan.“Our organization engaged in space exploration is also taking part in the congress. We are one nation - two states, and therefore we need to develop cooperation in the field of space,” Bayraktar added.Recall that today the 74th International Congress of Astronautics started in Baku in partnership with the Space Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan (Azerkomos) and the International Astronautical Federation.The event will be attended by representatives from space agencies, the public sector, investors and private space companies, local and international media, and more than 5,000 representatives from 101 countries. At the International Astronautics Congress, 150 companies are represented in the exhibition pavilion.The congress will last until October 6. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239636.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:20:00 +0400 President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has received head of the Anglican Communion, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, Azernews reports.The head of state greeted Justin Welby and touched upon the importance of his visit.Head of the Anglican Communion, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby extended his congratulations to President Ilham Aliyev on the centenary anniversary of Great Leader Heydar Aliyev’s birthday. He highlighted the role of Azerbaijan in the multiculturalism and interfaith dialogue, touched upon Vatican-Azerbaijan relations and hailed Azerbaijan’s contribution to restoration of the catacombs in Vatican.Touching upon hardships Azerbaijan faced during the first years of independence the head of state said that 20 percent of the Azerbaijani lands were occupied at that time, over a million Azerbaijanis became refugees and IDPs, socio-political crisis prevailed and the country experienced economic slump and internal instability.President Ilham Aliyev once again underlined that Azerbaijan had come forward with a peace treaty initiative, said that historical opportunities had emerged for forging ahead with the peace agenda in the region, and touched upon the efforts the country makes in this direction.The President of Azerbaijan underlined that the central authorities had provided large-scale humanitarian assistance to the Armenian residents of the Garabagh region after the anti-terror measures had been ceased, saying the services related to migration, social protection and healthcare are being offered to the population on the ground.The head of state pointed out that the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Azerbaijan had made a statement to the general public as well as the Armenians with respect to the rights and security of the Armenian residents of Garabagh.President Ilham Aliyev expressed hope that the upcoming meeting in Granada would give an impetus to development of the peace agenda in the region.Justin Welby underlined the importance of trust building and ethnic reconciliation in the post-conflict period, saying he is ready to share his experience on this matter.The role of ethnic reconciliation and civil society organizations was noted during the conversation. http://www.today.az/news/business/239635.html Business Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:00:00 +0400 Abbas Ganbay Prospects of cooperation between Azerbaijan and Turkiye in the field of industry and technology have been discussed. This was reported by Economy Minister Mikail Jabbarov in his account on the social network "X", Azernews reports."With Turkish Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kac?r, we expressed satisfaction with the development of friendly and fraternal relations between the two countries in various directions, as well as in the field of industry and technology, and exchanged views. on the prospects of our cooperation," he said. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239634.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:54:00 +0400 Rena Murshud The name of the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic-speaking Countries is changing, Azernews reports.According to the parliament, this issue was discussed at today's meeting of the Milli Majlis. The draft approval of the Protocol “On Amendments to the “Location Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Secretariat of the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic-Speaking Countries (TurkPA Secretariat)”, the organization will be called the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic-Speaking States.After discussion, the document was put to a vote and approved.Recall that the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic States (TURKPA) was established by the Agreement signed by the Heads of Parliaments of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Türkiye on November 21, 2008 at the Dolmabahçe Palace in Istanbul. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239633.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:41:00 +0400 Western Azerbaijan Community: This demonstrates that French society suffers from an incurable disease of Azerbaijanphobia, Islamophobia, and racism.“The statements made by French MPs regarding their withdrawal from the France-Azerbaijan Friendship Group once again demonstrate that French society suffers from an incurable disease of Azerbaijanphobia, Islamophobia, and racism,” the Western Azerbaijan Community told, Azernews reports.“The statements of the MPs, who were disappointed by the decision of the so-called institution to dissolve itself, also show their insulting attitude toward international law and their hypocrisy,” the Community said. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239631.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:33:00 +0400 By AzernewsRena Murshud According to the joint action plan signed between the Ministries of Defense of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Kazakhstan, joint tactical exercises "Khazri-2023" are being held in Baku with the participation of ships and military personnel of the Naval Forces (Navies) of both countries, Azernews reports with reference to the Azerbaijan's Defense Ministry.“On October 2, warships and personnel of the Kazakh Navy arrived in Baku to participate in joint tactical exercises.The Commander of the Azerbaijan Navy, Vice Admiral Subhan Bekirov, met with a delegation of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan led by the Commander of the Navy, Rear Admiral Saken Bekzhanov.Having welcomed the guests, Vice Admiral S. Bekirov expressed pleasure to see them in our country. He noted that joint tactical exercises in the Azerbaijani sector of the Caspian Sea will make a significant contribution to the mutual exchange of experience between military personnel of both countries, further increasing their professionalism and level of training.Let us note that during the joint Azerbaijani-Kazakh tactical exercises, which will last until October 8, actions will be carried out on various episodes,” the department said in a statement. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239630.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:23:00 +0400 The Republic of Azerbaijan has launched tangible work in relation to the reintegration of Armenian residents living in the Karabakh region, Azernews reports, citing the Presidential Administration.In this regard, Ramin Mammadov, the designated official responsible for contacts with Armenian residents of Karabakh, met with representatives of Armenian residents in the cities of Yevlakh and Khojaly on September 21, 25 and 29, 2023.Reintegration plans of the Republic of Azerbaijan were presented, and discussions were held during the said meetings.It was noted that reintegration is carried out on the basis of the Constitution, laws and international obligations of the Republic of Azerbaijan and within the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Azerbaijan.The equality of rights and freedoms, including security, is guaranteed to everyone regardless of their ethnic, religious or linguistic affiliation.Legal and Governance sphere:Governance in areas inhabited by Armenian residents is carried out through the offices of special representatives of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Residents may be involved in the work of the offices of the special representatives.According to the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan, municipalities are formed through elections.Citizenship issues of residents are addressed based on relevant procedures and in accordance with the Constitution and legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan.Security sphere:The process of disarmament and disbandment is completed, and all weapons are collected from residents.The internal affairs bodies of the Republic of Azerbaijan are responsible for ensuring public order and security of residents in the area. Residents may be recruited to internal affairs bodies.Economic sphere:Over a certain period of time, the provision of physical and social infrastructure (education, healthcare, energy, gas, water, roads, communications, irrigation, etc.) in areas populated by residents is brought in line with the average level across the country.The incentive package related to the special economic regime and introduced for the purpose of accelerating economic development in Karabakh and East Zangezur economic regions, including tax and customs concessions, applies to areas populated by residents.Full circulation of the national currency of the Republic of Azerbaijan is ensured.Support measures are implemented to encourage entrepreneurial activity in areas populated by residents. Low-interest loans, interest subsidization, loan guarantees, and other financial instruments utilized to enhance business access to finance in the country also apply to areas populated by residents.Farmers are provided with subsidies and exemptions from all taxes except for the land tax.Property issues are regulated in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Azerbaijan.Social sphere:Residents are covered by a system of remunerations and social payments existing in the country.Residents are entitled to social benefits, social services and employment programs for Karabakh and East Zangezur economic regions.Residents can benefit from field services (Mobile ASAN and Mobile DOST).Cultural, educational and religious spheres:The right of residents to preserve and develop their culture and ethno-cultural peculiarities is guaranteed.The freedom of religion and protection of cultural and religious monuments are guaranteed.Opportunities are created for the use of the Armenian language.Contacts with representatives of Armenian residents regarding reintegration will be continued. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239629.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:08:00 +0400 A group of persons distinguished in the sphere of tourism in the Republic of Azerbaijan has been awarded.The relevant decree was signed by President Ilham Aliyev.The full text of the decree can be found here. http://www.today.az/news/entertainment/239628.html Arts & Entertainment Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:43:00 +0400 Laman Ismayilova World-famous pianist, Honored Artist Isfar Sarabski has given a fascinating concert in Austria.During the concert, the musician shared the same stage with acclaimed tar performer Bahruz Zeynal, Azernews reports.Both musicians delighted the audience with works of Azerbaijani and European composers, as well as Azerbaijani folk songs with jazz pieces.The compositions "Novruz", "Karabagh atlari", "Area DNA", "The Edge" composed by Isfar Sarabski, and "Batin" composed by Bahruz Zeynal capture the audience's attention.Isfar Sarabski's music piece "Unknown" was performed for the first time for the public.Note Isfar Sarabski and his band are on tour in a number of European countries from September 15 to early October in order to promote Azerbaijani musical culture.His music album "Planet" is being presented as part of the tour. The music album fully reflects the musician's feelings and worldviews. In the new album, Isfar pays special attention to the major events that have affected humanity over the past years. Through his music, Isfar Sarabski engages in dialogue with listeners.Isfar Rzayev, better known as Isfar Sarabski, is the great-grandson of opera singer Huseyngulu Sarabski. His musical talent manifested itself at an early age.The musician began playing the piano at the age of seven. Sarabski studied classic piano for eleven years at the Bulbul Music School. After that, he continued his education at the Baku Music Academy.He completed his studies at the academy in 2011, graduating as a classical concert pianist. In the same year, the pianist received a scholarship from Berklee Music College, Boston, U.S.A.After that, the musician formed the Isfar Sarabski Trio with Moscow-based musicians Alexander Mashin (drums) and Makar Novikov (bass). The trio has performed in many festivals and concert venues across North America and Europe.Azerbaijan's young virtuoso has performed in the most prestigious concert halls, including the Royal Albert Hall, the Queen Elizabeth Hall, the Miles Davis Hall, the Vibrato Jazz Club, Jazz Club Ronnie Scott's, the Zinco Jazz Club, the Konzerthaus, Asphalt Jazz Club, Duc des Lombards Jazz Club, Porgy & Bess Jazz Club, Bird's Eye Jazz Club, and the Apollo Theater. http://www.today.az/news/society/239627.html Society Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:23:00 +0400 By AzernewsLaman IsmayilovaWorld-famous singer Adele has appeared in the dress of the Azerbaijani designer Rufat Ismayil.Adele took the stage in a velvet dress decorated with silk flowers. The singer shared photos in an outfit from an Azerbaijani designer on her Instagram page, Azernews reports.This is not the first time that celebrities dress in outfits designed by Rufat Ismayil. Thus, the American singer and model Ashanti appeared on the red carpet of the 61st Grammy Awards wearing an outfit from Ismayil; Indian actress and model Jacqueline Fernandez also chose an outfit from the fashion brand "AFFFAIR" ; pop-rock singer Avril Lavigne appeared on the ABC television show "Dancing with the Stars" wearing a dress designed by Rufat Ismayil; actress and singer Meg Donnelly choose an outfit from an Azerbaijani designer for the American Music Awards 2019; popular American country singer Carrie Underwood wore a dress from Rufat Ismayil during her performance at the 2022 Grammy Music Awards, etc.Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez were also previously seen wearing dresses from the Azerbaijani designer.Rufat Ismayil has been living and working in Turkiye in recent years, where he founded his own fashion brand "AFFFAIR" in 2014. The designer's collections have been successfully demonstrated in Italy, Turkiye, the UAE and other countries.In 2022, Rufat Ismayil demonstrated magnificent gowns at fashion show "AFFFAIR in Carpets ".The large-scale event took place at the Heydar Aliyev Center with the support of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, Azernews reports.Inspired by Azerbaijani carpets, in particular, from the Garabagh carpet school, the project focused at preserving the historic traditions in contemporary ways.The world's leading fashion publications, including Vogue magazine (Italy), wrote about fashion collections created by the Azerbaijani designer. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239626.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0400 By AzernewsRena MurshudAzerbaijan has always shown its strength in both the military and political spheres, as well as its peacefulness and humanity to the whole world. Azerbaijan opened a new page after its victory in the 44-day war, followed by a complete victory over the separatists as a result of 23 hours of anti-terrorist measures. Because the struggle with the separatists in Garabagh is over, and Azerbaijan sees only the economic development of the region as its goal. In these steps, we cannot forget the efforts of our brotherly country - Turkiye, which has always been a supporter of Azerbaijan.Azerbaijan's current commitment is the process of reintegration of Armenians living in Garabagh. However, it is known that many Armenians left the territories of their own free will without any pressure from the other side. The reason is their desire not to live together with Azerbaijanis under the flag of Azerbaijan. However, the information leaked from the foreign media says that both the Armenian authorities and the separatist regime in Garabagh exerted pressure on the Armenians who left Azerbaijan. Allegedly, the Armenians in Garabagh are betraying their country by staying there. I wonder if the forces exerting such pressure will meet all the needs of the population who left those areas? Or is the reason why Armenians are so unusually discreetly leaving the territories because they demand so-called "refugee" status from their patrons in the future?"The ceasefire agreement signed after the 44-day war revealed the road map in the Garabagh conflict. The failure of the Armenian administration to fulfill its obligations related to the peace agreement for various reasons caused the process to be prolonged. The opposition of the Armenian diaspora and some political parties to peace, Russia's attempt to overthrow Pashinyan's government, as well as the West's position in favor of Armenia to strengthen its influence in the region completely blocked the processes. However, in the end, with the diplomatic support of Turkiye, anti-terrorist measures were implemented and the status of an 'autonomous region of Karabakh' from the USSR era was canceled once and for all."This was told by a professor at Kocaeli University Irfan Kaya Ülger in his comment to AZERNEWS on the processes taking place in Azerbaijan's Garabagh. According to him, everything that happened took place against the background of Azerbaijan strengthening its sovereignty within its borders. Turkiye has strongly supported this whole process from the beginning.During the meeting between President of Turkiye Recep Tayyip Erdogan and President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev last week in Nakhchivan, the professor spoke about the special nature of the Nakhchivan-Igdir Memorandum, which shows Turkiye-Azerbaijan cooperation and alliance to friends and enemies, as well as the Shusha Declaration. The expert noted that the only issue between the two countries is the Zangazur Corridor, which is expected to be opened soon."The President of Turkiye has stated that if the administration of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan obstructs this issue, the Iranian option will also be brought up. Thus, a land route will be created between Nakhchivan and Azerbaijan and Turkiye will open its arms to the Turkish World through Azerbaijan. I believe that the Turkish-Azerbaijani alliance will open the door to greater developments in the economic and political spheres in the coming years. Also, increasingly close relations between the two states may lead to the creation of a Confederation. In the confederation model, state parties maintain their own international legal structures on the one hand, and cooperate on defense or other issues on the other. The parties included in the Confederation established by an international agreement retain the status of independent states in terms of their foreign relations. I believe that Turkish-Azerbaijani cooperation can gradually turn into a Confederation model," the professor added.Later, Irfan Kaya spoke about the Armenians who left the Garabagh region of Azerbaijan. According to him, a consensus was reached between the representatives of Azerbaijan and the so-called Nagorno-Karabakh regarding the termination of the "autonomy of Nagorno-Karabakh" inherited from the USSR. It has been announced that Armenians living in Garabagh will be granted the right to citizenship. Nevertheless, the majority of Armenians living in the region left to move to Armenia. The professor also explained the reasons why Armenians took such a step."First of all, we should not forget that Armenians living in the region were under the influence of intensive propaganda. Second, the negative psychology caused by the Khojaly massacre and other war crimes in the 1990s may cause people living in the region to emigrate. I believe that there is great pressure and influence from the diaspora against Armenians who want to remain citizens of Azerbaijan. As a result, it is clear that the Armenians living in Garabagh left the region for various reasons without the pressure of Azerbaijan. Despite all these facts, we are witnessing that in some media organizations, some circles accuse Azerbaijan of ethnic cleansing and a new type of genocide. This is a complete distortion of the truth," the Turkish expert added.Furthermore, Irfan Kaya said that it is not Pashinyan's government, but rather the Armenian diaspora that is to blame for the migration of Armenians."There is no doubt that ultra-nationalist propaganda against Azerbaijan played an important role in the migration of Armenians living in Garabagh. It has reached such a point that those who did not emigrate, but remained in the region, are secretly and openly accused of treason. From this point of view, they forced the masses to migrate. I think that the Pashinyan administration seems more moderate in this matter," the expert noted.In the end, Professor Ulger, talking about the Armenians who left Azerbaijan, noted that most of them will live in Armenia. Some will be granted citizenship, while others will try to migrate to Western countries. A campaign was launched against Turkiye and Azerbaijan in connection with this migration. This campaign may become more intensive in the future. The first sign for this was given by Australian actor Mel Gibson. He openly accused Turkiye and Azerbaijan of committing a new type of genocide. In the following years, this category of accusations will continue to increase. But from the point of view of international law, it is impossible to blame Azerbaijan in any way. The anti-terrorist measures is legal. From the perspective of international law, what is happening is the internal affairs of Azerbaijan. http://www.today.az/news/business/239625.html Business Mon, 02 Oct 2023 14:42:00 +0400 Vagif Aydinoglu, head of the press service of Azerbaijan's Azerishig, said that the Jabrayil Digital Control Center will help ensure the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply. The center will enable the monitoring of the electricity supply and help to identify and address any issues that may arise, Azernews reports.President Ilham Aliyev of the Republic of Azerbaijan inaugurated the Jabrayil Digital Control Center of the “Azerishig” OJSC on October 19, 2022. The center is powered from the 110/35/10 kV Jabrail substation and will partially meet the city's demand for electricity while helping to control two other power centers through the digital platform.In addition to the Jabrayil Digital Control Center, the Azerbaijani President has also opened the Zangilan Convention Center Complex, laid the foundation stone for Alibeyli village in the Zangilan district, and inaugurated the “Jahangirbayli” Hydroelectric Power Plant of the “Azerenergy” OJSC. He has also laid the foundation stone for the second, third, and fourth residential complexes in the city of Zangilan, as well as the 160-seat kindergarten and administrative building in the city of Jabrayil.The construction of the Shirvan Residential Complex, which will occupy a total area of 8 hectares, and consist of 25 buildings, has started. The complex will feature a total of 1264 apartments comprised of 32 studios, 216 two-room, 768 three-room and 248 four-room ones. The construction of the Yevlakh Residential Complex, which will consist of 6 seven-story buildings, will start soon. The complex will feature a total of 329 apartments, consisting of 28 one-room, 14 studio, 84 two-room, 139 three-room, and 64 four-room.The opening of the Jabrayil Digital Control Center and the other projects initiated by President Ilham Aliyev will help to ensure the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in Jabrayil, Azerbaijan. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239623.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 14:20:00 +0400 By AzernewsRena MurshudOver the past period of time, sad events have occurred in the life of the Milli Majlis (the Azerbaijani Parliament), Azernews reports.At today's meeting of the Milli Majlis, Speaker of Parliament Sahiba Gafarova spoke about the sad events that have occurred over the past time.She reported that deputy Madar Musaev died on July 14.The speaker noted that on September 28, Ganira Pashayeva also passed away.“She actively participated in the legislative process of the prliament,” Sahiba Gafarova noted.The meeting participants honored the memory of Ganira Pashayeva and Madar Musayev with a minute of silence.Recall that Azerbaijani MP Ganira Pashayeva died 28 September in the intensive care unit of the Central Clinical Hospital, where she was being treated. Since September 23, the deputy was placed in the intensive care unit of the Central Clinical Hospital due to serious health problems. Due to the critical health condition of Ganira Pashayeva, who was diagnosed with a hypotonic state of unknown origin, it was not possible to save the MP's life, despite all the necessary measures taken by the medical staff of the Central Clinical Hospital and medical specialists from Turkiye. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239624.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:50:00 +0400 President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva have met with Director General of the ICESCO Salim bin Mohammed AlMalik.They stressed the importance of the 74th International Astronautical Congress, which is underway in Azerbaijan attended by a large number of guests from various countries, and noted that the country has become a place where prestigious international events are excellently organized.The head of state hailed the participation of the Director General of the ICESCO in the 74th International Astronautical Congress.Salim bin Mohammed AlMalik congratulated the head of state on the selection of Azerbaijan`s city of Shusha as the “Cultural Capital of the Islamic World” of the ICESCO for 2024 on the unanimous decision of the participants of the 12th Conference of Ministers of Culture in the Islamic World held in Doha, the capital of Qatar, last week.Expressing his gratitude for the adoption of this decision, the President of Azerbaijan described it as an important example of brotherhood and partnership, adding that it aroused a special sense of pride in the entire Azerbaijani people.Noting ongoing great restoration and reconstruction works in Shusha, the head of state hailed the fact that, along with other facilities, mosques have already been restored here and this process is continuing. President Ilham Aliyev said that such large-scale works are being carried out in other liberated territories too.During the conversation, the sides expressed confidence that the long-term successful cooperation between Azerbaijan and ICESCO will continue. </body> </html> http://www.today.az/news/business/239619.html Business Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:44:00 +0400 Today, the Azerbaijani pavilion, created at the International Horticultural Exhibition 2023 in Doha under the joint organization of the Heydar Aliyev Center and the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources, began work, Azernews reports.Doha Expo 2023, which will be held from October 2 to March 28, 2024, was organized under the theme “Green Desert, Better Environment”.Our National Pavilion showcases the richness of Azerbaijan's flora in keeping with the overall theme of Doha Expo. In the pavilion, plant compositions were created according to climatic zones. Here visitors are conveyed the beauty of the Kharibulbul rose, which is the crown of the Garabagh flora.The pavilion also displays exhibits and information about Azerbaijani culture. Folk crafts such as carpet weaving, coppersmithing, net weaving, national costumes, and the Mugham trio are presented here.More than 70 countries and about 20 international organizations are represented at the exhibition. During the exhibition, visitors will be able to get acquainted with the topics of modern agriculture, technology and innovation, environmental awareness, and sustainable development.The 1.7 million square meter event site is located in Al-Bidda Park, one of Doha's largest parks. Here the territory is divided into 3 zones: the International Zone, where pavilions are presented, the Family Zone, where fun events will be held, and the Cultural Zone, where various debates, conferences, and exhibitions will be organized. http://www.today.az/news/sports/239620.html Sports Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:21:00 +0400 By Azernews Laman IsmayilovaThe International Chess Federation (FIDE) has announced its latest ratings for October 1, 2023.Azerbaijani GM Teymur Rajabov ranked 14th with 2745 points, Azernews reports.Another national grandmaster Shahriyar Mammadyarov is listed 17th with 2734 points.Norwegian Magnus Carlsen remains the highest-rated human on the planet.The International Chess Federation (FIDE) governs international chess competitions. Each month, FIDE publishes the lists "Top 100 Players", "Top 100 Women", "Top 100 Juniors" and "Top 100 Girls" rankings of countries according to the average rating of their Top 10 players and Top 10 female players using the Elo rating system.Teymur Rajabov earned the title of a grandmaster at the age of 14, making him the second-youngest grandmaster in history at the time. He defeated Kasparov back in 2003.He also won the European Team Chess Championship with Azerbaijan in 2009, 2013, and 2017.His major individual achievements include joint first place at the 2008 Elista Grand Prix, the 2017 Geneva Grand Prix, and the 2019 FIDE World Cup.Shahriyar Mammadyarov is a three-fold European Team Champion (2009, 2013, and 2017) and gold medalist at the 2012 Chess Olympiad on the third board.He won the World Junior Chess Championship in 2003 and repeated his victory in 2005, becoming the only two-time champion, achieving a 2,953 performance rating after eight rounds.After winning the Essent Tournament in 2006, Shahriyar achieved world fame.In June 2016, Mammadyarov won the 3rd Vugar Gashimov Memorial Shamkir Chess Tournament.He defeated Fabiano Caruana and Anish Giri in the last two rounds, which put him in a tie-break situation with Caruana. He defeated Caruana in the tiebreak, thus giving him a tournament victory.In 2021, Mammadyarov defeated the 13-time world champion, Garry Kasparov, at the Grand Chess Tour in Zagreb (Croatia). http://www.today.az/news/politics/239621.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0400 By AzernewsRena Murshud Journalist Bella Lalayan published footage of warehouses in Khankendi filled with food and accused the leaders of the liquidated junta of abusing residents of Garabagh of Armenian nationality, Azernews reports.She wrote about this on her Facebook page.“Immoral!I don’t know what to call you, and how the Armenians of Garabagh can pay for your enmity, the days of suffering and hell for taking so many innocent lives.Monsters!After this, how can you think that it wasn’t you who blew up the gasoline tank?Monsters, cannibals who devoured Garabagh! I don’t know what to say to make my heart feel lighter,” writes Bella Lalayan.Let us note that this publication once again demonstrates that there was no “blockade” in the Garabagh economic region of Azerbaijan and that the separatist leaders deliberately lied about the “hunger” in order to slander and denigrate Azerbaijan. http://www.today.az/news/politics/239618.html Politics Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:41:00 +0400 By Azernews Rena MurshudThe Investigation Department of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Republic of Azerbaijan is conducting a preliminary investigation into 8 criminal cases related to gross violations by the military-political regime of the Republic of Armenia of the requirements of the UN International Convention “On the Suppression of the Recruitment, Use, Financing and Training of Mercenaries,” said the Prosecutor General of Azerbaijan Kamran Aliyev, Azernews reports.He said that in these criminal cases, 17 citizens of foreign states (Russia, Georgia, France) were brought in as defendants and put on the wanted list with the selection of a preventive measure against them in the form of detention, and they were also put on the international wanted list through National Central Bureau of Interpol.“In their interviews on social networks, these individuals stated that they are in the ranks of the Armenian Armed Forces in the occupied territories of Azerbaijan. There are photo and video materials indicating the participation of these individuals in hostilities. Investigative and operational measures to detain and bring these individuals to justice are continuing. In this regard, numerous requests for legal assistance have been sent to the relevant countries," Kamran Aliyev added. http://www.today.az/news/business/239615.html Business Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:18:00 +0400 Roscosmos Chief Yury Borisov will lead a delegation of the state corporation to the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Baku, Azerbaijan, according to the press service of Roscosmos.The delegation will participate in the opening ceremony and exposition of the Congress, and Borisov will join a discussion with the heads of major global space agencies. Additionally, the delegation will hold bilateral meetings with foreign colleagues, Azernews reports.The IAC is an annual event that brings together representatives from the world's space agencies, industry, and academia to discuss the latest developments in space exploration and technology. This year's IAC will be held from October 2-6 and will feature a variety of topics, including space exploration, space transportation, and space applications.