International Gymnastics Challenge takes place in Baku
The day before, the "Gymnastics for All" sports challenge started in the Azerbaijani capital. Hundreds of athletes, divided into 61 teams, take part in it.
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Another group of former IDPs returns to Lachin
Another group of former internally displaced persons has arrived in Azerbaijan's Lachin from the Garadagh district of Baku on May 31. At this stage, another 20 families or 68 people returned to the Lachin district in accordance …
Israeli President to attend COP29 in Baku
President of Israel Isaac Herzog will take part in COP29 in Baku, according to a congratulatory letter sent by Herzog to President of Azerbaijan …
Large shopping center opened in center of Baku
Today, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva have taken part in the opening cremony of a new large shopping center, Crescent Mall, in the center of Baku. It has 107 stores that will serve almost 2,500 people.
Baku hosts Festival of Speed for the first time
The Baku Festival of Speed was held in the capital of Azerbaijan for the first time on May 26.
Elchin Amirbayov: holding COP29 - perfect time for Baku-Yerevan peace deal
With the world's eyes on Azerbaijan for COP29, it's a perfect chance for Baku and Yerevan to sign the peace treaty, representative of the Azerbaijani President on special assignments Elchin Amirbayov said in an interview with NE …
Heydar Aliyev Airport opens seven new flights from Baku this summer
It will be possible to fly to seven new cities from June on flights from Heydar Aliyev Airport. The frequency of flights in other directions is increasing, the airport said.
Ilham Aliyev receives President of Tajikistan
An official welcome ceremony was held in Baku for President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, who arrived in Azerbaijan for a state visit on May 22. A guard of honor was arranged for the Tajik leader in the square decorated with the …
President of Tajikistan arrives in Baku
Emomali Rahmon arrived on an official visit to Azerbaijan. He was met at the airport by the Deputy Head of the Government of the republic and other officials.
Azerbaijan to host world minifootball championship
Azerbaijan will host the World Mini Football Championship, the World Minifootball Federation said in a statement on May 21. The tournament will be …
Ilham Aliyev proposes dissolution of OSCE Minsk Group
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev proposed the dissolution of the OSCE Minsk Group and all associated institutions, as he received OSCE Chair-in-Office, …
Azerbaijan celebrating Victory Day
Today marks the 79th anniversary of the historic Victory over fascism. President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva visited …
Turkish President officially invited to COP29 in Baku
Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has received an official invitation to take part in the UN climate change conference COP29
Bulgarian President arrives in Azerbaijan
Bulgarian President Rumen Radev arrived in Azerbaijan today to meet with Azerbaijani leader Ilham Aliyev. An official welcome ceremony for the President of the Republic of Bulgaria was held in Baku. A guard of honor was arranged for the …
Slovakia's PM welcomed in Baku
Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic Robert Fico arrived in Azerbaijan on an official visit on May 6. An honor guard was lined up at Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku, where the state flags of the two countries were waving in …
Azerbaijan's largest stadium among best worldwide arenas
The Baku Olympic Stadium has ranked among the TOP 50 best arenas according to FourFourTwo's updated list of the best stadiums in the world. The list of 100 arenas includes the Baku Olympic Stadium. The Baku arena, commissioned in …
Baku becomes world's "Sports Capital"
By the decision of the European Capitals and Cities of Sport Federation, the capital of Azerbaijan, Baku, was named the world's "Sports Capital" in 2026. The city received this assessment thanks to the work of the authorities with the population and the creation of sports infrastructure.
Astrakhan Region governor meets Azerbaijani President
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received governor of Russia's Astrakhan Region …
Azerbaijani gymnasts reach finals of European Cup in Baku
Azerbaijani gymnasts will compete for prizes at the European Cup taking place in Baku. In total, three gymnasts from Azerbaijan made it to the finals.
Сurling sports section to appear in Azerbaijan
A curling section will begin operating in Baku at the Sports and Concert Complex named after Heydar Aliyev. The country plans to further develop the infrastructure for this sport.
