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US wants to form transitional government for Iran - media
The USA is exploring options to establish a transitional government for Iran, with the matter being handled by US President Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, according to The National.
Türkiye arrests individuals for spying for Israel
Turkish intelligence (MIT), as well as the Istanbul prosecutor's office and police, have detained two individuals accused of spying for the Mossad.
UAE to fund higher education for Georgian students
Students from Georgia will gain access to funded higher education in the UAE starting this year, under a new initiative announced by the Georgian Ministry of Education.
Azerbaijan strengthens strategic partnership with UAE
Azerbaijan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov met with UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi yesterday, the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry reported.
Russian grain transited to Armenia through Azerbaijan again
An eight-car train carrying Russian grain has departed for Armenia via Azerbaijan, leaving from Khirdalan station today.
Uzbek university introduces Azerbaijani as second language of instruction
Azerbaijani has been introduced as a second primary language of instruction at the prestigious Uzbek State World Languages University - an important decision in strengthening humanitarian ties between Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan, according to the university's rector Ilkhomjon Tukhtasinov.
Armenia interested in new investments from Russia
Armenia is actively seeking new investments from Russian companies and is prepared to offer incentives to attract them, Armenia's Minister of Economy, Gevorg Papoyan, stated.
Pashinyan meets with UAE President
Nikol Pashinyan discussed economic issues with the head of the UAE. The two sides also touched on regional stability.
Simultaneous membership of Armenia in EAEU and EU incompatible - Lavrov
Russia continues to be Armenia’s primary trade and economic partner, and Moscow is committed to expanding this cooperation, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov emphasized during talks with Speaker of the Armenian National Assembly Alen Simonyan.
UAE to fund higher education for Georgian students
Students from Georgia will gain access to funded higher education in the UAE starting this year, under a new initiative announced by the Georgian Ministry of Education.
Georgia and USA discuss Middle Corridor development
Georgian Deputy Foreign Minister Lasha Darsalia discussed investments in the construction of the Middle Corridor with representatives of the US Department of Commerce.
Road to Georgian-Russian border reopens to passenger cars
The Georgian authorities have reopened the Gudauri-Kobi road section, which leads to the Russian border, for passenger car traffic. The ban imposed on February 2 remains in effect for heavy vehicles.
Türkiye arrests individuals for spying for Israel
Turkish intelligence (MIT), as well as the Istanbul prosecutor's office and police, have detained two individuals accused of spying for the Mossad.
Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis to visit Türkiye
Kyriakos Mitsotakis is scheduled to meet with Erdoğan in Türkiye. The discussions will focus on the bilateral relations and the regional agenda.
Turkish Airlines plane catches engine fire en route to Istanbul
A Turkish Airlines flight from Kathmandu to Istanbul was forced to make an emergency landing in India, after one of its engines caught fire mid-flight.
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Chemist Yusif Mammadaliyev: aviation fuel, Molotov cocktails, satellites, and rockets
Baku hosted a two-day international conference titled "Yusif Mammadaliyev: Science. Heritage. Innovation," dedicated to the 120th anniversary of the chemist, professor, and academician who once managed to elevate Soviet science to a new level. Who was Yusif Mammadaliyev and what leaders of international organizations said about him at the conference?
Mirmemmed Cavadzade – A Man with a kind heart and a sharp scalpel
Ten years ago, on September 15, 2015, a branch of the First Moscow State Medical University opened in Baku. Today, it possesses a substantial clinical base comprising fifteen medical centers, dispensaries, research institutes, and clinics. Among these is Mirmemmed Cavadzade Republican Clinical Urology Hospital. This is an article about the man it honors and his significant contribution to the field of urology.
Biden says goodbye: 46th U.S. President’s farewell address
After four years in the White House and a half-century in Washington U.S. President Joe Biden has finally said farewell. Sitting in the Oval Office on Wednesday evening, the one-term Democratic leader used a 17-minute address to frame his four-year presidency. With only days left in the White House, Biden was saving a few surprises for his farewell address Wednesday evening, as President-elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20, 2025.