Direct flights to China and Georgia may be launched from Makhachkala
Flights to Guangzhou and Tbilisi may be launched from Makhachkala Airport, according to Dagestan's Ministry of Transport.
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Iran ready for nuclear compromise in exchange for US sanctions lifting
In an interview with the BBC, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister announced his willingness to discuss the country's nuclear potential in exchange for the lifting of US sanctions.
Armenian wine exports see revenue rise despite volume decline in 2025
In 2025, Armenia reduced its wine exports by 3.1% but earned 12.7% more due to rising prices, according to preliminary data released by the Armenian Viticulture and Winemaking Foundation.
Galuzin: Moscow is monitoring compliance of Armenia with CSTO norms
Moscow is warning Yerevan against steps that could undermine the economic benefits of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and is reminding it of its allied commitments within the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin stated
Azerbaijan exported nearly 171 million dollars worth of hazelnuts
Hazelnut exports generated 32% more revenue for Azerbaijan last year compared to the previous year, with total export value reaching nearly $171 million.
Azerbaijan to increase gas supplies to Serbia to billion cubic meters
The parties are already negotiating a new agreement
Moscow and Washington discussing trade and economic cooperation
A Russia-U.S. working group is considering prospects for trade and economic cooperation, and the Kremlin hopes these discussions will continue, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Central Bank of Russia cuts key rate
Russia's Central Bank published a press release following today's Board of Directors meeting. The decision was made to lower the key rate.
Russia and Iran finalizing gas supply agreement - Kazem Jalali
Russia and Iran are close to concluding a gas supply agreement. Exports of Russian gas could begin in the next two to three years.
Türkiye and Abkhazia top spring destinations for travelers on 100,000 ruble budget
Türkiye and Abkhazia have emerged as the most popular spring travel destinations for tourists seeking vacations within a 100,000-ruble budget, according to industry data.
Russia and Iran to sign agreements on Rasht-Astara railway construction
Tehran has announced that two bilateral documents concerning the construction of the Rasht–Astara railway line will be signed with Russia on Saturday, February 14.
Russia considers restoring rail links with Georgia via Abkhazia
Moscow is exploring the possibility of resuming railway service between Russia and Georgia via Abkhazia, according to Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk.
Yerevan choice of US nuclear technology raises questions - Zakharova
Armenia is certainly free to work with the partners it deems necessary, but the choice made in favor of American technology does raise questions, Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Maria Zakharova said.
US may lift sanctions on Russian oil
The U.S. Department of the Treasury sanctions on Russian oil will be lifted if the Ukrainian crisis is resolved peacefully, which will contribute to a reduction in global energy prices, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
Azerbaijan fully provides itself with key energy sources - Ilham Aliyev
Today, Azerbaijan fully provides itself with key energy sources and even exports them to global markets, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said at a meeting dedicated to the unified action plan on “Azerbaijan’s New Digital Architecture”.
Yerevan to submit observations on TRIPP agreement to Washington soon - Pashinyan
Armenia will submit its observations to U.S. partners regarding the draft agreement on the TRIPP initiative in the coming days, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said.
International commission to assess food prices in Georgia
A parliamentary commission has proposed inviting an international company to conduct an audit of food prices in Georgia.
Azerbaijan increases associated gas production to over 15 billion cubic meters in 2025
Associated gas accounted for 30.3% of Azerbaijan's total gas output in 2025, with volumes reaching 15.4 billion cubic metres - a 2.1% increase compared to 2024.
Azerbaijan authorizes export of Armenian products through its territory - Pashinyan
The railway connection from Armenia to Azerbaijan via Georgia is open and operating without obstacles, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said, noting that Armenian businesses have not yet fully responded to this opportunity.
Venezuela delivers oil to Israel for the first time in 6 years
Bloomberg experts attribute this to political changes in the South American country
